Happy Halloween Tricks and Treats: In this fun, interactive program, Comic Mime Robert Rivest will take us through a series of spooky yet silly Halloween stories. We will also learn how to do some mime tricks and treat our friends to funny mime illusions and hilarious Halloween characters. Come in costume, Robert will use his mastery of mime and movement to help us move and act like our costume characters. Also bring some ideas and suggestions, as we will create our own spooky story together, on the spot!
"The Tricks & Treats Halloween Show is an absolute delight! The kids had a blast acting out their costume characters and the parents had a great time watching the ensuing silliness. Robert is a joy to work with, and we'll definitely have him back!” -Katrina Ireland-Bilodeau, MLIS, Assistant Library Director/ Director of Youth Services, Ashland Public Library
"Our patrons truly enjoyed Robert’s 'Tricks & Treats for Halloween' program. He was able to keep children entertained and fully engaged during this super silly show. Make sure to have your patrons come in costume to add to the fun!” - Stacy Servideo, Youth Services Librarian, Worcester Public Library
"Tricks and Treats with Mime Robert Rivest" was an absolute blast! The adults were laughing just as much as the kids and when the program was over, nobody moved. The kids just wanted him to keep acting silly! -TC
Robert is an extremely talented mime, storyteller and comedian - there's nothing he can't do. For those looking for a refreshing and unique Halloween program for all ages, you've found it! -TC
Robert showed the kids some of the more traditional mime skits (trapped in a box, tugging on a rope), then told them a Halloween story with lots of funny movements and facial expressions. He also had them all act out traditional Halloween characters including ghosts, witches and robots, and showed them how they can become different characters using simple props like hats and glasses. The kids were invited to attend in costume, which was a great feature because they got the chance to act out what they were dressed as. -Tressy N. Collier, Assistant Director, Children's Librarian, Blackstone Public Library
Holiday Library Programs, Seasonal Celebrations and Special Events: Is there a program you would like Robert Rivest to create for an upcoming holiday, celebration, or special event? Robert is super creative, he brings his joyful spirit and humorous take on life, to any given situation. Contact him today and see what fun, shared experience he can create for your library.
Flexibility is key. I can do any of my programs:
Live-In-Person
Virtual Live Stream
Virtual Recorded Video
I am open to other options as they become available.
Let's chat today!
Robert Rivest Comic Mime ("Laughter is the Best Medicine") Comedy on the Move Highlights the best of Robert Rivest's 20 year career as a master mime performer, comic actor and improv artist. Through humorous mime stories, spoken word physical comedy and a zany cast of characters, Robert Rivest transforms an empty stage into pure hilarity! His true gift is his ability to turn everyday situations into hysterically funny experiences that all ages can relate to! Robert's personal stories of growing up in Enfield, CT, are hilarious. His tales of childhood, teen-hood and high school pranks as well as his life in the performing arts and “healing arts” will move you to bursts of laughter and tears of joy! This is a cultural arts comedy event that you will never forget, full of imagery rich stories, awe inspiring mime illusion, and plenty of playful audience participation.
"Thank you so much for a fantastic program in Mansfield last night! You had the whole audience hooked right from the beginning, and it was great to see parents laughing and participating right along with kids.
I imagine there were lots of imaginary walls and ropes in Mansfield homes last night, as kids were both entertained and inspired by your show. It’s always a pleasure for me to watch families having fun at the Library, so thanks again for giving us all a memorable experience."
-Judy Stoughton, Children’s Librarian Mansfield Public Library, CT
"We were so delighted with Robert Rivest's performance. It's wonderful to find someone with such tremendous talent who relates so well to kids."
-Jane Babcock, Director, Hadley Libraries, MA
"If you can only book one performer, make it Robert Rivest! His mime show was awesome. The audience loved him and completely enjoyed the interaction. Even the most shy were motivated to participate by his genuinely warm and friendly approach. We would have him back again in a heartbeat."
-Wendy Payette, East Brookfield Public Library, MA
"We were thrilled to host 'Comedy on the Move'; everyone had a fantastic time and I've had several people ask when he'll be back! Robert Rivest is a talented and engaging mime, storyteller, and physical comedian who will captivate audiences of all ages. His interaction with the attendees elevates an already outstanding performance to a true event for all!"
-Francie Berger, Reference Librarian/Programming Coordinator Hall Memorial Library, Ellington, CT
"I love programs that entertain parents as much as they do children, and Robert Rivest's show definitely accomplished that goal. His unique mixture of mime and comedy along with a strong pro-library message, completely engaged our diverse audience."
-Patty Falconer, Hampstead Public Library, NH
Librarian and Library Staff, Stress Relief Robert Rivest offers creative stress relief workshops, in-services and staff development training for librarians and staff! His most popular staff development program for libraries is part comic relief and part stress relief tips from mindfulness meditation, tai-chi and laughter yoga. The laughter and improv team building exercises are tons of fun! The take away stress relief tips are very effective for work in the library and every day life. It can be a great stress reliever for the whole population, a library conference keynote, worksop, breakout session or a special staff workshop/in-service/training.
Robert's newest creation WELLBEING LAUGHTER is a wellness practice that frees the body and mind of stress and anxiety, in a playful, light-hearted way. Robert uses science-based methods such as mindful breathing, gentle movement and healing laughter as a fun way to optimize mental and physical wellbeing. This practice brings people together and unites them in a positive, shared experience of joyful laughter. Wellbeing Laughter lifts our mood in a matter of minutes and gives us a lighter perspective on life. Adaptable for children, teens, adults and staff.
"Robert Rivest's Wellbeing Laughter program was the perfect combination of entertainment and enrichment. Robert was an enthusiastic and responsive facilitator who engaged the participants with his well-paced interactive exercises. You'll definitely leave his program with a smile on your face! For libraries seeking a unique personal growth program, I recommend this program highly ." -Roxanne Starkin, Shrewsbury Public Library
Many schools and organizations are incorporating mindfulness as a way to help students and staff, focus, feel centered, and improve social skills. Robert Rivest's "Mindfulness in Motion" school and library programs help teach the basics of mindfulness in a fun, entertaining way. In this program, students and teachers learn mindfulness exercises and stress relief techniques that will help them breathe, relax, focus, act, and interact, mindfully. Robert is a great presenter, he shares simple, memorable stories and humorous tales that bring mindfulness principles to life. Robert Rivest has been teaching Mindfulness Meditation, Tai-Chi, and Mime, to all ages, for over 20 years. With his unique blend of energy, creativity, playfulness and peacefulness, Robert shares the joys of being alive, in the present moment. Adaptable for children, teens, adults and staff.
Summer Fun @ Your Library! This is a pure celebration of everything that we love about summer. Comic mime Robert Rivest performs his favorite stories about summer and invites audience members to join in. Stories about the sun, swimming, camping, travel, friendship, ice cream, late nights, lightening bugs and more! This fun family show is full of audience participation! In addition to Robert’s humorous and inspirational mime theater stories, everyone will learn amazing mime illusions and how to create their own mime story. Together, we will act out exciting characters and stories highlighting summer fun!
"We were so delighted with Robert Rivest's performance. It's wonderful to find someone with such tremendous talent who relates so well to kids."
-Jane Babcock, Director, Hadley Libraries, MA
"If you can only book one performer, make it Robert Rivest! His mime show was awesome. The audience loved him and completely enjoyed the interaction. Even the most shy were motivated to participate by his genuinely warm and friendly approach. We would have him back again in a heartbeat."
-Wendy Payette, East Brookfield Public Library, MA
Mindfulness in Motion with Robert Rivest: Many schools and organizations are incorporating mindfulness as a way to help students and staff, focus, feel centered, and improve social skills. Robert Rivest's "Mindfulness in Motion" school and library programs help teach the basics of mindfulness in a fun, entertaining way. In this program, students and teachers learn mindfulness exercises and stress relief techniques that will help them breathe, relax, focus, act, and interact, mindfully. Robert is a great presenter, he shares simple, memorable stories and humorous tales that bring mindfulness principles to life. Robert Rivest has been teaching Mindfulness Meditation, Tai-Chi, and Mime, to all ages, for over 20 years. With his unique blend of energy, creativity, playfulness and peacefulness, Robert shares the joys of being alive, in the present moment.
The Alphabet of Imagination! Robert joyfully leads audiences of all ages on an awesome A to Z journey! This fun, festive, high energy show is an amazing synthesis of movement, imagery, characters and illusion. With a different mime piece for each letter of the alphabet, Robert Rivest highlights the pure joy of our limitless imaginations.
Literacy Alive - Let's Celebrate Reading! is a quick moving fun-filled enrichment program that gets audiences of all ages excited about reading. Robert Rivest reveals the "hidden treasures" of reading and comically illustrates and the joys of reading everyday. More
Healthy Choices - Healthy Lives is a high-energy comedy program in which health and humor go hand in hand. Robert Rivest's humorous insights connect deeply with children, teens, and adults moving them to make mindful choices about food, exercise, entertainment and safety. More
Learn, Laugh, and Let Go: Interactive Stress Relief Show! Robert Rivest takes a humorous look at modern day stress and what we can do about it. Using mime, comedy, insight, and interaction Robert offers both "comic relief" and practical stress relieving techniques. With Robert's down-to-earth sense of humor and engaging style, audiences find stress reduction natural and easy. His closing interactive series of movement and laughter helps everyone get back to work, school, or home feeling calm and refreshed. How we handle stress affects every part of our lives!
"Our audience for 'Learn, Laugh, & Let Go' was transformed from a stressed out group to a laughing, merry band by the end of Robert Rivest's workshop. He seamlessly blends comedy, mime routines, and practical insights in a fun way that ordinary folks unused to relaxation techniques can easily understand and apply to their own lives."
-Kirk G. Morrison, MLIS, Adult Programming Librarian, Whittemore Memorial Library, CT
"It was an absolute delight to have Robert Rivest perform here at the Gilmanton Year Round Library! We giggled ourselves silly!"
- Pam Jansury, Gilmanton Year Round Library, NY
"I worked in the wellness industry for 15 years. I not only gave many wellness-based presentations but attended numerous ones. What I found so wonderful about Robert Rivest's program is that it is so easy to take away the idea of smiling and laughing as a strategy for dealing with stress and a means for improving your overall health."
- Carla Grimaldi, MSEd. Read/Write/Now Adult Learning Center
Robert Rivest's Science in Motion! Great for libraries that are helping their local schools with core science progams! It is an explosive blend of comedy and science that enthralls both children and adults. Through an exciting use of mime, comedy, audience participation and informative science tie-ins, Robert Rivest inspires his audience to see science in a new light. Everyone gets to actively participate! From being part of a giant audience water cycle to trying out comic characters in Robert's hilarious science skits, it's pure fun for all. Science at Play! Audiences get to experience science kinetically! Robert's Interactive Science Stories include: Walls, walls, walls: Solid, Liquid, Gas A Rain Drop Journey: Water Cycle Life on Earth: Climate Change Get Moving: Gravity, Inertia Planting Seeds: Photosynthesis Baby Bird: Eggs, Habitat, Flight Push, Pull, Lift: Simple Machines The Aquarium: Sea life, Float, Sink Umbrella Piece: Wind, Weather Caterpillar/Butterfly: Metamorphosis
Mime, Comedy & Character Workshop Master mime artist and comic actor Robert Rivest explores character, comedy and expression in this fascinating interactive program. Robert Rivest uses his famous comic mime stories and improv scenes as a fun way for participants to look at what lies beneath the surface in different written characters, and the "characters" around us, including ourselves. The program includes a mini 'hands-on' theater workshop in communication, subtext, facial expression and body language! Everyone love Robert's true to life characters, awesome illusionary skills and his playful, down-to-earth sense of humor.
"If you want a program that is interactive and a lot of fun then Robert Rivest's Mime Workshop is the program for you. The participants were laughing and imitating what Robert was doing. Teens were shown how to do mime and they had a blast."
-Margie Walker, Teen Librarian, Amesbury Public Library
" ...definitely hire him! He is easy to work with, and he is an impressive performer. Both the children and adults who came to his show at our library were laughing throughout his hour-long performance."
-Marissa Ciullo, Children's Librarian, Oxford Public Library, CT
"His energy is contagious, and I find fairly reticent kids eager to mime the mime, and we all get to learn some moves. We'll have him back again...He's always a hit.
-Amy Gavalis, Children's Librarian, Lincoln Public Library, Lincoln, MA
"I highly recommend Robert Rivest! I wish he could take over classes for a day, inspire some kids to get fit and learn to use their bodies in new ways and laugh a little more." Teen Advisor, Lunenberg Public Library, MA " Extremely gifted . . . Mr. Rivest's show was a huge success based on the feedback of patrons and staff of all ages! We loved reading was promoted!
-Laurie Meheran, Burlington Public Library, CT
"Very entertaining and inspiring! He held the adults' and children's attention well. It was the most successful show our library hosted and, without a doubt,, the show most able to bridge the generation gap."
-Mary Farrell, Children's Librarian, George Homes Bixby Memorial Library, Francestown, NH
Summer Library Program BLOCK BOOKING is Available in MA, CT, NY, NH, NJ, PA, MD, VT and ME!
Contact Robert today to book:
In Person or Online Family Library Programs
In Person or Online Library Staff Stress Relief Workshops
In Person or Online Zoom Laughter Release Sessions
Contact Robert: Email: Robert Rivest Phone: Phone: 413-519-2256
Library Staff Development Stress Relief Programs
Library Programs For All Ages!
Teen & Young Adult Library Programs
Comic Stress Relief Library Programs for Adults & Seniors
Robert Rivest K-12 School Shows
Health & Wellness School Assemblies
Literacy Programs & Reading Celebrations
Laughter Yoga & Stress Relief School Shows
“Comedy on the Move” School Shows
Spread joy and laughter @ your library with Comic Mime Robert Rivest
I am open to other options as they become available.
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