Tim and Laura, are known professionally as The Battersby Duo (kids tend to refer to us as the BatDuo because it's easier to pronounce!) and are a musical comedy team for children and families. Laura has a degree in sociology with an emphasis on early childhood development, while Tim has a degree in English literature. They first met in the early 1980s auditioning for the Wayside Theatre where they joined a troupe of actors that put on shows for schoolchildren in Virginia. 2 years later they decided to strike out on their own and within a few years, were playing in Elementary schools all across the USA. As time passed Tim and Laura began to write more and more songs for young children, embracing the very tenets of early childhood development. Love, nature, counting, food, animals, and reading became the main themes of many Battersby Duo songs. Coupled with Tim's quick wit and Laura's more sensible approach to life, after an appearance on Sesame Street the creators explained Tim and Laura's onstage antics as "Monty Python meets Mary Poppins," a moniker that stuck with them for their whole career. In 2010 they produced a children's album called Sunny Days that was submitted to Grammy®. Three months later Tim and Laura were awarded a Grammy® nomination for the album. During their 30-year career, The Battersby Duo has garnered much praise from music critics and presenters alike. “A banquet of silliness designed to please the most refined of juvenile palates."
Tim Battersby is currently writing his 24th novel. All of his work can be purchased at https://www.amazon.com/Tim-Battersby/e/B07PR6WZ3D
About Us
Tim and Laura, The Battersby Duo, bring joy and laughter to children through their music and comedy sketches. Their performances are a delightful mix of entertainment and education, captivating young audiences and parents alike. With a passion for creativity and storytelling, they aim to inspire and empower children through their engaging performances.
Our Music
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Notable "Quotables"
"Though disguised as goofy frivolous fun, The Battersby Duo's antics and songs simmer with serious themes. The Battersby Duo's songs offer honest non-threatening glimpses into a Child's world of understanding and imagination. Their beautiful voices and pleasing music shine." School Library Journal
“A Top Notch Duo." Sesame Street
The Battersby Duo is always a huge hit with the Kids and their Parents.” Hillary Clinton.
“A banquet of silliness designed to please the most refined of juvenile palates." The American Library Association
"The Battersby Duo provides a wonderful mix of Melody, Energy, Sweetness and Humor." Kimbo Educational
“We will remember with pleasure that The Battersby's are a part of our neighborhood." Mr. Rogers Neighborhood
“A thousand happy Kids had the best time of their lives." Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center
"Goofy wacky and whimsical are all adjectives to describe the musical antics of The Battersby Duo. Their beautiful voices shine. School Library Journal
Battersby Duo songs effervesce with off-the-wall humor, unexpected lyrics, and a dash of British quirkiness. Parents Choice Magazine
"The Battersby Duo is a National Treasure." Senator Bob Graham Florida's 39th Governor
Kids go wild for The Battersby Duo." The Tampa Tribune
"The Battersby’s are naturals for our audiences.” Wolf Trap Farm Park Performing Arts Center
"Taking zaniness to new levels." St Petersburg Times
“Rarely do our marble walls and chandeliers witness such levels of silliness, as The Battersby’s inspire in their audiences” The Kennedy Center
BatDuo
For any media inquiries, get in touch with Tim at tim@batduo.com:
tim@batduo.com
352-870-3006
4259 Honda Road. San Francisco, CA 94158
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