WTS Fans
“[The We Tell Stories show] Let Them Eat Books
was incredible. Very high quality. It was well received and everyone
seemed to fully enjoy the show. In addition, the performers could
not be more pleasant or professional. You are a true joy to work
with.”
Kate Realista
Director of Performing Arts Operations, Saddleback College
“That was the best acting I ever saw in my
10 years of life.”
—CRYSTAL, 4th grade
Children’s theatre such as We Tell Stories
provides motivation, inspiration and cultural pride which are vital
elements in a child’s quest for self-esteem and direction. I am also
an enthusiastic supporter of a program which encourages
self-expression and dialogue about the human condition especially as
it relates to children.”
—Mayor Antonio R. Villaraigosa
"I have been familiar with the outstanding work of this company
since their early performances over 20 years ago. They have long
been a part of the Los Angeles Unified School District's auxiliary
programming and have contributed immeasurably to the cultural
literacy of our students."
— ROBIN LITHGOW, Theatre Advisor, LAUSD
“We Tell Stories...brings high energy, sensitivity and playfulness
to the stories they share with our Zoo’s visitors...we would
recommend them to all educators who love good storytelling.”
—CINDY WALLACE, Curator of Education, Los Angeles Zoo
“Through drama, humor, and a keen sense of storytelling, the cast of
three performers consistently holds their young audiences
spellbound.”
—SUSAN PATRON, Angeles Public Library
“...comedy, excitement and seemingly accidental education. Almost
from the beginning, the troupe breaks down any illusion of a wall
between themselves and the children. The idea is to tell stories by
playing and pretending as children do on the playground.”
—TOM PROVENZANO, Los Angeles Parent Magazine
“I know my students enjoyed the performance a great deal because no
one made a peep...how rare a rapt eight year-old audience is.
Congratulations!”
—LINDA D. MELLANO, Teacher
"Storytelling is so much more effective for children than just
reading a book. it provides teachers with some more creative ways to
bring literature to life, to make selections more comprehensible to
students. Also this program would be great to use to reinforce
stories that have been read or to prepare students for stories to be
read!"
—Teacher, Parthenia Elementary School.
"It is such a delight to see the joy in the children's faces when
they come out of the auditorium after one of your performances. The
actors consistently do an excellent job and are able to handle
children with ease."
—SUZIE BOGLE, Group Sales Manager, Alley Theatre, Houston.
“I can’t tell you what a boon it was to the Playhouse to find We
Tell Stories. We invested a great deal of time and energy searching
for appropriate programming for K-6th graders. We feel that We Tell
Stories fit the bill perfectly with Let Them Eat Books. It is an
engaging show that brings to life favorite literature and poetry in
an accessible yet intelligent manner. I’m hard pressed to say who
loved it more—the teachers, their students or the Playhouse staff.”
—PATTI SARANIERO, Director of Outreach & Education, La Jolla
Playhouse
“The infectious enthusiasm of the troupe captured the entire
audience, encouraging them to sing, laugh, and even shout along with
the different story plots...When the last story had been told and
the clapping had ceased, there were smiles everywhere as people left
the building to go about the rest of their day with positive,
uplifted spirits.”
—LYNN WILLIS RODMAN, The Culver City News
“You guys should be millionaires for being good at telling wonderful
stories.”
—STEVEN, 3rd grade
“We Tell Stories is a place to be if you want to be anything...it is
also a good place to learn many things.”
—TERESA, 5th grade
“The opportunity to participate adds to the anticipation and
enjoyment. The energy and enthusiasm of the actors is compelling and
contagious. I feel totally transported into the scenes of the story.
I’m sure the girls are equally entranced.”
—IRENE YOSHINAGA, Troop Leader, Brownie Troop 676
“I would like to congratulate the efforts of We Tell Stories as they
continue to provide inspiration and cultural pride to all the
children in our communities.”
—RICHARD G. POLANCO, Senator, 22nd District
