John Robison is an immensely talented singer, stage director, actor, comedian. all-round entertainer, teacher and source of inspiration to everyone with whom he comes in contact! We share happy memories of our work together at the University of Kansas where I was Director of Choral Activities for 7 years. John was a role model for so many of his contemporaries and I was fortunate to coincide with his years there as an undergraduate. I am immensely impressed with what he has done since and what he is launching now - A brilliant idea which will bring joy, new excitements and fascinating experiences to the young at heart of all ages! Congratulations and Good Luck to the amazing John Robison Simon Carrington Professor of Choral Conducting, Conductor of the Yale Schola Cantorum Yale University School of Music and Institute of Sacred Music The King's Singers 1968-93 |
"He's got training no one else in KC has been through, and he's incredibly generous about sharing it. " - Trish Berrong, Kansas City, MO
"The perfect scene partner." He's responsible for Lenny, "the coolest character ever created." - Jesse Parent of JoKyR and Jesster, Salt Lake City, UT
| "John is extremely talented, and one of the hardest-working, most energetic people I know. It has been a pleasure to perform under his direction, and to view his work both as an actor and a director. He's also a really nice guy--seriously!" – Doris Housh, Shawnee “Working with John Robison as a director was an absolute privilege. He has a way of drawing out your natural ability and allowing you to really get to know your character by giving you the freedom to feel more natural and at ease in your role, then enhancing it with subtle additions, a gesture here, an inflection there. I really and truly feel that John Robison is one of the best directors I've ever had the chance to work with.” – Jessica Robins, Basehor, KS John Robison not only performs vivid characters, he has great character. Between his stage experience and his personality, John makes a wonderful teacher. – Scott Connerly, Kansas City, MO “John Robison has unbounded energy and truly loves to work with actors of all ages. He is dedicated and sincere, and he brings fun and positive energy to his creative work.” – Joyce Halford, Kansas City, MO "John Robison is an amazing person to work with. As a student, I have gained not only acting skills but confidence as well." – Lauren Jackson, Basehor, KS | |
"I felt very comfortable in the Improv Workshop exploring new
characters and ideas, live. John had many varied exercises and taught us
techniques in order to generate ideas, and add interest and dimension to
even a short improv sketch. He did a nice job of making each
class relevant to all of us, even though we were widely varied in experience
from a beginner, to seasoned entertainers. The classes were
small enough that each of us got plenty of stage time every class. I
highly recommend it." - Debbie Huffman, Shawnee
"His professionalism and love for people and theater make him a great performer, director, and teacher. John brings to each rehearsal an enthusiasm that is infectious. His affinity for improvisation provides a sense of spontaneity to each of his roles, scripted or unscripted. One gets the impression that he could stand on stage reading a page from the dictionary and make it entertaining. As a director, John has a special way of seeing one’s potential and then artfully, and even cunningly, drawing it out. He has a natural ability to make even the most timid first-time actor feel very much at home on the stage. With all of his knowledge and background, John remains very approachable and will gladly listen to any suggestions from one of his actors. He is, by far, one of the most pleasant people with whom I have had the opportunity to work. I can always count on John to bring something extraordinary to each theater event." – Denise Gibson, Lansing, KS "I have worked with John in several ways for several years. He is very understanding and easy to work with. He looks for the best in everyone and helps bring those qualities out. He has many talents of his own.” the late Nola Cooper, Basehor, KS "John is a genius when it comes to comic timing. He helped me become a better actor. He let me explore ways to make my character better. I had more fun on this production than any productions I did before. He is a lot of fun, and I learned a lot from him.” - Troy Thieman, Kansas City, MO “John Robison brings professionalism and enthusiasm to every theater project in which he is involved. As a teacher, director, or fellow actor he constantly strives to create the best piece of theater possible. John is generous in his support of others with advice, experience, and vision.” – Tim Jumps, Liberty, MO |