Lou Del Bianco is a nationally recognized storyteller and a 5 time Parents Choice award winner. His cds for children have received critical praise from the NY and LA Times, TV Guide, Parents Magazine, Child Magazine and others.
The subjects of Lou’s autobiographical songs and stories range from gum chewing to school boy crushes to the family dog- all tales that connect with children on a very deep level.
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Around the World
“Around the World” is an exciting and culturally responsive program combining storytelling, theater and music. Lou Del Bianco invites children to come on stage to help him act out stories from cultures that span the globe. Children discover when you read folktales, fairytales and fables, you learn about diversity, equity and inclusivity. Adult Program also available.
Make a Good Choice!
Through original songs, stories and audience interaction, this Parents Choice Award winner takes his audience on an exciting journey back through Lou’s childhood! Lou provides a welcoming environment as he guides students through songs and stories that celebrate inclusion, equity and social justice. Respect, tolerance, kindness and issues of bullying are also covered though-out the show. Children will get the chance to decide what kinds of choices they would make if they were in Lou’s shoes and how those choices reflect on their own lives. This show can be tailor fitted into any character ed theme your school is focused on. PROMOTES SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING (S.E.L.)
Abraham Lincoln
Endorsed by the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission! In this interactive, dramatic program, actor-storyteller Lou Del Bianco portrays Abraham Lincoln as Civil War President, frontiersman and storyteller. Lincoln’s values…honesty, education, equity, inclusion, social justice and perseverance shine through this dynamic new presentation. Authentic historical quotations are used throughout; (handouts available). Gettysburg Address for older students. Adult program also available.
Out of Rushmore's Shadow
In this 45-minute special presentation for the entire family, storyteller Lou Del Bianco portrays his grandfather, Luigi Del Bianco, and talks about his unsung contribution as chief carver on our nation’s greatest memorial, Mount Rushmore. Lou uses authentic photos, timelines and primary source documents to bring Luigi’s story to life. The presentation culminates with designer Gutzon Borglum’s praise of Luigi, the 25 year struggle to get him recognized and the CBS SUNDAY MORNING tribute where a plaque at Mount Rushmore is finally unveiled! Now a published book authored by Lou, “Out of Rushmore’s Shadow” is a dramatic and touching story about Luigi’s legacy and the immigrant struggle.
The Songs of Sinatra
Actor/singer/storyteller Lou Del Bianco shares some of his favorite Frank Sinatra songs from the great American songbook. Audiences will enjoy an hour of singing, storytelling and audience participation. Lou even saves some time at the end for requests so you can leave having heard your favorite Sinatra tune. A great time is guaranteed!
