Robert Rivest

Literacy and Mime

 Comedy Shows

A to Z Literacy is an amazing synthesis of movement, imagination, and laughter. With a different mime story for each letter of the alphabet, Robert Rivest highlights the joy of reading and the magical world of books. From Apple to Zoo, each member of the audience is learning, laughing, and fully engaged. Robert Rivest’s quick moving mime stories explore a wide variety of interesting characters, humorous themes, and intriguing settings.

 

Picture this, imagine that: read!

 

This super silly celebration of reading takes the audience on an exiting journey through  the alphabet, reminding everyone how important,

fun and entertaining it is to read.

 

Robert Rivest’s playful, easy going manner inspires children of all ages.

They eagerly try out their new mime skills during several exciting Interactive pieces .

 

Audience participation stories include:

Imagination Station,    Library Maze,   Follow the Leader,   &   My Favorite Book.

 

 

 

Runs 45 minutes for schools, 60 minutes for libraries and family shows

 

A shorter, “just for fun” version of this program called The Alphabet show is also available .

 

 

 

 

Age Appropriate Shows: Pre-K- 2, 3-6, Best with 175-225 students

 

“All-School” & Family Audience versions limit negotiable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REVIEWS

 

“A to Z Literacy completely captivated our audience. Robert’s journey traveling through the

alphabet filled the audience with laughter.”

Andover Elementary PTA Enrichment Committee, CT

 

“We were so delighted with Robert Rivest’s performance. It’s wonderful

to find someone with such tremendous talent who relates so well to kids.”

Jane Babcock, Director, Hadley Libraries, MA

 

“The children and adults had a blast!”

PTO Chair, Center School

 

" Your love of reading and learning new information through books came through loud and clear.  The way you combined mime movements with verbal commentary was very successful. It was a perfect show for a library! 

           You gave a whole new dimension to the art by adding a brief verbal introduction to each of the 26 short alphabet pieces, and the inclusion of lots of volunteers was a great way to keep the large audience involved. 

 

           From A to Z, you had the kids and parents fascinated and thoroughly entertained.  Thank you for the outstanding show - we hope to have you back soon."
Mary Proudfoot, Librarian, Brookfield Library, CT

" The feedback from both students and parents was great! Everyone enjoyed the show."
Dr. Allen Osborne, Principal, Snug Harbor School, Quincy, MA

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Literacy Alive is a quick moving fun-filled enrichment program that gets older kids excited about reading. Robert Rivest comically illustrates the joys of reading everyday. His humorous celebration of literacy has been a huge hit with upper elementary, middle school and family audiences. Robert Rivest’s mastery of mime, theater and improvisation quickly engages children, teens, and adults, and keeps them actively engaged throughout the entire program.

 

Treasure Reading!

Dig deep and reap the rewards!

 

 

Robert Rivest inspires even the most reluctant readers with his insightful,

well crafted presentation of aspects of literature we often take for granted.

 

 

Robert’s humorous mime stories offer crystal clear examples of :

 

Plot   •   Character   •   Setting   •   Problem    •    Solution

 

Beginning   •   Middle   •   End   •   Comedy   •   Drama

 

 

This festive celebration of reading and writing is so exciting

nearly every hand goes up for Robert’s playful interactive pieces and

his hilarious renditions of students’ and teachers’ favorite books.

 

 

Age Appropriate Shows: 1-5, 6-8, 9-12 Best with 175-225 students

 

“All-School,” Adult & Family Audience versions limit negotiable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reviews

 

“A terrific show—everyone loved it. All feedback was positive for this highly artistic, very

educational program. Literacy Alive has wide audience appeal.” Brook Stevens, Storrs Library

 

“Robert Rivest’s Literacy shows bring full circle the concept of reading and writing a story. The children are laughing while important concepts are reinforced. The shows are just as enchanting to teachers. Fantastic for everyone!”

Diane Skoparantzos, Co-Chair for Read Across America Program

 

“Students were entranced, mystified, and fascinated with your stories, movement, and humor. I can’t think of a better way to wrap up our year long ‘Reading is Fundamental’ program.”

Liz Newell, Dryden Memorial School

 

“Robert Rivest was funny, warm, and engaging. We got a lot of compliments the next day. His comic celebration of reading had the whole audience laughing. He was really great.”

Deborah Sandford, Youth Services Librarian, New Jersey

 

“Very well done! Robert’s interaction with the children were extremely positive. Mr. Rivest was entertaining, professional, and truly engaging for children and adults.”

Phyllis Feldman, Asst. Principal, Lakeville School, Great Neck, NY

 

 

 

Elementary Schools often do 2 shows: A to Z Literacy for Pre-k - 2 & Literacy Alive for 3-6.

Middle schools often do 3 literacy Alive shows (one for each grade.)

 

Both programs are a fun way to promote reading while enjoying a good belly laugh!

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