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Midsummer Magic: Storytelling and Celtic Harp
Program Categories
Music, Storytellers, Theater Programs
Audience Age
Adult and children ages 10 and above
The magical time of the Summer Solstice resonates in folktales and songs from many lands told by master storyteller Diane Edgecomb accompanied by Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain
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. Midsummer Eve is traditionally a time of magic, a transitional moment in nature, when the fairy world can meet our own. Accompanied by harper Margot Chamberlain, master storyteller Diane Edgecomb brings us into a liminal world of twilight and beauty. This captivating event speaks of the deep meaning to be found in the natural world around us. The one-hour performance is suitable for adults and an older family audience
$625.
Fee is for a Live performance at your library with the duo: Storyteller Diane Edgecomb accompanied by Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain. Some travel fees may apply for venues that require more than two hours of travel round trip.
Group Size
125 for library setting- 250 for theatre or larger setting
Program Length
One hour
Storytelling is the most flexible of art forms! All that is required is an open-comfortable space for the audience to gather. If the performance is to be outdoors then request is for teller not to be in direct sunlight for the length of the performance. Diane has excellent sound equipment that can be heard at a distance which helps with social distancing.
Last Modified
02/02/2022
Recent Library/School Appearances by Diane Edgecomb
Vicky Burr Hyde Park Library
Hyde Park/Boston, MA
(617)361-2524
Lorraine Der Hamilton-Wenham Public Library
Hamilton, MA
(978)468-5577
Mia Cabana Jones Library
Amherst, MA
(413)259-3091
Sara Foster, Berlin Public Library
Berlin, MA
(978)838-2812
Karen Silverthorn, Thayer Memorial Library
Lancaster, MA
(978)368-8928
Performer’s Contact Information
Diane Edgecomb
Diane EdgecombPO Box 300016
Boston, MA 02130
This has been wonderfully received as a seasonal celebration around the time of the Summer Solstice.
“No one worked more magic than you, Diane. You were one shining light! From the time you stepped onto the Gathering stage, you held the audience spellbound.” Peg O’ Sullivan, Festival Director, Connecticut Storytelling Center