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Press Reviews

"Musical ‘George M!’ Sparkles" - Patriot - News, Pennsylvania
"... those who feel that patriotism is in short supply these days, ‘George M!’, a flag-waving musical if ever there was one, will hearten and cheer."
Ted Merwin, Theatre Critic 

 "Orphan Sings Again" - Daily Herald - Fox Valley
"... Annie Warbucks can stand on it's own ... audiences will leave the theater humming the catchy tunes ..."
Cheryl Chojnacki, Daily Herald Correspondent 

"Sequel to 'Annie' " - Woodstock Independent
"...
Annie Warbucks ... is a delightful story ... Everyone in the cast contributes to a fine production. The orphans are all adorable ... The orchestra was excellent ..."
Lisa Kelly, Theatre Critic

"'Chad Morton's TV Christmas Miracle' has the makings of a Village Players classic" - Wednesday Journal
"... I enjoyed the production and hope it becomes a frequently revived Village Players holiday staple...This new show, original and fresh, definitely has further potential ..."
Doug Deuchler, Theatre Critic

"Jekyll and Hyde. 4 Stars. This show was like watching the Broadway of community theatre" - Nicoth.Com Online Theatre Resource
"... The show flowed from the moment the pit conductor began the opening sequence. ...this has been one of the best theatre shows I have ever seen."
Todd Vincent, Theatre Reviewer 

"Encore's 'Oklahoma' is stately" - Pioneer Press
"... Randy Steinberg's orchestra is on and presents the Coplandesque score almost clinker-free ..."
Owen Petard, Theatre Critic 

"Gallery of stars shines in '42nd street" - Pioneer Press
"... Also deserving mention are music director John W. Miller and his excellent
orchestra ..."

Renee Enna, Diversions Editor

"Elgin group's 'Forum' is indeed a funny thing" - Fox Valley Overnight
"... the musical direction of Peter Davis (and his band) captured perfectly the pace of Forum, and enhanced the action with clarity and a light touch ..."
George Rawlinson, Special to the courier news

"Encore scores big hit with 'Man Of La Mancha'" - Pioneer Press
"... Randy Steinberg's orchestra sounds as sharp as they come ..."
"... An impressive 30 piece orchestra that supports a fine group of voices in the key roles ..."

Rick Moser, Theatre Critic
 

Comments

 "... Ray, you are a wonderful addition to the group - a great percussionist ... willing to do whatever it takes to enhance the music - or the show - in general. I'd work with you again anytime. " 
Betsy Stemple - Music Director, Woodstock Musical Theatre Company

 "... Ray, Thank you for joining with us again. You add so much to every show. Hope you will join us again. " 
Judy Sheehan - Director, Rising Stars Theatre Group 

" ... Ray, it's always such a pleasure working with you. Thanks for your help, support and friendship ... " 
Ann Dunn - Founder / Executive Producer, The Rising Stars Theatre Company

"... Percussion Ray. Awesome, Waving, Mystery Man Award. Ray, having you on the drums really made the music spackle. Thanks so much for giving us your time and talent ... " 
Erica Dabrowski - Director, Footlighters Theatre Group

" ... Ray, thanks for drumming for 'Chad Morton'. You add a lot to the show ... " 
Doug Long - Director, Village Players

" ... Ray, you sound Great. Really enjoyed the added effects, like the Bird Whistler ..." 
Kathy Conry - Director / Choreographer, Allenberry Playhouse

" ... Ray, thank you for your time and work on the "Fantasticks".Enjoy the run ... " 
Sandy Marshall - Producer, Metropolis Performing Arts Centre

"... Ray, thanks for keeping the show up "beat". P.S. - Love the Bongos ..."
Kara Wilkins - Director, Bartlett Park Players

" ... Ray, I can't thank you enough for all your help with the show. Couldn't have done it without you. You, Randy and Judy were the icing on my cake and really made the show worthwhille ..."
Dianne Gent - Music Director, Bartlett Park Players

" ... I have received many compliments about the quality and excitement that the orchestra generates for each show, from the cast members as well as the Encore Theatre management ... " 
Randy Steinberg - Prairie Center Encore Symphony Orchestra Director

"... Absolutely the Best Theatre Orchestra that I have ever heard ..."
Linda K. Williams - Woodstock Theatre Director

" ... This is by far the most impressive orchestra I have ever heard. The orchestra really forms a tight ensemble with the singers on stage ..."
Tom Ventriss - Director with Elgin, MOS, BOB and other theatre groups

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