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“I was completely blown away with the Platypus Theatre show “How the Gimquat found her song”. I have heard nothing but great comments from the teachers about the way we are able to incorporate music education in a fun, entertaining and interactive way. If we continue to use brilliant artists such as Peter Duschenes coupled with our fantastic orchestra, it could only mean great things to come by planting a seed with this next generation of music lovers. Congrats to all!”
– Laura Weber, National Arts Centre Orchestra

“The production was beautifully written and beautifully performed. It had all of the elements I look for in children's concerts: great orchestral repertoire with the focus on the music and the orchestra, an engaging story and quality acting and presentation.”
– Jim Bartsch, Education Director, Minnesota Orchestra

“Superb...kept the audience enthralled...both magical and educational. A successful combination of drama, good repertoire, subtle education and entertainment. It's always a pleasure to re-engage a company that consistently brings productions of the highest quality to our symphony.”
– Roberta Smith, Director of Education,
Toronto Symphony Orchestra

“I've played for countless young-people’s concerts and found your production to be the most entertaining and interesting one I've ever seen. I can't imagine a symphony in North America that wouldn't benefit from working with the folks at Platypus Theatre. Bravo to you and your capable staff. Thanks for providing a valuable and unique product to the symphonic market. May you continue to be more and more successful – and hurry back to Utah!”
– Kenny Hodges, Musician, Salt Lake City

“One of the rare times I have conducted a family concert where the reactions among children, parents, and orchestra musicians were all equally enthusiastic. The reasons are plain enough: Platypus Theater combines a compelling story, beautifully presented with the highest quality music, resulting in a program which allows the orchestra to play what it plays best while enlightening and entertaining audience members of all ages.”
– Andrews Sill, Associate Conductor,
Milwaukee Symphony

“The show was fantastic. Exposing elementary children to classical music is not easily done. I love the way the program interwove the musical and dramatic portions. As a teacher with strong music and theatre background I can honestly say it was the best program and presentation we could have hoped for. Well done! I look forward to your next visit to Sagebrush Theatre.”
– James Clark, Teacher, Merritt, BC

“An incredible recipe that you’ve put together…Passion…
insight… humor… beautiful music… history…audience participation… all added up to a very successful performance!”
– Teacher, Minneapolis, MN

“The response was tremendous! The high caliber of performance and educational value in this production is unique in contemporary symphonic programming. In addition, the emotional attachment the audience had to the characters by the end of the show was such that there was not a dry eye to be found anywhere! I have, and will continue to give Platypus Theatre my highest praise.”
– Sara Moody, Director of Operations,
Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra

“I look forward to working with you again. A fabulous musical experience! First class... one of the most enjoyable productions for young people that we have ever featured”
– Alan D. Valentine, Executive Director,
Oklahoma City Philharmonic

“...entertaining, informative, beautiful and first rate in all respects. Fully professional, of high artistic quality, and extremely appealing to our audience and orchestra alike. We will definitely engage them again.”
– Ginny Garrett, Director of Education, Houston Symphony

“Saw your incredibly polished, professional show with my daughter yesterday and was delighted and moved by the story of searching, transformation and rebirth. The music was great too! P.S. I have never seen a performance that has moved me to write before.”
– Monica Fiederer, Victoria, BC

“We just wanted to write and say thanks for coming to Salt Lake with your outstanding show! We hope you will come back to our city in the near future with another one. They are so valuable for our children and the appreciation they gain for beautiful music and clean, fun and entertaining shows such as yours are much needed in our society today. We anxiously await your return. Thanks again!!”
– The Sommer Family, Kaysville, UT

“I’ve heard nothing but great reviews from other teachers, parents and students. The blend of storytelling and music was marvelous. Thank you!”
– Teacher, Minneapolis, MN

“My children were enthralled from beginning to end.”
– Parent, Minneapolis