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MIKE SPELLER
5644 Walnut Avenue, 2A Downers Grove, IL 60516 708-834-301925SecondAct@gmail.com
Testimonials
"Mike Speller is the best storyteller in the world!" --Teacher, Frankfort, IL
"Mike Speller is a storyteller of extraordinary expression. His stories and delivery invade your funny bone while tickling your brain, too..." --Greg Leifel, Producer of The StoryBistro
"I hope he wasn't telling fibs when he was younger." --Mike's mother, Anoka, MN
Videos of Mike
"The Oddest Oddyssey" This 'fractured' tale is a kooky cookie version (literally) because Mr. O runs a food truck with the worst luck.
"The Dutchman Journals" One fateful day for The Flying Dutchman means centuries of punishment. An original 'ghost' story.
For more than 25 years, Mike Speller has performed on stage and on-screen all over the United States. His performances are always known for:
  • Enormous energy
  • Audience participation
  • Fabulous facial expression
  • Things that make you go 'Hmmm'
Places to Go for All Ages:
  • Around the World - Foreign tales that pack familiar themes. A passport to different languages, fun facts, and enlightenment on every continent! (Grades K-6)
  • Into the Shadows - Ghost stories, real & unreal, that will chill your spine. Of course, Mike has 'light' frights as well as secrets about superstitions, too! (All ages)
  • Destination: Anywhere - Mike maps out a customized program where you write your own ticket: story-writing workshops or themed programs (Earth Day, Inventors, etc.) are just for starters!
Places to Go for Mature Adults:
  • Fear Itself - Classic horror tales which will likely produce classic horror effects: goosebumps, adrenalin rush, and the need to change your underwear.
  • From A to Z: The Speller in Me - Mike shares the personal adventures, both heart-breaking and humorous, that built his character. Athletics, B-movies, and Cars are just the start!
Past Performances Places:
  • Sterling Storytelling Festival
  • Minnesota Fringe Festival
  • Fox Valley Folk Music & Storytelling Festival
  • Northlands Storytelling Conference
  • Morton Arboretum
Purchase Mike's Work - click here
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Illinois Storytelling, Inc. is partially funded by the Oak Park Area Arts Council in partnership with the Village of Oak Park, the Illinois Arts Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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