Feb
23
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Saturday, 23 February 2008 |
The Miracle on Monroe Street" played to back to back packed houses at First Night Morris County.
Dr. Lynn L. Siebert, Artistic Programmer writes, "Dear Jennifer, The puppet drama was a rare and moving treat. Thanks so much for being part of the evening."
Levine returned for the second year in a row to share "The Miracle on Monroe Street" with an enthusiastic audience of sixth-grade classes at Grover Cleveland Middle School in Caldwell, NJ.
In addition to these youngsters, there was a contingent of 27 college students from Montclair State University present, included by special invitation. These future teachers, representing a variety of disciplines, came to experience the power of drama in the classroom setting.
"Miracle" clearly demonstrates the way one immigrant family's story brings a complicated and compelling subject to life.
"We were fascinated by the way the arts can really enhance history." said Monica Taylor, PhD, Associate Professor of the Department of Curriculum and Teaching at MSU.
Both graduate and undergraduate students felt that the show was an incredible learning experience," "It is an excellent teaching tool," added Dr. Taylor.
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Jan
15
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Montclair Fund For Educational Excellence (MFEE) Grant recipient |
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Tuesday, 15 January 2008 |
Jennifer Levine recently received a Discretionary grant for The Miracle on Monroe Street project from the Montclair Fund for Educational Excellence. Levine will be collaborating with Naomi Kirkman, a third grade teacher at Bradford school in Montclair.
The program will include a pre-show workshop on the immigrant child, the "Miracle" performance, and a puppet-making session which encourages the children to explore unique immigrant roots and culture.
"I hope that the project will heighten awareness among my third graders about their family history," said Ms. Kirkman, who noted that the class has been learning about Ellis Island and immigration issues.
"The kids seem to be fascinated by the notion that we are all immigrants. I think that "Miracle" will bring to life in a powerful way the story of one family's experience," noted Kirkman.
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Oct
26
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4 Stars in Time Out New York |
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Friday, 26 October 2007 |
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Read our review of The Miracle on Monroe Street from Time Out New York! |
Aug
20
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Monday, 20 August 2007 |
Written by Mary Hilton from Newbie NYC
One of the greatest things about mining hundreds of New York Fringe Festival offerings is chancing upon an unexpected theatrical gem. Such was the case yesterday with The Miracle on Monroe Street.
Not that I didn't expect the play to be delightful - I'd met creator,
writer and puppeteer Jennifer Levine and her joyous energy let me know
I was in for fun. But I had no idea that I would be so moved by the
magical tale of her Grandmother's experiences growing up on the Lower
East Side - and told through handcrafted puppets.
But moved I was, as well as tickled to full-on laughter, as were adults and children alike at the near-jam-packed Studio @ Cherry Lane Theater.
We were taken back to the early 1900's to the childhood of Grandma
Pearl and her mischievous younger sister. When the youngster steals a
local baker's treat and escapes to a tenement rooftop, it is left to
Pearl to steer her fate after she tumbles from on high - to become a
Miracle Child.
In Europe, puppetry is a revered and respected craft, considered high art. Levine elevates it to such in The Miracle on Monroe Street,
presenting her beloved creations with an ever-so-subtle breath of life.
The story itself is beautifully universal, timeless and important, and
explores New York City's immigrant experience as well as the bonds of
family, beauty of forgiveness and role of religion in times of tragedy.
When
the play ended, I was left desperately desiring further adventures of
the delightful Pearl. Levine has said she envisions the piece as part
of a trilogy, and we can only hope that she continues with this
remarkable artistic vision. Shows continue on Sat 18 @8:30, Tue 21
@7:30, Sat 25 @8:30 at the Studio at Cherry Lane Theater, 38 Commerce
St. Get tix in advance! |
Aug
04
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Education Conference in Atlantic City |
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Saturday, 04 August 2007 |
Jennifer will be a featured presenter at the New Jersey Education Association conference held this October in Atlantic city. Her workshop is hosted by the New Jersey Association for Gifted and Talented.
Jennifer Levine presents:
Teaching Family History Through Puppet Drama – Bringing the Past to the Present!
Jennifer will help participants explore new approaches for engaging students in the immigrant experience and family history in this interactive workshop. Come view a live performance and learn to make puppets come alive by incorporating puppetry into your curriculum!!
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