Chanda Hall

Review of Oregon Children's Theatre

My two daughters had a phenomenal experience in th...

My two daughters had a phenomenal experience in the classes for 4-7 year olds, and I can't say enough good things about Teacher Amy! Amy LaRosa is a total gem. It is rare to meet a teacher who is so well-versed in both theatre-making and child development. You either *get* where little ones are in their development, or you don't. Amy not only *gets* it, but she can meet them where they are and enter into that joyous, creative space with them.
She brought out wonderful confidence in both my girls. They are two very different little people, and I loved seeing how she approaches each kid in the class with kindness and respect for where they are in their growth. My 4 year old literally FLOATED out of class one time, and as we bounced around the neighborhood waiting for her older sister to be done, she said "Teacher Amy really knows FUN. She makes it SO FUN for us!" This from the little girl who has never enjoyed or even stuck it out through ANY class before. She loved being with Teacher Amy. She makes it a magical and substantive experience, and our family benefited.