Audience review
- "REKINDLE CINEMA"
It was so fun to see the movie you and the kids made! I was quite taken at the
enthusiasm the kids and the seniors had for the project. I'm sure the film was a
great lesson to the kids as to what it was like to be an American boy or girl in
the early 20th century. The vignettes
were VERY inventive and funny, and totally evocative of what the early silent
movies were like. I really congratulate you on your ability to capture that era
and have fun with it.
Jeanne Andersen, St. Louis Park Historical Society
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"THE LITTLE PRINCE" (Minnesota Fringe 2010):
Must see!
It's quite unique to see actors who are that young
at a Fringe show and I thought that the children
were very well coached and acted quite professional
in a great ensemble with adults. I also join
compliments about live music, costumes, and the program!
Caroline Nelson
- I thought the play was faithful to the book. It was
very well acted by what must be the youngest troupe
the fringe has ever seen!
David Spencer
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"THE ROAD OF LIFE":
I was absolutely stunned by the story of the
Leningrad Siege, and how you were able to bring it
to life with so few props or effects.
Michael Burgoyne
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"THE SLEUTH SISTERS" (Minnesota
Fringe 2009):
These kids do a great job! Congratulations to
a group of fine young people doing a good show in a
novel way
Christopher Kidder
- Staged as a radio drama with sound effects
(including Theremin use!) and good music; talented
children actors; the show makes you use your
imagination a lot too. Do not miss it and bring your
children!
Megan Schulman
- "THE CHILDREN'S REPUBLIC":
I saw "The Children's
Republic" play and I thought it was marvelous. Prior
to seeing your play, I knew almost nothing about Janusz Korczak. I left the theater appreciating him
and his message so much, feeling like I had been
there. All the actors were great, but the children,
in particular were amazing. They really seemed to
inhabit their parts, and the story, and that was
quite beautiful and moving - really brought the
story to life in the message it shared about
children.
Margaret Rog, Public relations for arts &
community
- ON
TOUR PERFORMANCES:
Our Festival was completely enchanted by your children
actors. We all hope
you will consider a return trip next year.
Richard
Albert, Renaissance Faire Director, Michigan
About Classes
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Harmony Theatre really respects kids and helps
them to be who they want to be.
Rebecca
Rechkin, Harmony student
- I love to do improvs and other acting exercises
in class, learn to play the guitar and compose
music, run theatre lights, write scripts, make films
and go on tours to perform!
Steve Salgan, Harmony student
- I adore this place. They write original stuff.
There are no auditions. The kids don't have to try
out. There's no stress and the shows are amazing.
I really consider it a part of my daughter's
schooling. They're doing serious material; they're
reading and interpreting. It's helped her with
school; it's helped her with her confidence. But
more than that, it's like a family here. It's a
truly wonderful place.
Daron Dolynchuk, parent
- Since our daughter
has started Harmony's classes, in many senses we do
not recognize her anymore: she became more
organized, responsible, and confident. I really
think Harmony's classes foster empowerment and help
bring out the best in our children.
Lyudmila Pekurovsky, parent
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I really enjoyed attending your open class. Besides
getting a chance to see my daughter and the other kids
perform, I was impressed by your style which was relaxed
and encouraging while offering constructive criticism.
It's very difficult to make teenagers feel good while
pointing out how they need to improve, but you seemed
able to bring the best out of these kids, continually
striving to push their talent while building their
confidence in the process.
William G. Iacono,
Ph.D. Professor of Psychology and Law, University of
Minnesota


