Gary and Mary Beth at WGVU's Morning Show with Shelley Irwin.
Media Links
Read Captain Art Walker's blog about Love Letters. http://captainartwalk.posterous.com/love-letters-performed-by-gem-theatrics-shine
Hear a live radio interview with Gary and Mary Beth on The WGVU Morning Show with award-winning host Shelley Irwin. http://www.wgvu.org/wgvunews/index.cfm?id=tmsdetail&sty=13998
Grand Valley Lanthorn feature article tells of the journey to produce My Dearest Friend, by Mary G. Kron.
http://www.lanthorn.com/index.php/article/2011/11/gv_alum_to_bring_abigail_adams_to_life
What Grand Rapids, MI audiences are saying about My Dearest Friend...
"Mark and I were in the audience for the Saturday matinee performance of My Dearest Friend. The script and performances were SUPERB. Thank you!" Frances Gentile, actress and theatre patron.
"It's we who should say 'Thank You' to you and Mary Beth, and of course to the extremely talented author, Ms. Mary Kron. You have collaborated to create a breath-taking piece of theater magic. I for one was honored to witness it." Sharon Hayes, actress and theatre patron.
"I enjoyed the production immensely; it was both entertaining and enlightening: great wit, great passion, great insights into two people whose humanity has been blurred by lore and legend. Yours and MBQ's portrayals were outstanding: great connection, great honesty, great pathos. . . [M]y heartfelt admiration for a brilliant piece of theatre. It's very worthy of a wide reception in theatres across the country." Eric Dawe, actor, director and author of AENEAS: Last King of Troy.
Testimonials
“Gary and Mary Beth are absolute professionals, and their dedication to the art and craft of theater is matched only by their wonderful talent. I’ve worked with Gary on many occasions and his ability to work a crowd is amazing. I would strongly recommend Gary and Mary Beth for your party or event. They are fantastic!”
Todd Lewis – Owner Ransom Note Entertainment.
“This dynamic acting couple’s interpretation of Love Letters will touch your heart, amuse you and may bring a tear to your eye. Gary Mitchell and Mary Beth Quillin first performed this production at the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre where I had the privilege of being their director. These two actors are true professionals and their performance of this play was outstanding. Since then they have performed this play for other organizations and their performances have become even more rich and appealing. I wholeheartedly recommend this beautiful play performed by these excellent actors. It will be an event you won’t soon forget.”
Penelope Notter – Associate Director, Grand Rapids Civic Theatre
"Gary Mitchell and Mary Beth Quillin are two very accomplished theatre artists and professionals. Whether they are performing or teaching, Gary and Mary Beth deliver with a dynamic, yet thoughtful care. I hold them in the highest esteem as professionals and am always captivated by their performances whether as a director or audience member."
Bruce Tinker – Executive & Artistic Director, Grand Rapids Civic Theatre
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