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Bookings FAQ

How do I book a show?

You can get the process started by filling in our Inquiry Form. We'll get back to you soon with any information you requested or questions we might have.

Or just give us a call! We're friendly people and we'll be glad to hear from you: (405) 624-3805.

We're happy to hold a date for you while you check with your organization about scheduling and funding.

Once we've agreed on a date, time, location, fee, and any other important details, we'll send you a contract.

Can you travel to my town?

I perform often throughout Oklahoma and in neighboring states. The cost of travel is very reasonable up to a four or five hour drive from Stillwater, Oklahoma. My basic performance fees cover a small amount of travel, including to the OKC and Tulsa areas.

I often travel further. It can't hurt to ask! I do try to keep my far-flung travels organized into tours. Please check the calendar for available dates in your area.

Do you perform all year?

Yes. June and July are my busiest months with summer reading programs in the libraries, but I am definitely available any time of year for schools, libraries, museums, and other venues.

Please check the calendar for my current schedule.

How far in advance should I reserve a date?

We've held dates anywhere from a couple of years in advance to a week before the show. Of course it's best to reserve a date as soon as you can. Summer dates become scarce by late February or early March.

By the way, reserving a date does not obligate you to book the show. It just means that if anyone else calls about that date, we'll get back to you first. Once you confirm the date with us, then we'll send a contract to make it official.

What are your technical requirements?

I come pretty much self-contained. I provide my own sound with a BOSE personal amplification system, which sounds great! All I really need for most programs is one standard electrical outlet.

For the "Say It in a Song" program, any songwriting workshop or residency, and the "Songs from the Science Frontier" program I'll need a video projector and screen.

Will the Oklahoma Arts Council provide funding for your programs?

If you are an Oklahoma public school, library, or any other non-profit, non-religious entity, and you book me for a performance that is open to the public, you are eligible for funding through the OAC grant programs.

Small Grant Support for Schools can pay up to 75% of the fee if there is a teaching component (workshops or a residency) with my school visit.

My "Say It in a Song" program was developed through the OAC's new Performing Arts Corps program. Small schools that qualify for this grant will pay only $125 for an assembly program and two workshops. The application process for this grant is very quick and easy.

For current information on OAC grants, visit the Oklahoma Arts Council Website.

What are your fees?

Say It in a Song
Includes a school assembly plus two workshops
For qualifying small schools in Oklahoma:	$125 after OAC reimbursment
Full fee:	$500-$1200, depending on distance
Other School Assemblies and Library Programs
One Performance:	$450 - $850
Two Performances (same day):	$350 - $575 each
Three Performances (same day):	$300 - $440 each
Notes: Fees may be split among multiple schools or libraries. These fee ranges include travel to the far reaches of Oklahoma, about 300 miles from Stillwater. More distant travel may require additional fees. Additional discounts may be available for school or library sytems booking four or more programs together.
Elementary School Residencies or Workshops
May include a school assembly plus workshops scheduled to meet the school's needs
First Day:	$900 - $1300
Additional Days:	$450 - $700 each
Add an Evening Program:	$250 - $400
Notes: These fee ranges include travel to the far reaches of Oklahoma, about 300 miles from Stillwater. More distant travel may require additional fees.

Do you require a deposit?

No, for any of my regular school or library programs I don't need a deposit. However I may ask for one in a novel situation.

I can't quite afford your fee. Is there anything I can do to bring it down?

Let us know that you are interested and what you can afford and we'll see what we can do. Sometimes we offer lower fees in order to fill gaps in the calendar. Sometimes we lower a fee in exchange for help getting additional bookings in the area. We've even been known to barter on occassion.

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