Cruise Lecturing

Comments by Seabourn Cruise Line Passengers

"Exceptional. You should clone this woman whose generosity of spirit and positive vibes fairly shine from her eyes. If I were positive Tamara would be on any cruise, I'd be more likely to book it."

"Magnificent individual. Most knowledgeable and helpful and innovative. Real fun."

"Top of the line. No request was too small for Tamara to graciously provide."

"I would give her a 10+ just for being on board--what a delight! Would
make a great Assistant Cruise Director."

"So warm, knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. A wonderful addition!"

Comments by Professional Puppeteers

"If I have brought anything of value to an audience or a fellow performer, it is the gift of a seed that Tammy sowed in my heart in my first efforts in theatre for children. Tammy's treasure is her enthusiasm for who she's with and the full potential of what's being done. She receives you at 110%....10% more than you even thought you had."
     Francis Kane, Muppet Puppeteer

"I am most grateful to Tammy for helping me build a solid foundation in theater, children's theatre, and puppetry; and for encouraging my independence and growth as a performer."
     Pam Arciero , Sesame Street Puppeteer

Clasroom Teachers

"Tamara Hunt was a bundle of energy and kept everyone entertained and informed. She has sparked so much interest in drama and theatre in my students."
     Janice Riordan, Kwajalein School, Marshall Islands

"The children really enjoyed your Puppetry Class. Your well planned curriculum fostered their intellectual, physical and creative skills,
as well as enhanced their realm of experience. Mahalo Nui Loa for your support."
     Teachers at Iroquois Point Elementary School, Hawaii

Comments by Theatre Educators

"Tammy Hunt is the Mona Lisa of the UH Theatre Department. It's that smile, too, that taught me how to be a supportive educator."
     Dan Kelin, Education Director, Honolulu Theatre for Youth

"Everything looks different when you are in Tammy's world. You begin to believe that you can change the world, and make a real contribution. My years were a whirlwind of new classes, projects, and productions under Tammy's wing. Her ability to motivate went far beyond the classroom and stage into very corner of my life."
     Reiko Ho, Drama Teacher at La Pietra School in Honolulu, Hawaii

Comments by Librarians

"Dr. Tamara Hunt is exceptionally skilled in engaging a large audience of preschoolers, babes in arms and roving toddlers in a lively combination of puppets and favorite fingerplays, nursery songs and rhymes. A number of the moms commented on her very beautiful smile and genuine warmth for the children despite the large attendance and crowded room. I would highly recommend her program for anyone with preschool story hours.
     Mrs. Nyla Fujii-Babb, Children's Librarian,      Honolulu, Hawaii

Comments by University Administrators

"Dr. Hunt has admirably sustained her brilliant teaching record in the department. Glowing comments from her teaching evaluations give a clear indication of how enthusiastically her teaching is received by her students. Dr. Hunt continues to maintain and enhance her outstanding work in Youth Theatre. The program is nationally
acclaimed, and has international stature as well."

     Dennis Carroll, Chair, Department of Theatre and Dance, University of Hawaii

Comments by Workshop Participants

"Tamara delivered ideas with creativity and real excitement that I couldn't help get swept up in it...."

"There was lots of inspiration presented in a wonderfully accessible style. Now I'm jazzed to go and make puppets and use them in my storytimes. Thank you."

"The dynamic presenter and rich materials were fabulous."

"I liked the relaxed atmosphere, the amount of information contained in a short amount of time."
     Teachers in Fairbanks, Juneau, and Anchorage, Alaska