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Index
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An illustrated talk by
David Houston
The
history of celebrations of Romantic Love
David Houston
Literary Entertainments written and directed by David Houston “GREAT SCOTT, AND ZELDA” Plainview/Old Bethpage Public Library, Aviva Crown, Cultural Program Specialist: "The enchanting 'Mr. and Mrs. Fitzgerald' performed beautifully in the very literary, very theatrical play. Our audience was mesmerized, so intent were they on catching every word." At Brentwood Public Library, Joy Tepedino, music professional: “The dialog was so well written you actually felt that you were taking a glimpse into Scott and Zelda’s private conversations. I’ve always been a Gatsby fan, and I feel closer to its creator after having seen this. Obviously I really enjoyed the play.” Debbie Starker, in "Deb's Web" Internet Theatre Newsletter: "Steve Corbellini and Melanie Lipton are perfect as the Fitzgeralds. David Houston has done a masterful job of researching, writing, directing, choosing costumes, set pieces & music, etc.” The Mineola American: "The main event was the live one-act play ‘Great Scott, and Zelda,’ which dramatized a day in the life of Fitzgerald and his wife. Everyone who attended had a wonderful evening at the library" “LILLIE ALONE” Port Washington Library, Jessica Ley, and Program Coordinator: “Our audience loved the play and the performance. It’s a great addition to the Literary Entertainments that I’m sure will continue to inform and entertain for years to come.” Jericho Public Library, Phyllis Cox, Program Coordinator: “I feel privileged that we were among the first to see LILLIE ALONE. Mary Ellin Kurtz did a splendid job, and the play is delightful. When the applause finally ended, I kept hearing, 'It ended too soon!’" LILLIE ALONE premiered, as a climax of Women’s History Month, at East Meadow Public Library, where library personnel and audience members said that the play was “ingenious, beautifully written, literate, amusing, perfect for women’s studies,” and that the performance by Mary Ellin Kurtz was "subtle, passionate, wry and versatile" as she bounded from one character to another, and even “amazing.” “THE DICKENS!” Queens Chronicle, Mark Lord, Reviewer: "The simplicity of the presentation allowed Houston to be the main attraction. With great precision, he used a variety of voices and subtle changes in body language to depict the various characters. . . . ” Oceanside Public Library, Judy Feldman, PR/Program Coordinator: “Mr. Houston made character transitions so smoothly that the words and meanings flowed, giving the audience an opportunity to savor these works. The diverse selection, comedic and dramatic, provided insights into the period and society as well as relationships and individual characters.” Opera News Lincoln Center; Contact Louise Guinther: “A lifelong fan of Dickens, I was thrilled to encounter so many beloved figures in the flesh, precisely as I had always seen them in my mind's eye. I enjoyed every minute of it.” Port Jefferson Free Library, Barbara Sussman, Program Coordinator: “A wonderful reading of Charles Dickens stories. The audience enjoyed it, and I'm already looking forward to next year." “MARK TWAIN: TELLING TALES” Port Washington Public Library, Jessica Ley, Program Coordinator: “A wonderful performance in what promises to be a valuable series of literary entertainments. The unusual biographical and essay material was delightful. It was the perfect kind of entertainment for a library or school.” Mineola Memorial Library, Charles Sleefe, Director: “I was very impressed by the performance and the selections for reading." Locust Valley Library, Kathy Jones, Program Coordinator: “The audience commented on the professionalism and appreciated a very entertaining evening."
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