Testimonials

"Mountaine is a first-rate teacher of playback theater technique. His presentation is clear and comprehensive, and his hands-on work with 'students' puts a great emphasis on cultivating enthusiasm while still attending to details. Everyone has a great time while making rapid progress."

— Stephen Mo Hanan, New York, NY, actor/writer/director, Tony nominee for his
role in the original cast of CATS

"His guidance and direction was superb. He gave just enough information to allow a unified focus, but left the creative space open. I felt clear on the form and totally open on the content."

— John Tidd, Bridgewater Corners, VT

"I love the Asheville Playback Theatre performances - especially when Mountaine is there! He's the only company member who takes all three performing roles (conductor/emcee, actor and supporting musician) and sometimes does more than one in the same performance — beautifully! I always find myself intrigued and delighted by whatever he does, and so grateful for the depth and breadth of skill he brings. "

— Gayatri Erlandson. PhD

"I enjoyed watching him direct — unobtrusively and very effectively giving the storytellers and players just enough direction to have a strong container for the work. "

— Anthony Barreiro, San Francisco, CA

"He certainly knows how to give feedback in a positive way, that gives people permission to learn."

— Phil Woodward, Dowelltown, TN