What they're saying about The Laughing Classroom...

“The Laughing Classroom brought pure joy to our Little Gather program! Their energy was infectious, and the room was filled with laughter and wonder from start to finish. They captivated kids and adults alike with fun, interactive experiments and unexpected surprises. It was an unforgettable performance that left everyone smiling!”

- Nichole Cotter, School and Education Programs Coordinator for the Corning Museum of Glass

Photo by Lee O'Connell

"My children, age 6 and 9, participated in "The Air Show" presented by the Laughing Classroom. Michelle and Richard have built such a rapport with each other that their back and forth is natural. Their comedic timing kept my children engaged for the entirety of the program. The educational content of the show was very informative and presented in a kid friendly way. Through the use of live experiments and examples both of my kids were able to take something away from the show. My 6 year old was talking about the show days later; remembering that the red and blue tears of the students caused Richard's beard to turn purple when they did an air displacement experiment. I would highly recommend anyone who has the opportunity to see the Laughing Classroom to watch. They will learn and most definitely laugh!"

Kacey Gergel

Associate Director

C.I.D.S.

"The Laughing Classroom's Literacy Show is a must see! The show is literacy based and aligns with Next Generation Learning standards. My students were engaged and attentive with this interactive show. There were many opportunities for student volunteers to help Loopy the Clown read his story and earn his official clown nose. The pure joy on my students' faces showed how magical this live performance was for them."

Missey Church
Kindergarten Teacher
Riverside Elementary School

"Our BOOST kids (and teachers) thoroughly enjoyed “The Literacy Show” Richard was highly entertaining and talented. The kids were mesmerized by his attempts to follow the directions and perform the tasks necessary to become a clown. I felt it was key for Richard to demonstrate that he needed to figure out exactly what the directions were instructing him to do and to have to try a trick several times. I heard a few, "You can do it! Don't give up!" from the audience. Important message to send to our kids! A rising 2nd grader said to me at bus dismissal, "I want to get a book to practice to be a clown!"

Carrie DeLeone

Primary Reading Teacher

Riverside Elementary, Elmira, NY

"The Laughing Classroom's Literacy Show is an entertaining, educational, interactive show for young students! Richard and Michelle incorporate bright costumes and fun props, along with magic and tricks to engage students with a strong focus on literacy concepts. My students and I loved the show, one boy shouting as they left, “Can you come back every day?” We need more educational experiences like this that make learning fun, meaningful, and memorable! I highly recommend The Laughing Classroom!"

Beth Winsor

Kindergarten Teacher

Diven Elementary School

"I would highly recommend Richard and Michelle (Laughing Classroom) for making smiles happen at your assistive living or long-term care home. Both were highly interactive with all residents. A mixture of clowning, joking, magic, and a touch of thinking skills which entertained our residents for days after their visit. A team effort to make our resident's day brighter and full of joy. Give your residents a few hours of pure entertainment with Richard and Michelle."

Patty Mesko, Activity Director

Chemung County Nursing Facility

The Laughing Classroom was a delightful performance meant to amuse and excite children, and even sneak in some reading to keep children involved. I liked that when Loopy was looking at clothes, the children were allowed to help choose what he would wear for the whole performance, and they laughed so much! A teenaged boy whispered to me that he was really surprised at how much his little brother was "getting into it," and even though they were tweens he and another boy had as much fun as the kindergartners and toddlers. Loopy and Miche spoke clearly yet gently and guided the crowd through a terrific experience.

Heidi L. Robinson

Director

Wimodaughsian Free Library of Canisteo