Testimonials
What the audience and professionals are saying about Vicky
Kindergarten – 5th Grade Programs
“To a person there were rave reviews… The assembly was high interest, educational, and marvelous entertainment.”
“All of her presentations were age appropriate… during her folktales she wove in math, science, and other learning concepts. Vicky was a very positive and enthusiastic presenter. She held the students’ interest the entire time… one of the best storytellers that we have had in quite a while.”
“Vicky Town was amazing! She was such a captivating performer… the kids were on the edge of their seats the whole time!”
“The boys were excited to discuss each story and what they envisioned. Since the boys were so impressed by Vicky’s talent for storytelling, they wanted to read a story and tell it to the class.”
“Many teachers commented on the useful strategies Vicky imparted to them during the classroom sessions, and the students themselves were anxious for opportunities to write down their stories.”
“Your connection to curriculum is outstanding…….and your stories are delightfully entertaining!”
“The faculty at our school agreed that yours was one of our best assemblies this year…..your use of your theater background along with your teaching knowledge makes for a wonderful combination in sharing your gift of storytelling.”
“I think she is the best performer that we have had… a joy to deal with … prepared, professional, and wonderful with the children and staff.”
“The best part was watching the kids’ faces as they listened and interacted with you. They were spellbound!!!!”
“Vicky can capture an audience of 15-100 children all at once. That is an amazing characteristic to have, especially in this day and age of technology… Her stories fit into any reading curriculum, and she will also provide you with ideas that you can use in your classroom.”
“Her diversity, energy, and ability to include the students in her storytelling is exceptional.”
“She captivated both our staff and student body with her riveting style of telling stories. Rarely is such a wide range of children so quiet and mesmerized by a single performer.”
” I just love listening to you and am captivated by your talent. I know my students are excited as well……..You have touched so many lives with your storytelling, especially mine, Vicky!”
Residencies
“She has the ability to bring out talents in children like I have never observed in a professional……….. I would describe her work as transformative.”
“For Vicky, being a storyteller is more like a calling than a job, and she conveys that spirit to everyone who had the privilege to work with her.”
“Vicky Town is a master teacher who has trained hundreds of our young performers… Vicky is dedicated, reliable, energetic, fun, detailed oriented, and works well with both students and peers.”
“This workshop culminated in a public production… the audience loved the performance. The children excelled under Vicky’s tutelage. The Arts Council, the library staff, and the Theatre Guild were all very pleased with Vicky’s professionalism. She was very accommodating and easy to work with.”
“She is a great, caring teacher … whom children trust and perform up to their potential and beyond.”
Libraries
“Your stories were phenomenal! The kids are still talking about how great it was.”
“She is a terrific storyteller whom children take to and cherish… But to me what makes Vicky Town such a treasure that every library and school ought to share is that passion and spirit she brings to everything she does.”
“…an advocate for public libraries in Delaware County as well as a friend to the children and families in our county… An essential part of Ms. Town’s program is a public relations “commercial” for public libraries. She encourages her audience to apply for a library card and… to check out books… and how increased circulation may have an impact on funding for libraries.”
Middle School and High School
“… exemplary classroom management skills… professional staff was thrilled with Vicky’s willingness to tailor her sessions to our curriculum. The consensus from them was that our storytelling visit was more than entertainment: it truly enhanced our educational program.”
“… she enthralled the middle school students with stories that contain important messages that they need to hear … It was truly a delight to see Vicky’s instant rapport with students of all ages.”
“She has a knack of connecting with children of all ages from preschool to high school as well as all racial, ethnic, and social backgrounds.”
“Her class… was one of the top rated classes of this year’s program by both her students and her peers. Her class was bold and innovative, and brought her students to new levels of thought and ability. I found her expertise to be matched by only her enthusiasm and her easy going personality.”
“She’s fun, zany, creative, supportive, encouraging, and just… spectacular. She has created a program that teaches children to come out of their shell and take risks though game playing… the skills that she teaches allow every student to be successful, to stand more confidently in front of their peers for the rest of their lives.”
“Vicky Town is the storyteller the boys ask to see come back. It doesn’t matter if they are in First grade, Eighth grade or an Upper School Senior……..The faculty always marvel how Vicky can teach and tell and the boys laugh and learn during every performance!”
Adults
“During every show the residents find a chance to reminisce, laugh, and simply enjoy the afternoon.”
“In the long term, I am certain she gave these students, who will be our future teachers, additional skills which will make them better teachers. The immediate result is that she has given them a means of personal growth.”
“I haven’t laughed like that for a long time!”
“Her passion for the performing arts is contagious and her ability to adapt the arts to different circumstances has benefited the community for many years”
Residencies for Adults
“I didn’t realize I had such a wonderful life!”
“At least once a week, someone tells me how much they learned from your workshops… your skill at working with elders helped them build self-confidence and gain experience in retelling folktales from a variety of cultures… and helped them identify and develop personal stories in which they could then tell to groups of children or adults.”
Conferences
“Vicky’s presence is exciting, and she makes a tremendous impact with her passion and enthusiasm.”
Being a Commissioned Playwright
“Vicky offers a variety of plays with flexible casting which are perfect for the classroom, competition, or performance. They are the perfect length for any age and the students love rehearsing them!”
Quotes from the Kids
” I liked everything, but most of all, just being with you.”
“We hope you come again, because you’re welcome anytime.”
“Your visit stands out as a highlight. My daughter came home retelling all your stories and wanting to make up and tell her own.”
“PS Storytelling is as good as love”