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Storytellers Sarasota, FL

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56 Storytellers serving Sarasota, FL

Bard of the Bay

5.0 (2)
1 Verified booking

  • Pinellas Park, FL
  • Storyteller
  • 36 miles from Sarasota
  • $150-500/show

Tom L. said “What a great and unusual night! Went to a backyard concert and JD entertained us for an hour that flew by. I was surprised and sad when it ended. Definitely would hire him for my event. ”
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Star Newman

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Sarasota, FL
  • Magician / Storyteller
  • $500-3750

Deanna P. said “Star did an incredible job as a roaming magician for our Gala. We had over 300 guests, and I heard from MOST of them how awesome she was! She worked the room, didn't need direction, and was a... ”
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Spirit Entertainment

4.93 (14)
23 Verified bookings

  • Sun City Center, FL
  • DJ / Storyteller
  • 29 miles from Sarasota
  • Contact for rates

Sharon K. said “I set up and onsite Santa visit for my niece and nephew. Mr. and Mrs. Santa Clause came and they were wonderful!! Both of the kiddos are a little shy and Mr. and Mrs. Santa were great at getting... ”
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Juanita Lolita

5.0 (13)
4 Verified bookings

  • Pinellas Park, FL
  • Christian Comedian / Storyteller
  • 36 miles from Sarasota
  • Contact for rates

Karen M. said “I had a great pleasure of hosting Juanita at my home when she was in town to perform at my church. She is a wonderful follower of Jesus Christ. She shares joy and laughter wherever she goes. Juanita’s... ”

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Quick facts for Storytellers in Sarasota, FL

943 quotes sent

In the past year, Storytellers have sent 943 quotes to event planners.

145th most popular

Storytellers rank #145 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

4.9 out of 5 stars

There are 1,677 Storyteller reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

1.2 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 1.2 days (on average) to hire a Storyteller.

Sarasota ranks #3

Sarasota is the 3rd most popular city for Storytellers requests in Florida.

Popular events

Storytellers are typically hired for Retirement Community Events and Birthday Parties in Sarasota, FL.

Florida ranks #5

Florida is the 5th most popular state for Storytellers requests in the United States.

Past events for Storytellers in Sarasota, FL

Fun, exciting, engaging- a big success for the event

Storyteller

5.0

October 24, 2025

45 minutes

What a treasure find Bard of the Bay turned out to be. He is a gifted storyteller, knowledgeable about the history of Florida sharing tales of truths and myths. He was animated enough to make you laugh and smart enough to make you learn and clever enough have you spellbound at the edge of your seat.
Event total

$250

About booking Storytellers in Sarasota, FL

Hiring a storyteller is a great way to engage audiences of all ages at your next event. A storyteller will captivate the kiddos at a birthday party, school assembly, or family gathering. They can also create an immersive experience for adults with a live performance of poignant stories or workshops meant to help build public speaking skills.

The cost of hiring a professional storyteller in Sarasota, Florida will vary depending on the length of the event, any special requests, and the complexity of the show. A storyteller may charge more to conduct a workshop than to perform a story from their existing repertoire. Contact the local storytellers above to get a quote customized for your special event.

While browsing Sarasota storytellers, look through photos and watch videos to see what is included in their performances. Then read reviews from past clients to learn more about their experience and professionalism. When talking with storytellers, discuss important details like performance space, setup requirements, event theme, and any other unique aspect of the event.

Once you find the storyteller you want to hire, finalize the booking on GigSalad. Our full-service platform makes it easy to book party entertainment. You can message the performer, confirm the details of your agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad event is covered by our Worry-Free Guarantee, so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back. Just relax and enjoy the show!

Storytellers serving the Sarasota, FL area

These Storytellers serve the wider Sarasota and Sarasota county area and travel to Southgate, Kensington Park, Desoto Lakes, Sarasota Springs, The Meadows, Fruitville, Tallevast, Siesta Key, Bayshore Gardens, Oneco, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat Key, West Samoset, Osprey, Bradenton, Ellenton, Palmetto, Cortez, Bradenton Beach, Laurel, Holmes Beach, Nokomis, Venice, Terra Ceia, Anna Maria, and Parrish.