Reviews
of Greek Mythology
The Hampstead Stage Company would like to
thank the administrators, teachers, parents and most especially the
students who have taken the time to write these letters.
The sixth graders and faculty at
Somerset School thoroughly enjoyed the performance of Greek Mythology.
The children have been studying Greek culture in social studies
class, and were able to understand the myths you performed. As you
will read from the letters, our sixth grade "Barbarians" loved the
assembly. Thank you for such a wonderful and entertaining performance.
~ Judith J. Grady, Principal
Somerset School, North Plainfield, NJ
Today, we were treated to the Hampstead
Stage Company' performance of Greek Mythology. It was a delight!
The audience was composed of students ranging from preschool to
fifth grade and all the students were engaged and attentive. The
students seemed to "get the jokes" as did the appreciative faculty
and staff. The younger students seemed mesmerized by the live presentation
both with the actors and the props. The Players were clearly effective
in their various roles and did a great job of pulling the audience
into the production. In fact, it was a little preschool age girl
who, during the question and answer portion of the show, said, "I
really liked the way you whined!" I thin she got it! Hampstead Stage
Company visits are always a highlight to the school year and this
visit was no exception. The production from the actors to set to
props was a joy. Thank you for consistently providing exceptional
live theatre for our students -- we are most appreciative!
~ Richard W. Scroggs, Ed.D., Principal
Stone Street Elementary School, Camp Lejeune, NC
I wanted to write and tell you how much
our fourth grade students enjoyed you Greek Mythology show. Your
performers, Adrian and Mary, were absolutely wonderful. They delivered
the stories powerfully and related the information in such a way
that our fourth graders were mesmerized! The way the topics were
covered and the amount of material was perfect. My students learned
quite a bit, even though we had thoroughly studied mythology. Your
program and performers are to be commended! Thank you for a wonderful
show!
~ Fourth Grade Staff
Wildwood Elementary School, Mt. Lakes, NJ
I wanted to thank you for bringing the performance
Greek Mythology to the 6th grade students of Kannapolis City Schools.
The performance was enjoyed by all and served as an excellent opportunity
to expose our students to the Greek culture. It was truly enlightening
for all those involved.
~ Jo Anne A. Byerly, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent
Kannapolis City Schools, Kannapolis, NC
Just a short note to let you know how much
our student body enjoyed Greek Mythology for Kids presented on our
campus. Enclosed are some stories and pictures from some first graders.
Will you please forward them to the two actors who did our presentation
and congratulate them on a job well done!
~ Sondra Iarosis, Assistant Principal
Brandon Academy, Brandon, FL
On Friday Bill and Kerry performed at Reid
Middle School in Pittsfield, MA. Our seventh grade students enjoyed
the performance as well as our English teachers. The teachers were
extremely impressed with your presentation on Greek Myths. It was
a pleasurable as well as educational experience for all.
~ Colleen Rossi, Principal
Reid Middle School, Pittsfield, MA
I just wanted to take this opportunity to
let you know how much our fifth and sixth graders enjoyed your performance
of Greek Mythology for Kids II on Friday afternoon. The adaptations
of the stories of Hercules and Jason held the audience spellbound
throughout (no easy task in this age of television, videos, Nintendos,
and computers) as did the excellent performances by your two find
actors. As I previously mentioned on the telephone, your troupe
came highly recommended as my best friend, a media specialist, has
had the chance to view your productions on several occasions. May
I add that the show on Friday lived up to an surpassed her "glowing
reviews". It was a wonderful experience for students and teachers
alike, and a sixth grade teacher has already suggested that we make
a visit by your talented company an annual "special event" for the
fifth and sixth grades! We most definitely will be interested in
booking again. Once more, thank you for an enjoyable afternoon of
informative entertainment that we will all remember for a long time
to come.
~Laura Phillips, Fifth Grade Teacher
Bowdon Elementary School, Bowdon, GA
The students and teachers of McLean School
thoroughly enjoyed Risa and Peter in the Greek Myths. They captivated
the audience. thank you for sending the show and performers to our
school. Risa and Peter were also lovely to work with. They were
flexible land accommodating. Thanks again.
~ Adrienne Fisher, Assembly Coordinator
The McLean School of Maryland, Inc., Potomac, MD
The Hampstead Stage Company, Bill and Kerry,
visited our school on Thursday. Their performance of myths of ancient
Greece held the attention of third and fourth grade children for
approximately sixty minutes. The actors projected their voices with
force; and they used masks to change characters with ease. The message
of the myths was clear and children asked appropriate questions
after the performance. We thank Bill and Kerry for being so gracious.
~ Noreen E. DiDonna, Assistant Principal
(temporary)
Spring Street Elementary School, Shrewsbury, MA
Thank you for joining us once again this
school year with your production of Greek Mythology for Kids II.
We look forward to your coming each year with quality productions
of classic literature. Everything about your productions is exceptional.
You also never belittle the intelligence of the children, your audience.
Keep us informed about your productions for next year.
~ Sharon Peterson, Special Events Chairperson
The Chapel School, Bronxville, NY
Thank you for the wonderful performances
Todd and Shannon presented for Topsail Elementary School in Hampstead,
NC. I was not able to attend but everyone who did raved about the
performances. The fourth graders were especially thrilled as they
have been studying Greek Mythology for the past month. We look forward
to hearing about your upcoming programs and hope you will be able
to return for years to come.
~ Lyn Keating
Topsail Elementary School, Hampstead, NC
Yesterday the students at The Oxford Academy
were treated to one of the most delightful and educational assemblies
it has every been my pleasure to witness. The Hampstead Stage Company
performers, Samantha and Michael, performed Greek Mythology for
Kids II for ninety students in grades kindergarten through eighth
and every single student was utterly enthralled with the presentation.
The legends of 'Hercules' and 'Jason and the Argonauts' were presented
with such joy and creativity that our students were captivated by
the stories unfolding on the stage. You and your troupe have our
sincerest thanks for offering this type of educational vehicle to
the students of The Oxford Academy, furthermore you should be congratulated
on your selection of performers. from the moment Samantha and Michael
arrived at the Academy to the moment they departed, the conducted
themselves as consummate professionals. Our students were very receptive
to the comfortable and natural interaction that these two wonderful
young people created. All of the faculty at The Oxford Academy look
forward to having the Hampstead Stage Company return to our school
in the near future. Thank you again and please pass along our praise
and thanks to Samantha and Michael.
~ David J. Twiss, Jr., Director of Music
and Drama
The Oxford Academy, Northborough, MA
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