celebrating nature,
science and a sense of place since 1991
I perform at all kinds of events, both indoors and out, not just as a storyteller.
I am often the compere or the master of ceremonies for the whole thing
or may be just one performance in a schedule of entertainment. I might find myself the major attraction or alternatively, be a minor
character in a large line up. In any case I love the variety of roles which I am asked to play and may assume any number of different
characters according to the situation. I've accumulated a wardrobe bursting with all kinds of costumes & props.
I am an experienced performance poet, often accompanying myself on the bodhràn, and playing tunes on whistles, bagpipes & flutes. I am often recruited to make announcements, introduce acts and judge competitions. I once entertained hundreds of children whose coaches had been delayed for over an hour (it was deafening!)
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Geology for Key Stage 2. Geology isn't really given much time in most British primary schools, yet it is an important & incredible interesting science. I have been a keen amateur since I found my first fossils at the age of five. Mr Sandstone is a living rock who tells his story & as usual, the show includes music & song. Starting at the beginning of the world, it is the story of ancient mountains whose remains were broken down into sand-grains. This introduces types of rock & their component minerals as well as the three vital processes of erosion, transportation & deposition.
The sandstone itself is used to explain about sedimentary rocks & the fossils that they often contain. Rock, mineral & fossil specimens are used to illustrate the tale. The show lasts about 45 minutes, not including specimen handling sessions which can also be arranged.
There have been geology professors in the audience who enjoyed Mr. Sandstone very much!
I have a large & varied collection of all kinds of specimens: