“An unparalleled family entertainer.”
-G. Wray, Director, Ocean County Library System, NJ
“If you want children and parents to go home remembering how much fun the library can be, definitely add David Engel to your list of performers. He’s too much fun to miss.”
-M. Gabrielle, Children's Librarian, West Babylon Public Library, NY
YEAR ‘ROUND LIBRARY PROGRAMS
HOLIDAY CHEER: WINTER READING
HALLOWEEN: SPOOKTACULAR SHOWS
Libraries love David Engel.
David loves them back.
Why?
Because David believes in the power of reading,
in building community
and
in our increasingly device-focused world, in
leading ‘old school’ imaginative play among children and their families. T
he result
is a library program by
David Engel.
Librarians recognize the impact David’s shows have on their mission: FAQ
His shows fit perfectly with annual Reading Program themes.
David’s work supports the libraries primary mission as a family destination, vital to the community.
Mr. Engel subtly designs his shows to empower girls and attract boys (that elusively challenging demographic) into the library.
When we return: His shows scale to fit any size space from tiny program room to large library theaters. All shows available in Virtual format during the pandemic
Custom shows available on request.
David has performed at over two thousand libraries.
Contact him today to add yours to the list!
“David incorporates themes of reading and literacy without being heavy-handed, and he has the ability to adjust his shows to the age level and understanding of the kids in the audience. Engel is one of the few performers you will want to book over and over again.”
-C. Baker, Children’s Librarian, Kings Daughters Library, NY
NOTE on COVID-19:
While the pandemic seems behind us, concerns linger. If your branch is not open to the public or far away, we are still offering ALL of our programs in remote format, either pre-taped for convenient ‘on demand’ viewing or as a live-streamed event. Block booking discounts and hardship rates available.