Some Applause in print:
Also be sure to check out our Facebook reviews
"Bravo!!!..
What a great show, spontaneous verbal eruptions
followed by contagious laughter."- Milta V,
LaughCrafters:Comedy Improv audience member "I've studied in their improv class sessions for three
years now and can contribute immense growth on stage,
with confidence, character building, and so much more,
directly to them. Not only that - classes and these
humans are a joy and a huge stress relieve. I highly
recommend both classes with them and attending their own
performances and checking out some of their sketches
posted around the interwebs." |
"I have had the opportunity to work with the Phantom
Sheep as instructors for classes ranging from
kindergarten to adult. I have also worked with them as
puppet consultants and performers and I can not speak
any more highly of them! Easy to work with,
talented, and fun!"- Becca Coolong, Springfield
JCC "...Just a note to thank you for your professionalism for Nutrition Jepardy in March 2004. Again, it was a great success and we will see if we place again for most creative nutrition promotion [ed note: they did! 2nd place nationally!] It is such a pleasure working with all of you. ...I look forward to working with you all again! Thanks for doing such a great job!"-Dianne Sutherland, UMASS Aux.Services |
|
| "Just wrapped up my second session with
Phantom Sheep Players. Not only have I learned about
improv, but in a broader sense, I've learned about
character developement, listening on stage, and working
with your scene partner. These are invaluable lessons in
the world of theatre and acting and I can't reccomend
their classes enough. Special shout-out to Eric, Tommy,
and Jeff, for being the leaders of this great troupe."-
Josh |
"These classes are a lot
of fun and you learn stuff painlessly about yourself and
how to react to, collaborate with and support others. I
have brought several "newbies" in and all have been
welcomed warmly and uniformly were happily surprised at
what they accomplished"- Simon, improv class student |
|
"I have taken a few classes with Phantom Sheep, and I have loved every minute of it! The classes are a great way to enhance your improv skills in a judgement-free setting. The instructors are very kind and supportive, and they have helped me to step outside my comfort zone and build confidence. I would highly recommend taking these classes, especially if you love to laugh!"- Lexi Oliver, WMass News |
"I'm
currently in my second session of classes with the
Phantom Sheep Players, and it is one of the best
investments I have made in myself. Even in a
short amount of time, I have learned so much about
improv and have a newfound confidence in myself.
Additionally, these classes are a great way to
relieve stress and are something to look
forward to on Mondays. Working with the troupe and
other classmates are an absolute joy, and everyone
is always supportive of each other."
|
|
| "Have been taking classes with Phantom Sheep for about two years now, and have seen tremendous growth in my comfort on stage, as well as generalized confidence. Eric and Tommy run a professional class at a great rate!"- Adam | "GREAT SHOW!!!...I loved how well you
guys play off each other, you all looked like you were
having a lot of fun and nothing was forced,
awesome"- Frank, LaughCrafters Improv audience member |
|
|
"Boy oh boy. If Laughter is a mandatory ingredient in your life, as it is mine, check out Comedy Improv Classes through Phantom Sheep Players...There are nights with this group that I laugh so hard I snort, shriek and bend over howling. This class is for any level of experience. The troupe gently pulls you into the fold. It's a wonderful learning experience on so many levels. I am learning about myself, my relationships, my strengths and weaknesses. There is freedom to screw up without feeling like crap. Cost is wicked reasonable. I can get that info if anyone is interested."- Betsy |
"Last night I took an improv class that
ended up being so much fun and I haven't laughed that hard
in a very long time! Thanks to Eric for creating a safe
space for me to come out of my shell"- Lauren |
|
| "The 2007 Holiday DVD is easily the most cleverly conceived of the three DVD's produced thus far. Everyone puts up hilarious performances and the concepts are just extremely clever (sorry for using 'clever' twice, but it's the best way to describe it). The Three Wisemen/Stooges meets the Marx Brothers was downright genius, but with that, I'm not discrediting the rest of the acts. Look for the Tommy Lynch "Ooo Carolers!" clips... they'll blow your mind. Awesome job everyone, thanks for the laughs. "-Chris G, Boston, MA | "Just watched the '07 DVD, and its amazingly done. My
favorite parts were the Geek Alphabet (it was especially
funny because a few times I guessed correctly what the
next letter would be, beacuse I too, am a geek.) and the
skit with Racheal Ray and Julia Childs. The humor is
delightfully inapproriate, and certainly put me in mood
for Christmas."-Rachel L, E.Longmeadow, MA
|
|
| "On behalf of the board of trustees and library users of Abington, I would like to thank you for sharing the LaughCrafters Comedy Improv with our young adults...We appreciate all your hard work and would welcome the opportunity to have you back again. Thank you for bringing such a wonderful program to our library." - Deborah G, Director, Abington Library.
|
"Great Show! Thanks for the much needed Holiday cheer!"-
Kat "This was an extremely well-done presentation. It
was entertaining for all age groups. In addition,
the three puppeteers were wonderful as they interacted
with our grandchildren after the show!"- fan mail for
PWP "I just wanted to tell you that my friends absolutely
loved the show (LaughCrafters) last night...that's all
they talked about at dinner afterward and again today"-
Catie S. "You guys are so funny!...It looked so good!"-Erin |
|
| "...The two characters were simply amazing! They engaged every person in the room, old and young. They took volunteers several times throughout the show and took great pains to choose kids and adults of all ages. Props and costumes were colorful and their voices and skit was packed with energy....It was fun to see them include jokes for all age levels also, as this made it much more enjoyable for the adults attending with the children."- SID, Inc. (Mayhem Mission) | "The Show was Incredible!-for kids AND ADULTS. Disney
quality performance and creativity. LOVE IT!...They were
so talented and entertaining. Thank you!"- Fan letter re:
PWP
|
|
| "The highlight of the entire Frightfest was a new energetic show that appeals to all ages cleverly written and directed by Eric Boucher- Graveyard Groove, a Monster Revue" - Stephanie Csaszar, AXS reporter. "[our group] had a great time last night and really
enjoyed your performance. I think you tailored the
program to the audience well...I couldn't think of
a thing to change"- Ken, ESMW (LaughCrafters client) |
"Very Enjoyable. Lots of Laughs"-Stanley, Brockton, MA
"This Show was very well staged and really engaged the children. Lots of Fun!"-Wanita, Hanover, MA "You guys were so funny! You'd be a hit in Europe!"-after ASA LaughCrafters peformance.(Thanks?) |
|
| "I've seen a lot of other groups before, it was nice to see good improv again"- DJ Daniel Sevelt | IT'S A BLAST!!! This is the most fun I've ever had, and I feel that I'm learning important skills. I feel more confident about myself, and I know that I can thank Improv for that. Plus I've made some new friends." -Jennifer, a PSP improv workshop alum | |
| "F***'n Hilarous!" -Draya "Last night was awesome! So much fun!...can't wait to see what you guys do next year!" -Brie RE: LaughCrafters Holiday Show. "Thank you so much for doing such an awesome program with the teens. The students that I spoke with had a great time and asked if we would be able to have you return to the library."-P.Brose, Westfield Athenaeum.
|
"Great show last night! I think my favorites were the "Blue Man Group" and the "Waking Scrooge", with "Flute Hero" a close third... Fantastic job Eric, Tommy, Zippy, Seymour, and Jeff!!!!!!" - RE: LaughCrafters Holiday Show Screening event "Your career area always peaks interest with the students and you have a great way of telling it like it is. We have been able to offer this program only because of giving professionals like you"- Elaine Devine, Monson High School re: our participation in Arts & Media Seminar |
|
| "Our own Yoda of sorts, the Phantom Sheep Productions
Improv troupe. Thanks to their workshops, we
acquired the skills we need to successfully make fools of
ourselves without making complete fools of
ourselves"-Steve, "Puce Tomato Gods" student troupe. |
"Overall, [our class] got to know each other better, and felt comfortable working with themselves and each other. They also learned how to think faster on their feet."- Andru, WSH improv workshop student | |
| "...we had a great time! We learned so much
about how to feel comfortable and confident in front of
a group and how to make improvisation fun and
entertaining! Again, thank you for a wonderful
experience!"-Sarah, ASA "It was a huge success...and a lot of the success is
due to the great personalities of the emcees! You all
were fantastic!" -D.Sutherland,UMASS (Mealionaire)
|
"....After All one off the shows Dead Legends Live! featured comedy and songs from actors dressed as Elvis Presley, Marilyn Monroe, "Mama" Cass Elliot, and Frank Sinatra. I really didn't think that a kid Noel's age-she turns 10 in a few weeks- would even know these icons of American show business, much less appreciate the grim parody song of 'I'm All Dug Up,' sung to 'I'm All Shook Up.' It brought a tear to my eye when Noel turned to me and said that Elvis was the 'king of rock and roll.'"- G.Michael Dobbs, managing editor, Springfield Reminder | |
| "Just wanted to let you all know that last night's show was my favorite by far! ...Also, I enjoyed the proverb game as well, very interesting and definitely one I'd like to see at another show. I am declaring myself as Tommy's # 1 groupie: I laugh everytime he opens his mouth! It was a great show for all !!! Mullet Shampoo Rules! -Kelly, LaughCrafters audience member" | "Los Angeles has its Groundlings,
Chicago is famous not only as the Second City, and
Saturday Night Live will always be 'Live from New York.' But
someday, if the gods of sketch and improvisational
comedy are kind, [Western MA] will be known as the
birthplace of Phantom Sheep."- Karl M. Rexer, The
Republican |
|
| "...your stage show at the Women's Club was great... You are a funny and talented group!"-Martha G. (LaughCrafters audience) |
"The cast was a lot of fun and the show was very interactive.." |
|
| "Wonderful Show! But even more, they were fantastic
with kids" |
"Thank you! That was the most exciting Friday night I've had in a long time....you guys were awesome!" - Jason Y., after attending his first LaughCrafters Show. |