"One could never err in selecting Jackson. He's incredible!" Missouri River Storytelling Festival "A zany kind of comic mutant" Maine Public Broadcasting "A masterly storyteller. Compelling" Christian Science Monitor

Through his many talents as songsmith, movement artist and storyteller, Jackson engages and delights audiences of all ages. One never knows what to expect from the Stand-up Chameleon, but you can be assured that it will be sparkling with energy, wit and whimsy. Song, dance, mime, and/or sign language might be incorporated into his interactive and educational theater -- whatever works best to bring any age audience along for a rollicking ride into his wildly imaginative worlds of creative adventure.

School/family shows include:

*Riot in the Garden: fun-filled farm science

*BUGS!: doodlebugs, spiders, ants, & other crawlies are featured in this comic
low-life revue

*Nature in Action, Story and Song: a wild & crazy environmental romp

*Halloween Silly Willies; Autumn Wonders; Winter Revels; Spring into Action and Song: story and song-filled celebrations of the season

*On a Wing and a Song: a birds-eye view of the seasons

*A Family Cabaret: intergenerational laughter and love

*Levity in Motion: mime, song & story for the young and young-at-heart

*The Dancing Man: lively, interactive songs and stories to move and groove with

*Harlequin and the Gift of Many Colors: and other stories of friendship (performed
with sign language)

*The Magic of Rudyard Kipling - "Just So": sprightly, faithful interpretations of these best beloved classics (video available)

"Jackson's performances are intimate celebrations presented in an engaging, humorous and thought-provoking manner. Each piece relishes the best in us all and exhibits a world view that is full of hope and caring." - Acadia Repertory Theatre

Since 1982, Jackson has been on the New England Touring Artists Roster. He?s been featured at the National Storytelling Festival 3 times since 1985 as well as at festivals throughout the country and in the Provinces. His best sales pitch is that the majority of his work comes from repeat bookings. References galore.

Fees: $475 plus travel, negotiable with block booking or when logistics are favorable
Touring dates: available year-round
Contact Person: Jackson Gillman
Company Name: Stand-Up Chameleon
Address: PO Box 41, Onset, MA 02558-0041
Phone: 508-295-0886
Web Address: www.jacksongillman.com
Email: jxsong@comcast.net