'...As time goes by I become more and more in awe of your formidable character—head strong, fiercely intelligent, honest and forthright and such a capacity for compassion. A truly inspiring individual! I am so grateful for the opportunity you have given me to be a part of Ithika. Your steadfast commitment, passion and myriad skills will always be admired and respected...'
Sarah Ryan

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'...I really like working with you, your style of direction is just fantastic, your intensity is uplifting, your directness is refreshing (really refreshing!) and your vision is at a professional level! This isn't just superlative, I really do mean that every day I get to work with you and this great crew is a learning experience I'll cherish...'
Nathan Bell

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'... It was a treat to work with you—thank you for sharing your imagination, your thoughtfulness, and your brilliant efficiency...'
Peter Fitzpatrick
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'... Arcadia has been the most amazing experience. And although I've said it to her on the sly, I think I should say it here too: I love the way Sarah directs. She's so easy to work with... Huge learning curve this show, and I think that's largely due to her...'
Rik Johnson

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'...I can honestly say that you are the most committed and effective director I have ever worked with—one of the main reasons this show is going to be such a success is because of you. You allowed each person, no matter how little they may appear in the show, to discover a character. For me, this made me feel confident that I was contributing as part of the ensemble—and also made me put in as much effort as if I were a lead role (only without the stress of remembering lines and being looked at all the time)... Aside from being an inspiring director, you're also a really nice person.'
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'...For everyone involved in Arcadia it has been an opportunity to learn, to be inspired, to reach new heights and to shine... And really, when I think about it, all this is because of you. The whole show, Theatreworks, Comedy Festival, school groups, the whole "it's gonna be HUGE"-ness of it all is thanks to you. And from a directing point of view, I have been awestruck by the intelligent, creative and insightful way you have crafted the play and directed us actors, with maturity way beyond your years. You have inspired and amazed us all with your talent, dedication and grace. It has been an absolute honour and a treat to work with you... I have learnt so much and had a ball doing it! Congratulations on a truly remarkable achievement, you should be extremely proud.'
David Palliser

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'...What a job you are doing/will continue to do with your passion. It doesn't need to be said, but you've taken a group of lack-lustre... performers..., who are disinterested by a mediocre script and a [lousy] process, and instilled them with hope through your inspirational leadership. Which leads me to...

Inspirational: Wow! You've met the challenge and made people CARE. Really care. You've shown a group of amateurs what it takes to kick butt and live 2 1/2 hours of life that they/we cannot possibly imagine or comprehend. Through your amazing direction, we're really gonna pull this off I think.

Did I say...

Amazing? At the same time, you've bullied your way through a solid wall of established patterns of laziness and bad attitudes to make even the most repugnent beanie boy want to impress you.

The show owes you a huge debt of gratitude. Thankyou, thankyou, thankyou.'
Chris Blain

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'... Peter O [Oyston] always said internalise first. I think you are winning that battle. This show would not be without you. You pushed us when we needed to be pushed and always for the good of the show, which is why you hold my utmost respect. Thank you for your guidance and help throughout rehearsals.'
Natalie