Diane tells favorite tales of spirit and nature @ “Right Between the Ears” storytelling series, Rochester, NH
Produced by storyteller Joanne Piazzi and held in a cozy space at RiverStones Custom Framing 33 No. Main St, Rochester, NH. This monthly evening of live storytelling features a different teller every month. Diane will be sharing favorite personal tales of spirit and nature.
Night Lights
New England USO Portsmouth Naval Base, Kittery, MEDiane performs Night Lights for the New England USO in Kittery, Maine at their family BBQ. There will be a delicious BBQ dinner, and crafts for all ages, followed by Diane’s performance. This is the fifth time Diane has been … Continue reading
Storytelling Workshop
Diane will be leading Storytelling Workshops for the third grade students of the Marsh Grammar School in Methuen, MA! Retelling a folktale is part of the English core curriculum and with Diane’s follow-up workshop, students will gain all the tools … Continue reading
In the Groves: A Summer Solstice Journey at Arnold Arboretum, Boston, MA
Arnold Arboretum 125 Arborway, Boston, MA, United StatesAncient stories of trees with music from cultures around the world accompany this twilight stroll through the beautiful groves of Boston’s favorite tree sanctuary, the Arnold Arboretum. This performance event, created by Oracle award-winning storyteller Diane Edgecomb and Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain, takes us to some of the Arboretum’s loveliest spots.
Water Wizards at Discovery Days, Quincy, MA
Wollaston Beach Playground Park Quincy Shore Dr. (near Tony's Clam Shop 861 Quincy Shore Drive, Quincy MA), Quincy, MA, United StatesLet’s go where the wet things are in the entertaining Water Wizards program with master storyteller Diane Edgecomb at Discovery Days this summer in Quincy, MA! Discovery Days is a collaboration between the City of Quincy and Quincy Braintree Family Network-CFCE.
Join In! at Simon Fairfield Public Library, Douglas, MA
Simon Fairfield Public Library 290 Main St, Douglas, MA, United StatesTravel around the world with these captivating multi-cultural stories and songs. Celebrate age-old narratives, animal characters and home-spun wisdom all the while learning songs in different languages as one of New England’s favorite storytellers takes us from the heart of the Amazon rainforest to the villages of Africa on the wings of story, rhythm and song.
Rainforest Legends at Sunrise Montessori School, Franklin, MA
Sunrise Montessori School 31 Hayward St, Franklin, MA, United StatesThis summer, Diane brings Rainforest Legends to the pre-school children of the Sunrise Montessori School in Franklin, MA. From the banks of the Amazon River to the heart of the West African jungle, Rainforest Legends brings to life favorite folktales and songs about the animals and plants of these lands.
Rock Solid! at North Adams Public Library, North Adams, MA
North Adams Public Library 74 Church St, North Adams, MA, United StatesA play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.
Rock Solid! at Millville Free Public Library, Millville, MA
Millville Free Public Library 169 Main St, Millville, MA, United StatesA play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.
Insect Comedy @ Newington Parks and Recreation Dept., Newington, CT
Newington Parks and Recreation Department, 131 Cedar Street, Newington, CT 131 Cedar Street, Newington, CT, United StatesDiane returns to her home town of Newington Connecticut with her entertaining performance Insect Comedy. Insect Comedy takes a delightful look at our six-legged friends as seen through the lens of folktales and original stories.
Rock Solid! at Levi-Heywood Memorial Library, Gardner, MA
Levi-Heywood Memorial Library 55 W Lynde St, Gardner, MA, United StatesA play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.
Rock Solid! at Plympton Public Library, Plympton, MA
Plympton Public Library 248 Main St, Plympton, MA, United StatesA play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.
Insect Comedy at Abbott Learning Center, Wellesley, MA
Abbott Learning Center 28 Abbott Rd, Welleslet Hills, MA, United StatesDiane returns to the Abbott Learning Center in Wellesley, MA to perform her “Insect Comedy” for their preschool students. Open up your imaginations for a fun-filled look at our six-legged friends!
The Language of Flowers at Taft Public Library, Mendon, MA
Taft Public Library 29 North Ave, Mendon, MA, United StatesThe Language of Flowers celebrates flowers and the stories that have been told about them through the ages. Master storyteller Diane Edgecomb brings to life the legends that surround favorite garden flowers revealing the deep meaning cultures around the world have found there, accompanied by Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain.
Rock Solid! at Millicent Library, Fairhaven, MA
Millicent Library 45 Center St, Fairhaven, MA, United StatesA play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.
Digging Dinosaurs at Whitman Public Library, Whitman, MA
Whitman Public Library 100 Webster St, Whitman, MA, United StatesThese popular dinosaur adventures complement their scientific facts with a happy dose of humor. Dinosaur lovers of all ages will enjoy the colorful posters, Dinosaur Sign-Language and participation that keeps audiences engaged and asking for MOOORE!
Insect Comedy at EcoTarium, Worcester, MA
EcoTarium 222 Harrington Way, Worcester, MA, United StatesThe EcoTarium welcomes Diane Edgecomb’s “Insect Comedy” as part of their Summer 2018 Performance Series “Nature Explore: LIVE!” Open up your imaginations for a fun-filled look at our six-legged friends!
Rock Solid! at Grafton Public Library, Grafton, MA
Grafton Public Library 35 Common, Grafton, MA, United StatesA play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.
Rock Solid! at Carver Public Library, Carver, MA
Carver Public Library 2 Meadowbrook Way, Carver, MA, United StatesA play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.
Forbidden Stories Workshop @ National Storytelling Summit, Kansas City MO
Mariott Country Club Plaza Hotel 4445 Main Street, Kansas City, MO, United StatesDiane presents her workshop "Forbidden Stories" on Friday, July 27th at 8:30 pm as part of the National Storytelling Summit in Kansas City, MO. The theme of the conference is "Communities, Conflicts, and Transformational Stories," and Diane's workshop focuses on … Continue reading
Midsummer Magic at Howland Public Library, Beacon, NY
Howland Public Library 313 Main St, Beacon, NY, United StatesMaster storyteller Diane Edgecomb accompanied by Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain perform their Midsummer Magic this July at the Howland Public Library in Beacon, NY! The performance complements Howland Public Library’s 2018 Summer Reading Theme for Adults – this year, the theme is Music! Midsummer Magic is a story and music celebration of the Summer Solstice drawn from cultures around the world. This delightful and entertaining performance brings to life ancient legends of transformation, tree-spirits and fireflies.
Rainforest Legends at Centerville Public Library, Centerville, MA
Centerville Public Library 585 Main St, Centerville, MA, United StatesThis summer Diane brings Rainforest Legends to families of Centerville Public Library in Centerville, MA. From the banks of the Amazon River to the heart of the West African jungle, Rainforest Legends brings to life favorite folktales and songs about the animals and plants of these lands.
Rock Solid! at Eldredge Public Library, Chatham, MA
Eldredge Public Library 564 Main Street, Chatham, MA, United StatesA play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.
Rock Solid! at Sandwich Public Library, Sandwich, MA
Sandwich Public Library 142 Main St, Sandwich, MA, United StatesA play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.
Rock Solid! at Snow Library, Orleans, MA
Snow Library 67 Main St, Orleans, MA, United StatesA play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.
Rock Solid! at Jonathan Bourne Public Library, Bourne, MA
Jonathan Bourne Public Library 19 Sandwich Rd, Buzzards Bay, MA, United StatesA play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.
Rock Solid! at Prosser Public Library, Bloomfield, CT
Prosser Public Library 1 Tunxis Ave, Bloomfield, CT, United StatesA play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.
Folktale Superheroes Around The World at Southeast Steuben County Library, Corning, NY
Southeast Steuben County Library 300 Nasser Civic Center Plaza, Corning, NY, United StatesWhat do China, Africa and South America all have in common? Superheroes!!!
Long before the Superheroes of today, people all over the world used their SUPER IMAGINATIONS to create folktales about creatures and people with extraordinary powers. Join master storyteller Diane Edgecomb for this exciting adventure!
Rock Solid! at Worthington Library, Worthington, MA
Worthington Library 1 Huntington Rd, Worthington, MA, United StatesA play on the 2018 Summer Reading theme of “Libraries Rock,” Rock Solid! explores the world under our feet with animated tales from Fossils to Soil Creatures. Don’t miss out on the fun as the whole audience helps solve the Mystery of the Missing DuckBill Dinosaur Eggs. In more underground fun, we meet up with Mr. Pillbug, Sir Centipede and a fast talking earthworm.
Tell Me A Story @ Newton After School Association Conference, Newton South High School
newton south high school 140 Brandeis Road, Newton Centre, MA, United StatesLearn how to tell a folktale in your words in this interactive workshop! Diane leads workshop participants in group exercises that will develop everyone’s expressive abilities. Explore your voice’s potential and learn how to create a character using Diane’s method … Continue reading
The Creative Voice Workshop @ Dancing Tree Story Workshop, Needham MA
Dancing Tree Story Workshop, Gorse Mill Studios 31 Thorpe Road, Needham, MA, United StatesStoryteller Diane Edgecomb’s unique vocal and physical training helps us to strengthen the connection between the imagination and the voice, increasing its flexibility, authenticity, expressiveness, range and resonance.
Native American Nature Tales @ Dighton Historical Society, Dighton, MA
Dighton Historical Society 1217 Williams St, Dighton, MA, United StatesJoin Diane Edgecomb and the Dighton Historical Society for Native American Nature Tales! Native American Nature Tales explores tribal myths and legends of the animals and birds of North America. Ranging from the humorous to the heart-felt, these stories celebrate native culture and its strong links to the natural world.
Diane’s storytelling has been featured several times on NPR’s “Living On Earth” Program!