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About Loren Kahn Puppet & Object Theatre
"We consider this artist [Isabelle Kessler] as one of the most interesting and leading directors in the European scene of the Theatre of Objects." --Madalena Victorino, Director of Centro de Pedagogia e Animacao, Lisbon, Portugal
"Isabelle Kessler, through different practices of theater art, has developed a special expertise in puppeteering, which gives her an entirely original place in the landscape of European creation."--Andre Curmi, Director, National Theater of Angouleme, France
"The response of the audience and media confirms the high artistic demand of a director who creates, with an international content and a unique language of form, a relation to the world around us." --Silvia Brendendal, Director of Die Schaubunde, Berlin, Germany
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About Insomnia
“Incredibly creative juxtaposition of media - shadows, objects, sound, puppets, words, acting. I am very interested to get back to the classroom and let students share their reflections and feelings.... A provocative, inspiring show. Thanks!” - Monte Vista School Teacher
“Gave me chills (in a good way). Full of surprises and “what’s next”? A lot of big ideas that we explore throughout the school year (justice, self-perception, etc.).” -Monte Vista School Teacher
“Thank you for taking the time to approach a discussion with our students! I believe you have opened their minds and they will continue to question what surrounds them.” -Dolores Gonzales School Teacher
“The performance was wonderful. It made the children think. We loved the symbolism, as it will provide food for discussion later.” -Eugene Field School Teacher
“I that it was a amazing play and it was well done. I liked how you used physical symbolism in the pillow case dreams and things you can’t reach, the picture frame family, your mom’s side and dad’s side, fabric pieces floating around, thoughts, pig human nature pills, temptation, coat society, scales of justice fair or not fair, light bulb, intelligence, weather vane mood. Thank you so much. That was the best play ever.” -Student
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About It's Time
"What a wonderful, novel form of expression. It stimulates the imagination and what a creative way to do so for children. Bravo!"
"The show was very entertaining and joyful for the children and adults. Please continue to show children that entertainment (live) goes a long way. Thank you."
"El show estuvo muy entretenido y los ninos disfrutaron el show. Los ninos tienen pocos momentos comos estos. Grancias por invitarnos."
"What a concept. Thank you! And the children were mesmerized. They asked questions about everything."
"I enjoyed watching the children during the show. They giggled. Our hyper kids stayed still and stayed intrigued. They had big smiles on their faces. I hadn’t seen our youngest child (37 months old) giggle and smile and be so involved. That made it worth it. It was ideal for the children. They saw concepts of sound, color and size, and can take this to the classroom; Liked the question session at the end."
"It’s my first time seeing something like that. Beautiful.... When I saw the sky, grass and umbrella, I remember my beautiful island, Puerto Rico. With this art, I transport myself to there. I love it. Congratulations and thank you."
"It’s all about hope! Thank you."
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About String
"This was a wonderful, imaginative experience for children AND adults. Thank you!"
"The performance was so simple and so rich at the same time. Very thought provoking—so open ended—sparkling creativity. I appreciated how the children were allowed to participate freely."
"Love the story and the props—wonder how, with all the experience you have with entertaining children, how the character can do some kind of “crowd control” with the kid’s energy. Today they were feeding off each other. They like to be scared, sometimes too, so I wonder if the character could scare them directly. Also feel like the character could be really loud or chaotic, or get lost in herself somewhere.... I found the piece very inspiring—for adults, and for me as a performer."
--Donna Jewell, Head of Dance, Department of Theatre & Dance, University of New Mexico
"It is so important for children to use their imagination. This gave them a wonderful opportunity to think, pretend, imagine, be playful, ask questions, be curious, make suggestions to the performer, and most of all, enjoy the movements. Thank you! Adults too were very engaged like the children!"
--Olivia Rivera, City of Albuquerque
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About Billy Goat Ballad
"What a wonderful delight for kids and adults alike. Brilliant theater and important messages throughout. Our world is brighter with such gifts as this ballad! Bravo!"
"A very entertaiing, funny and heartwarming production. - great for all ages and cultures."
"This show rocks! Excellent acting, props, story and performance. Viva live theater!"
"Unbelievable. The performance was creative, inspired, unpredictable, clever, subtle and executed with a stylish flourish. The goat puppet was beautifully crafted, the stage mechanics were smooth and flawless and the judge/weasel/rooster character did a remarkable job switching personas and staying in character. Thank you from the bottom of my heart."
"Absolutely awesome. Funny, smart, incredibly imaginative. Can be appreciated on so many levels. For kids and adults. Thank you for your fabulous work."
"Superb! Excellent puppetry (brilliant!) and acting. Great story. Very exceptional and creative."
"It was great. This is the second presentation I have seen by the Loren Kahn Puppet and Object Theatre and both wre magnificient! More, more!!!"
"Visually beautiful, very imaginative with delightful characters. Really liked the variety of elements, the range of feelings portrayed with honesty adn respect and the overall story line was engaging and touching. Very professional."
"Thank you very much for two very entertaining ,witty, humorous, fast-paced, delightful, funny, zany puppet shows! Our kids really enjoyed them (and so did we adults)."
"The puppet show was hilarious. Cornubek was funny in the show and the other puppet was very funny too. It was very interesting and the sounds were cool. The house was cool and the inside was cool too. Thank you for coming to Jemez Day School." -- a fourth grader
"I hope you come again and do another wonderful and amazing show again." -- a fourth grader
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About Peek-a-boo!
"The show was a little bit surrealistic, with humor, sharing the pleasure of feeling, breathing, and living...From her arrival on stage, the artist succeeded in captivating the attention of the children. The show has tremendously pleased the young spectators and care givers."
-- Dauphine Libre, Chomerac, France
"Even the three year olds could understand...they had magnificent fun with the surprise, the joy, and the tears which were hidden in the seven bags..., so alive that the smallest spectators were able to grasp it."
-- Isseburger Presse, Dreieich, Germany
"We feel so lucky that we were able to participate in this wonderful experience! The children were all captivated and loved every moment of the show!"
-- RCI kids & staff, Albuquerque, New Mexico
"My 12-month and 30-month olds were equally spellbound by this original performance. It’s wonderful to have a program for these young ages."
-- Parent, Taylor Ranch Public Library, Albuquerque, New Mexico
"What an extraordinary time for all. The kids were totally enchanted. You showed us what we long for - to truly play with abandon!"
-- Teacher, Harwood Art Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico
"Puppet masters Loren Kahn and Isabelle Kessler bring a score of emotions alive for the audience by interacting with objects -- paper bags, a cuckoo clock, a door, a big boot, and an unruly string."
-- Crosswinds Weekly, Albuquerque, New Mexico
"Instead of using puppets, the hidden performer manipulates objects that represent major concepts such as life, fear, heaven, and earth...The metaphors are surprisingly easy for children and adults to embrace...Peek-a-boo! deals with surprises, curiosity and joy..."
-- The Albuquerque Journal, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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About PUT A LIGHT ON
"This was great for our students. In a world where it is illegal to act on the street, and where there are over 60 channels on TV, this act was a breath of fresh air."
-- Teacher, Albuquerque Academy, Albuquerque, New Mexico
"A great beginning for future discussions with kids. makes me think, and think, and think."
-- Rick Miera, LADAC
"It was amazing. the symbolism was so meaningful and the humor was spectacular."
-- Student, Albuquerque Academy, Albuquerque, New Mexico
"The show was most artistic and surreal."
-- Teen audience member, Hogares, School, Albuquerque, New Mexico
"Put a Light On uses few words to provoke thought and laughter..."
-- Crosswinds Weekly, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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