Book This Show

To arrange a performance, complete the Making Books Sing Booking Form, or contact Emma Halpern, Associate Artistic Director, at ehalpern@makingbookssing.org or (212) 573-8791 x.240. 

In 1929, New York’s first Puerto Rican librarian, Pura Belpré, transforms her East Harlem library into a welcoming community center for all, through storytelling, music and puppetry.

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Fees

$1,200 for two performances
$1,800 for three performances

Scheduled Performances

Beginning in Fall 2010 and available year round, honor Pura Belpré’s legacy with performances in your school library, your local library branch, or anywhere books are in abundance!