Paul Taylor, Australian Culture

Paul “Walking Stick” Taylor is an Australian storyteller, didjeridoo player, singer, and cultural ambassador. He is a 2012 Finalist for Australian of the Year. Now based in Laramie, Wyoming, Paul Taylor has performed and taught for over 300,000 American children. He has been honored for his
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Australian Culture with Paul Taylor (Multidiscipline Residencies, Performances and Workshops)

Program Description
Paul Taylor performs Wonders Down Under, Australian Music & Stories. Wonders Down Under is an interactive multifaceted performance. Students come away with a unique look at the wonderful Aussie character through an exciting mix of stories, songs, dance, painting, theater and didgeridoo – drawing comparisons in American history and culture. The performance honors both the Aboriginal and European
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Program Detail
Available year-round
Flexible
Performance: 8′ x 10′ clean and clear staging area; Simple sound system with one vocal mic and one instrument mic.
Residency: Space adequate for workshop activities and performance area adequate for student performance; Simple sound system with one vocal mic and one instrument mic for performance
Schools, libraries, performing arts centers, theaters, community venues
$700 per performance when in area; $650 per multiple performance, same day, same site; Workshop $350 (Must be scheduled with performance): Call for details Community Programs: Call for details Call for one to five day residency fees
EDUCATION STANDARDS
Integrate and evaluate information presented in diverse media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally. Evaluate a speaker’s point of view, reasoning, and use of evidence and rhetoric. Ask and answer questions about what a speaker says in order to clarify comprehension, gather additional information, or deepen understanding of a topic or issue.
1st – 2nd – Understand that history tells a story of how people and events changed society over time. 5th – Understand how increased diversity resulted from migration, settlement patterns and economic development in the United States. 6th – Understand geographic factors that influenced the emergence, expansion and decline of civilizations, societies and regions (i.e. Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas) over time./ Explain how the behaviors and practices of individuals and groups influenced societies, civilizations and regions.
Supporting Materials
Paul Taylor Study Guide
P.Taylor-Study-Guide.pdfResources and Worksheets
Resources-and-Workshops.pdfTell Me About Australia
TellMeAboutAustralia.pdfQualifications
References
Debora Thaxton Soule, Rock Springs Community Fine Arts Association; dsoule@sweetwaterlibraries.com; 307-362-6212
Renee Van Horn, Stanly Arts Council, Albemarle, NC; stanlycountyartscouncil1974@gmail.com; 704-982-8118
Matilda Giampietro, Washington Montessori, New Preston, CT; mgiampietro@washingtonmontessori.org; 860-868-0551