Tim Hartman, is a native Pittsburgher, and has been professionally acting, singing, writing, cartooning and storytelling all over the country since 1972. Though known primarily for his work on the stage, including a recent appearance on Broadway in "A Tale of Two Cities" and the Tony nominated "Finian's Rainbow", Tim's greatest joy is performing his own brand of freewheeling, stand-up comedy, storytelling for children. His first recording of stories has earned the 2005 silver Parents' Choice Award for audio performance. His award winning illustrations have appeared in newspapers, magazines and books nationwide. www.timhartman.com