HEAR WHAT TEACHERS HAVE TO SAY:
I would like to congratulate you on your fabulous show that you presented to our school for our Italian day! You were enthusiastic and entertaining and involved the students in your travels around Rome! The show was brilliantly presented throughout, being bilingual and educational in all aspects and your energy throughout was highly infectious, especially with your teaching of the song so the students could join in and your riding of the Vespa!!!The students talked about the show the rest of the day! Grazie once again and we look forward to hearing and seeing more of Claudia’s adventures around Italy."
(Maria, St Annes PS Seaford)
On behalf of Marissa, myself and all Marymede staff we wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for the fantastic Italian incursion that you organized. It was an experience that I will treasure for a long time, and I cannot thank you enough for making it happen.
The entire event was a true immersion into Italian culture, and I appreciate the effort and thought that went into planning it. Every aspect was incredibly well-executed and enjoyable.
What made the incursion even more special was the passion and enthusiasm of Michelle. Her knowledge and love for Italy was evident, and it was contagious.
Please convey my appreciation to everyone involved in making this Italian incursion a success. It was a delightful journey into the heart of Italy, right here in our own community."
(Christine, Marymede Catholic College)
Vacanze Romane was a wonderful show, and weeks later the students are still singing out the songs and imitating riding the motorbikes! They particularly loved its interactive nature, and the vibrancy of Michelle’s performance. As teachers we really valued the authenticity of the language, its suitability for Preps through to Grade 6, and the accuracy of the presentation of the life of Roma. Bravissimo!
(Helen and Leann, Watsonia Nth PS)
We were so happy to have Spectacular Spettacolo come to our school with their interactive show “Vacanze Romane!” We were able to do some quality teaching around some of the concepts of the show. These were sent in advance and so the students didn't go in blind. Students and teachers loved the show. Claudia (Michelle) has such a wonderful energy about her. She's fun, she speaks clearly and engages the audiences expertly. Our preps to grade 6s all loved the show so much. We can't wait for next year! The incursion also gave us an excuse to dress up in Italian theme. What fun! Grazie mille."
(Nathalie, Cannon Hill SS QLD)
I just want to thank you so much for your performance! It was great to finally be able to have Michelle come out and perform for us! Michelle, you were fabulous! The children had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed your show. The interactive participation throughout the show was fantastic and very engaging…The teacher’s resource pack sent out is such an invaluable resource! It has so many practical and fun language, art and interactive activities to do with the children and can be used both as a preparation for and follow up performance resource.
Also today I did an evaluation/reflective activity with some classes and they stated that they loved the storyline of Claudia going back in time, through the time machine and visiting the different cities and experiencing their particular features. They wanted to sing and act out the ‘Dammi il Cinque’ song, which we did and thoroughly enjoyed. I think it will become one of our Italian repertoire favourites!
I will certainly be spreading the word about your great show and very professional theatrical service.
Grazie e buona fortuna!”
(Anna, Holy Name Reservoir)
Ciao Michelle,
Molto grazie for your fantabulous ‘Dammi Il Cinque’ show today! Our year Foundation, 1 and 2 students and teachers had so much fun participating in the songs, dances and learning Italian vocabulary. Students were saying how much fun they had when we were on Yard Duty. Thank-you for the link to the google drive photos.
Thank-you for providing such a wonderful gift to all students with your vibrant, joyous and energetic performance!
Have a lovely FriYAY! We hope to see more shows from Spectacular Spettacolo in the near future.
Musical Regards,
Sylvia and Dina
(Sylvia and Dina, Templestowe Heights)
The children truly enjoyed the show. It was an amazing performance. You are truly a fantastic performer. The show was entertaining and interactive and very appropriate for the age group”.
(Angela, Holy Sprit Thornbury)
Mille grazie to the Spettacolo Spectacular team for the wonderful “Dammi il Cinque” performance. The students had a blast and enjoyed dancing, joining in songs and participating in the action. Students and teachers alike learnt a lot about the five Italian cities and the whole show was very well balanced. Everyone who attended the show (and a teacher passing by!) were really impressed with the quality of singing. The teacher’s pack I received was full of very useful resources. Having it in advance gave me the chance to acquaint the students with the songs too. I think I can say on behalf of Baden Powell College, we look forward to the next brainchild of the SS team!”
(Baden Powell College)
The students absolutely loved Time Warp Part 2 -Dammi il cinque. They couldn’t stop talking about the show, they absolutely loved it. They loved the singing, dancing and being part of the show. They are very much looking forward to seeing Part 3 next year. The staff also said it was a fabulous show. Keep up the great work. “Time Warp” has captivated the students at St. Mary’s P.S Ascot Vale. Compliments to you and your staff.”
(St Mary’s, Ascot Vale)
Our Italian day was a success and the show was definitely a highlight as many have said it was their favourite part of the day. Thank you for a great performance and great songs that cover different styles of music while teaching them about Italy.”
(Resurrection School, Keysborough)
Carissima Lea, I am just writing to say a huge grazie for your great performance. The kids loved every single moment…they found your show excellent…they are making me play and dance along with the songs with them all the time! I love it too and I think you girls are wonderful! All the best and please keep me posted for any show coming up!”
(Milton State School, Brisbane, QLD)
Just a short note to say what a great afternoon the children had. The comments from the other teachers and the parents were very positive. Your performance was nothing short of enthusiastic and very professional. I will definitely keep you in mind for our next Italian Day in 2013!”
(Holy Spirit, Thornbury)
Thank you for a fantastic show. You were dynamic, fun, entertaining and energenic. The high level of participation by the students was amazing. I had lots of positive feedback from teachers and students. We were all astounded at your level of energy and your amazing voice. I heard the students singing Time Warp in playground even the following day. I would also like to thank you for being so flexible. Ben fatto!!!!!!! I wish you all the best for the new show.”
(St. Bernard’s Primary School Coburg)
Absolutely fantastic show-full of energy! Children were totally engaged and loved it. I received great feedback from our teachers who watched the performance. Well done!”
(St. Paul’s Kealba Catholic School)
Che spettacolo davvero!!! Non me l’aspettavo cosi`. Era uno show familiare (per le canzoni che conosciamo dal CD) ma anche MOLTO differente a quello che pensavamo. Straordinario! You must have felt very loved by our school (deservedly so) also because we’ve had ‘shows’ before (my kids are tough critics, believe me) and now we’ve had the BEST! Please continue to make shows like this to appeal to school children. Time Warp was a pure celebration of Italian (and Italian history and culture) – it does not deride it in any way. It was refreshing to behold!”
(St. Mark’s Primary School, Fawkner)
The show was absolutely fantastic. I have been a teacher for over 25 years and have seen many Italian school performances. Yours was refreshing, it had all the kids-even the big cool year 6 boys and girls moving. It was great to see shows that didn’t rely on Italian cliches, sarcasm and stereotypes. Thanks again for a great educational, engaging, vibrant and enthusiastic performance. Keep up the great work.”
(Inner city schools LOTE camp, Creswick)
Thankyou very much for your fantastic performance for our Italian day! It was entertaining and the children were engaged and encouraged to join in the whole time! Your voice is amazing! All of the teachers enjoyed the show too. Thanks again!”
(Mt. Evelyn Primary School)
The show was highly interactive and kept the children engaged. They really enjoyed the participation; each child got the opportunity to sing along and dance. It was educational and very well presented with passion and energy. It was great to have a show where all the songs were totally in Italian. The resource pack was extensive and certainly helped me prepare my children for the show which enhanced their understanding and enjoyment.”
(St. Joseph’s Primary School, Northcote)
Please forward my thanks to the girls for yesterday’s show. The corridors are still echoing with the catchy songs as the children get back to reality. Would you believe it’s the boys doing just as much of the singing and dancing as the girls! They loved the loudness of the ‘Time Warp’ and were eager to use their magic whoosh hands in Italian today…They had lots of fun.”
(Mentone Park Primary School)
