WHAT KIDS SAY...

Jessica Stephens Senior Paper, 2007 Academic and Social Benefits of Participating in the Theater
Jessica was involved in many productions throughout elementary, middle, and high school on Lopez Island.

From the Kyoto International School, Kyoto, Japan:

"I like the Taming of the Shrew because you can act it out. I liked acting out the story because of the humour in it. I had to try and act like Kate and it was a real challenge."
--Daniel Levy gr. 7 13 years

"The image of Shakespeare is quite old for me with ancient words which would make it to hard to understand. But the Taming of the Shrew was different. The relationships between the different kinds of characters were very funny. It wasn't so close to our lives but I got the feeling that it wasn't that unrealistic either."
--Rika Honda gr.7 13 years

"The taming of the Shrew was fun to act out because it was a comedy. All of the characters were strong and humourous. Sometimes I didn't get some parts by reading it, but I understood them by acting them out. I really enjoyed this play. "
--Selina Woodham gr 7

"This is the first time doing a play. I really liked practicing and remembering the lines. I am not good at saying the lines clearly, but I helped the group with ideas and action. This was one of the best times at school."
--Ragnar Travner grade 6

"This is one of my most favorite Shakespeare's plays. It is full of comedy, humour, romance, and it's really enjoyable. I'd like to do a Shakespeare play again."
--Luke Fujii gr. 7

"I really enjoyed acting in the Taming of the Shrew, especially acting out Kate. It is very hard to express her feelings, but it's interesting and fun to think what Kate is thinking or felling. I love the scenes when kate is like a shrew. It's crazy, but it's awesome too!"
--Anna Ishihara grade 6