Testimonials

About Our Shows

“We attended the Saturday performance and we thoroughly enjoyed every moment. It was wonderful…The person who played Laura was absolutely wonderful and had a marvelous voice. I just want to say for me that there will never be another Laura (Melissa Gilbert), that can play the role better than Melissa did. From a little girl to grown womanhood, she has been wonderful. Now to see her playing MA was terrific.” – Grace A. Messineo, Fairfield NJ - on Little House on the Prairie  

"My friends and myself have been subscribers of the Papermill Theatre for many years. Yesterday, we enjoyed the funniest showing of The Full Monty. Everyone laughed and laughed. It was wonderful. We continued to laugh all the way home. The actors and actresses were fantastic. It was done in very good taste. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to next season’s shows.” – Frances Petrone - on The Full Monty  

“I think it was very well done…it takes some serious talent to make a story we all know by heart and make it thrilling and suspenseful, as though we don’t know the outcome.” – skrigs - on 1776 

“I was unexpectedly moved and gripped by an uncommonly well-crafted musical. It’s a must see.” – VanSchenck - on 1776 

“I thought this production was superb, especially James Barbour’s “Molasses to Rum”-I had chills.” – terrip - on 1776 

“The production was wonderful and, in spite of the modest orchestra, they were ably capable . I would recommend coming again for another production.” – anonymous - on 1776

“My friends and I saw 1776 this past Saturday. While we generally like what we see at Papermill, some shows really stand out. 1776 was one such. We absolutely loved it. As one of my friends put it, ‘ if they had taught history like that in school, we would all have a much better understanding of events in much less time!’” – Natalie B. Hakim - on 1776

“Sir: My wife and I saw Master Class this past weekend. Would you please communicate to Barbara Walsh on our behalf that we found her performance to be sensational, dynamic and extraordinarily memorable. Thank you for bringing this gifted actress to Paper Mill.” – Sam Reiken, Montville NJ - on Master Class 

“I attended your production of ‘Master Class’ last evening with six friends. It was magnificent. Barbara Walsh’s performance was riveting.” – Mrs. Mary Carrajat, Cranford NJ - on Master Class 

“WOW What a performance. Please convey to Barbara Walsh how impressed I was with her performance. To essentially carry the dialogue of the entire performance (and also including Italian no less!!!) was nothing short of spectacular. Her portrayal of Maria Callas was insightful and moving. I have been a subscriber for a good 10 years and this is the first e-mail I have ever sent you. Barbara Walsh deserves nothing less!!” – Thomas A. Ewing - on Master Class

“I had the good fortune of seeing your final dress last night, and was profoundly moved by the performances. Each of you gave a clearly delineated, honest portrayal and the voices were stirring. I count myself lucky to have seen you! Your work reminded me of why I love the theatre and provided me with an impetus to go to hear an opera soon. Thanks for all your hard work and inspiring performances.” – John O’Creagh - on Master Class  

“What an amazing performance !!!!! We were all stunned by the high caliber of the actors, the settings, the costumes…the students were raving about the performance all the way back to school” – Jane Freeman - on The Importance of Being Earnest 

“I just wanted to tell someone at The Paper Mill Playhouse what a pleasure it was to see the play. Everything from the stunning set of Act I to the costume design was visually thrilling, and the acting was outstanding. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, and I left the theater grinning from ear to ear.” – Miriam Zahn - on The Importance of Being Earnest 

About Education

“This past year our daughter, Missy, participated in the Musical Theater II class…she received excellent technical instruction, in a warm and encouraging environment…The availability of a high-quality theater education program so close to our home is invaluable to us. Thank you for running the Paper Mill Playhouse education classes.” – Shari & David Dreier

“I believe these programs benefit our children in developing confidence in front of audiences, builds their self-esteem and a sense of pride. Their participation in the theater program enables them to transfer the acquired skills to other areas of their social and academic life….Thank you for providing the variety of classes offered at Paper Mill Playhouse Education Outreach Program. Your program is a creative outlet for our youth of today.”- Anna Ortiz-Rivera

“We can’t believe how fortunate we are to have such a wonderful school so close to our home. The school has a wonderful reputation, which we found to be well-deserved after our daughter studied there this year…We cannot say enough good things about the Paper Mill Playhouse Theater School and we look forward to working with the school for many years to come.” – Debbie & Kenny Kerner

“I am writing in support of the wonderful education department at the Paper Mill Playhouse. My daughter Melanie Harrison has participated in the Paper Mill programs for many years and the experience has been invaluable.”- Shari L. Harrison

“My wife and I cannot tell you how much we enjoyed that performance last night. It was spectacular, from the set design, to the costumes, and more importantly the duration of the play was perfect. To use a line form a child’s story ,’Not too long, not too short, it was justtttt right’. I think Sarah’s grandparents enjoyed it even more. Sarah was radiant all night after the show. I would love her to continue in your program.” – Bob Competiello