"The program was fantastic, and many parents commented to me that their children talked about it with excitement at home. My principal told me that your program was "enriching" for our children and of course, I agree! She said she overheard some of our young students say that when you came it was the "best day ever"."
-Barbara McColm, School Librarian, and the Marshall Stars, Fowler School District, CA

"Dear Mr. Borders, The students, staff and I thoroughly enjoyed your assembly last week. It was both entertaining and educational."
-Marion Madrigal, Prinipal, Jensen Ranch School, Castro Valley, CA

"I knew you were going to be funny and your puppets life-like because of what I had been told by my cohorts who saw you at Performers' Showcase. What I hadn't expected was for your show to be so educational at the same time you were entertaining us. Your JUNGLE TALES/IMAGINATION VACATION trip around the world was simply wonderful."
-Carolyn Potter, Fairfax Library, CA

"Best puppet show I ever saw!"  - 7 year old

"The show was a hit! The students enjoyed the puppets and I enjoyed and appreciate the theme, Books are a treasure."       -Mr. Ballou, 6th grade teacher, BCM Elementary, Elk Grove, CA

6th grader comments:

"I loved it because I think it was like TOTALLY hilarious because it was very funny & every 6th grader enjoyed it & I would love to go & see one of your plays/puppet shows again.  -Yekatherina

"I liked the ventriloquism and the jokes. It was good. It was funny."

"The most funny part was when the bear was acting."

"I liked the whole show  1.The ventriloquist act   2. The magic tricks  3. the jokes  4. the theme of reading books."

"My favorite part was the magic." _____________________________________________________________

"You were voted by an overwhelming majority of our services librarians to be best of show at the recent (2004) Performer's Showcase in San Leandro..."  -Celeste Steward, Contra Costa County libraries

"I recommend Tony Borders' Ventriloquism and Magic as a lively and interesting approach to teaching students about the dangers of cigarette smoking."  -Hugo Blaney, Healthy Kids' advocate

"...so educational at the same time you were entertaining us. Your JUNGLE TALES / IMAGINATION VACATION trip around the world was simply wonderful." Carolyn Potter, Fairfax Library

"Dear Mr. Borders,  We just wanted you to know how much we appreciated your coming to our school and presenting the wonderful puppet show.  I know the students loved it because of the attention they paid.  I also thought your message was wonderful and hope it made an impact on them.  Again thank you from,"  -Mrs. Dondlinger & Room 10, Marshall Elementary, Fowler, CA

"Tony made a big impact on our students. His program supported our Drug Prevention efforts perfectly." -John Caligiuri, Vice-Principal Chenoweth Elementary, Merced City Schools

"Tony Borders always presents an outstanding performance. Students and staff look forward to his visit. This is the fourth year we've invited him back! Every program is top notch and gives a positive message to our children. Tony receives an A+ in our book!"
-Nancy Winn, Student Council Advisor, Sipherd Elementary, Modesto, CA

"Tony Borders 'Magic Ventriloquist' provided a wonderful assembly. Students from K to 5th grade enjoyed the humor while learning valuable lessons about friendship. Students and teachers agree-It's one of the best assemblies we've ever had!"
-Mary luBarron, Principal, Jacobson Elementary, Tracy, CA

"We have invited Tony back three years in a row for his positive and proactive messages to children.  Parents and staff comment on the value of the skills he presents to children and ask, 'When is he coming back?'"  -Paul Kuehn, Principal, Sipherd School, Modesto, CA

 

"The show was great and I really do think that books are a treasure. You are right about kids never reading enough.  I would love to have you do it again." -6th grader

"I loved when you used the puppet Peter Pan to get his shadow back."

"I liked your show because of the jokes. The puppets were very funny."

"I enjoyed watching your show even though we didn't get a pizza party. And books are fun to read because you can visualize what you're reading about."

"It was hilarious!"

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"You were wonderful! We would have you again in a second!"  -TJ Swain, Lum PTA

"Your focus on friendship and kindness was very timely and much appreciated. I especially enjoyed the way that you managed to incorporate so many audience members into your show. You used both individual volunteers and the entire audience at times. It was also obvious how much the children enjoyed the mixed media of your performance.  Puppets, magic, storytelling, and music, oh my!"       -Brendle Wells, Carmichael Regional Library, CA

"He was incredible!  I loved the show."  -Vicki L., teacher, Citrus Elem, Chico, CA