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New York's longest running kids' party entertainment company offers puppet performances that include one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted originals and all-time favorite characters from movies and TV. Balloon animals and face painting are also available.

Created by Tony Award nominated Barry Keating, the Starmites show runs about 45 minutes and generates a free flowing story geared for laughs, songs, and participation. Visit the website for a look at pictures and videos of Starmites' characters.

Starmites performers' backgrounds includes collaboration with Jim Henson and The Muppets. The team consults with clients to design the perfect children's party: cute, cuddly, and laid back for toddlers or hilarious and superheroic for the more sophisticated set. Princess parties and dinosaur parties are designed to charm and delight.

getting there:

Starmites travel to all five boroughs as well as New Jersey, Westchester, and Connecticut. Note that travel time adds to the price.

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reviews: 6 reviews

Barry was the entertainment for my son's 5th birthday party at our home in Westchester and the kids are still talking about his puppet show! I've never seen a group of four /five year olds sit and watch something so intently or laugh so hard. He also did balloon animals for them which was a nice bonus before and after the puppet show. He was professional, easy to work with and very flexible. I would recommend him for any kids' party.

beckh99

added: 02/10/2012

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Barry came to my son's 2nd birthday party, which we shared with two other toddlers whose birthdays were in days of his. We were in a small park, so it wasn't the easiest environment to hold kids' attention, and there were dozens of kids, but Barry kept them entertained. Everyone loved the puppets, the creativity, and of course the amazing balloon creations that Barry crafts. He was an enormous success, and made all the kids so happy. Barry shared a delightful moment with my son and me and the puppets that had my son grinning from ear to ear. I was also impressed with how flexible Barry was--he listened to our requests and designed the party for our needs. You can't go wrong with Starmites!

sllds

added: 02/01/2012

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Barry is an outstanding children's entertainer. We have seen him perform at several parties and we have also hired him for one of our kids parties. He is true professional and never disappoints. He is top of the list in terms of entertainment for kids.

jfocnyc

added: 01/31/2012

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Barry performed for a group of twelve 4 to 6 year olds at my son's birthday party (not an easy task). But, Barry made it look effortless! He put on a puppet show that had the children and the adults mesmerized! Barry was such a big hit with our family that he came back and made movies with our 2 sons the following year. They are priceless. The boys had a wonderful time making the movies with Barry, and we will have them forever as amazing keepsakes. Thank you so much, Barry! I would absolutely recommend Amazing Starmites Parties. So creative and so much fun!

wilcarjackcarter

added: 01/22/2012

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Our son's 4th birthday party was on Friday, and Barry Keating came and entertained the children so wonderfully. They were absolutely riveted and as the parent of the birthday boy it was such a relief to have someone so talented and expressive entertain. The puppet show was a hit and Barry stayed on and made balloon animals for every child. I would highly recommend Amazing Starmites Parties.

kurlyqueen

added: 01/22/2012

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The Amazing Starmites transfixed 70 children (4-13)at our company's children party. Very entertaining, fun and interactive. Afterwards Barry created for each child the most fanciful balloon creatures -the source of more imaginative play. Very successful party!

Nancy Sondag

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