Michael Hearst and the Unusual Creatures
Author and composer Michael Hearst, along with his band, presents songs for Unusual Creatures, Extraordinary People, Curious Constructions, and Unconventional Vehicles geared to curious families, extraordinary children and their unusual friends. The show draws from Hearst's highly successful series of books, albums, and PBS series. It is an unusually-geeky A/V presentation (like a TED talk for kids!) of some of the most bizarre animals that roam the planet, odd and daring characters, strange structures, and vehicles as loopy as ostrich-drawn wagons - using such odd-ball instruments as theremin, claviola, and stylophone.
In addition to public performances, Michael is a DOE vendor and has performed at many schools. A great connection to a STEM or science lesson connected to NYSED standards K to 8, or as an engaging program for elementary or middle school kids.