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The New York State Performers and Programs Database offers a comprehensive platform for finding diverse performers and educational programs across various regions of New York. Users can search by subject categories, fees, audience levels, and keywords. The database allows for browsing by category, with 15 distinct categories featuring rotating performers. Detailed program summaries include information such as program descriptions, fees, audience suitability, contact details, and links to performer pages. Perfect for educators seeking enriching programs to enhance learning experiences.
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Topics • Regions • Browse • Program displays • Basic Searching • Advanced Search Options
Features • Searchable by subject category, fees, audience level, names, keywords. • Limit searches to a single region, selected regions or all of New York. • Performers can list multiple programs.
Select a Region • Single Region • Click on a region name • All of New York • Click on Search all of NY
Browse by Category • 15 categories • 5 performers in each category • Performers rotate randomly • Reload page for new selections
Browse by Category • Click on a name to view a program by that performer • Click on “MORE” to see all programs in a category
Summary Display • Displays: • Performer Name • Program Name • Categories • Description • Fee Category • Links: • Performer Name • Program Name
Performer Information • Contact information • Previous performance location • Last updated • Web page link • Summary of programs
Program Information • Program description • Fees, audience levels, program length • Special requirements • Regions where program can be performed • Performer contact information • Link to display all of the performers programs
Basic Keyword Search • Select region on home page • Enter terms in search box • Click “Search” • Searches: • Performer Names • Stage Names • Program Names • Program Description
More Keyword Searching • Searches for ALL the keywords • Boolean “and” • Truncation is automatic • Music finds music, musical, musician • No phrase searching
Category Search • Select topic from drop down menu • Click “Search” • Retrieves all programs for that topic
Category and Keyword Search • Select topic from drop down menu • Enter keywords • Click “Search” • Retrieves all programs for that topic that also contain the keywords
More Search Options • Click More Search Options link to search more precisely and limit searches by: • Fee Range • Audience Level • Date Added
Finding Programs Geared for NYS Summer Reading Themes • Search for keywords: • Summer Reading • Or search for the current year’s theme: • Tune In @ the Library (2005) • Read, White and Blue (2004)