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"PROPHETS
IS MARKED BY COURAGE AND IMAGINATION..."
I am very glad to have witnessed Brad Sherrill's compelling
and powerful performance of the prophets. As a student of the prophetic
texts, I judge that his presentation of them is on target and is
a faithful, evocative rendering of the prophets. Brad has used shrewdness
in selecting his texts, wisdom in weaving them into a compelling
unity, and imagination in letting the texts be felt and heard in
contemporary ways. On all counts, "Prophets" is an important
performance that will make a difference to many people who care
about the Biblical tradition and who care about the moral, social
crisis in which we find ourselves. "Prophets" is marked
by courage, imagination, and a passion for truth-telling."
Dr. Walter Brueggemann
(World-renowned Old Testament scholar and author of "The Prophetic
Imagination")
"SERIOUSLY,
JUST AMAZING."
Your use of imagery and sound in "Prophets" is closer
than I've ever experienced to exactly how projected video/images/sound
can BEST and MOST FAITHFULLY enhance a worship experience. I found
myself wishing that I'd seen this production as a part of my Arts
& Worship courses in seminary, that THIS is what my favorite
professor was talking about whenever we'd get into debates over
"using screens in worship." Seriously, just amazing. I'm
sure you've been told this before, but I'll add to the chorus: rarely
have I ever been witness to anyone getting the WORD in their body
the way you do. It's a privilege to behold. That's the main gift
you bring us.
Reverend Katie Givens Kime, Trinity Presbyterian, Atlanta
(Trinity
Presbyterian preview, January 2010)
"UNBELIEVABLE..."
After seeing the performance Sunday evening, I am in awe. The performance
itself is unbelievable, add the sound and pictures and I do not
have words to express how powerful it was.
Barbara Duren, Pastoral Assistant, Sandy Springs Christian,
Atlanta,
(Georgia Shakespeare premiere, March 2010)
"WOW..."
My
husband and I had the privilege of attending your play, Prophets,
this weekend. You and your technical person did a wonderful job
with combining the Old Testament with today’s culture. During
the entire performance I was waiting for you to proclaim the truth
of the Gospel and you did in a joyful, subtle way. May people of
all faiths enjoy your performance and may God get all the glory!
Felicia Harr, Atlanta
(Georgia Shakespeare premiere, March 2010)
"BRAVO,
BRAVO ..."
My wife and I were captivated by The Prophets' performance
last night. Will you be releasing a video of the images and soundtrack?
Again, wonderfully inspiring. Without a doubt, you are about the
"...Father's good business".
Tim Solomon, Atlanta
(Georgia Shakespeare premiere, March 2010)
"KUDOS..."
I was truly blessed yesterday (Palm Sunday) to witness
an extraordinary feat: your performance of "The Gospel of John"
at 2:30pm followed by "Prophets" at 7:30pm. Only a spirit-filled
actor could deliver four hours of memorized scripture in such a
short time frame with such passion and fervor. While Brad's energy
and zeal onstage were unflagging, Mark's faithful technical support
in the wings combined to deliver a powerful, timeless message to
those of us in the audience. The two of you are truly a modern-day
"voice in the wilderness!" May the Holy Spirit continue
to sustain you both as you use your professional talents and abilities
to spread the Good News far and wide!
Kristen Lewis, Atlanta
(Georgia
Shakespeare premiere, March 2010)
"A
POWERFUL PIECE OF THEATER..."
This is a really powerful piece of theater, also theology. The energy,
pacing, and transitions are brilliant. I also love the multimedia,
and I usually don't. I am grateful that as Christians we can see
the Isaiah prophecies foretelling Jesus. They change the tenor and
finish the story with a wonderful prophecy of fulfillment. Thanks...I
wish you the best as you continue this work.
Margaret Lombardi, Columbia SC
(Seven
Oaks Presbyterian performance, April 2010)
"WE
NEED MORE OF YOU IN THE WORLD..."
I saw Brad’s performance of Prophets at the Woods Memorial
Presbyterian Church in Severna Park, MD on Sunday night, 1/24/10.
I LOVED the production! How mind-boggling to memorize 1 ½
hours worth of verses! What a blessed memory! Thank you, thank you,
Brad, for devoting your time to bringing God’s Word to His
people this very special way. We need more of you in the world.
Judy Specht, Severna Park MD
(Woods Memorial Presbyterian performance, January 2010)
"INSPIRING
AND BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED..."
I was so happy to see the premiere performance of “Prophets”
at Woods Church last Sunday. It was inspiring, beautifully presented
by Mr. Sherrill and Mr. Hickman, and very timely. I was also proud
that our Rev. Elizabeth McLean had contributed her wonderful depth
of knowledge about Scripture.
Karen Olsen, Severna Park MD
(Woods Memorial Presbyterian performance, January 2010)
"STILL
THINKING AND TALKING ABOUT IT..."
My husband and I saw “Prophets” last night. We are still
thinking and talking about it and want to see it again. The visuals
contributed greatly to the meanings we were trying to have eyes
to see and ears to hear. Thank you for your wonderful creativity
using stage and “film” as the medium to convey God’s
Word originally spoken through his prophets. More importantly thank
you for being the medium in His hands.
Stephanie Donlan, Atlanta GA
(Chamblee First UMC premiere, January 2010)
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