From Students

Students, 7th Grade
Chicago Opera Theater
Opera for All
Zoe devised operas with a composer and students from seven classes in Chicago Public Schools, 2nd-8th grade

Me gusta la parte del comienzo de César Chavez porque tienen partes en español y tambien en ingles.” (English Translation: “I like the beginning part of César Chávez because they have parts in Spanish and also in English.”)

I like the script. Makes me feel very powerful and inspiring.“

Student, age 9
Childsplay Theatre
Conservatory 3 Acting Class
Zoe devised theatre shows with students, ages 9-14 years old

Leo, college student
Arizona State University
Acting for Non-Majors
University student’s drawing, a reflection on Meisner repetition acting exercise

From Other Teachers

Sam Briggs
Assistant Professor, Head of Theatre Teaching at The University of Utah
Excerpt from observation of Zoe A. Tyler at Childsplay Theatre in a theatre class

Really clear directions, good wait time, super patient, kind, enthusiastic instructor. Very affirming to all students, off-track comments, etc. while also effectively redirecting. Manages conflict between children very well. Gets down on their level, no blame, just accountability and acknowledgement, affirms both parties – this was beautiful to watch…… I give the instructor credit for this in setting up a space where students felt free and comfortable to be themselves and have their emotions, while still feeling like part of a community they were accountable to. Brava!”

From Caregivers

Caregivers submit feedback anonymously to Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago.

Great energy from Zoe!”

Both my 5 y.o. and my 18 month old were having fun!”

Zoe was excellent with kids- very encouraging + supportive.”

So entertaining! My little guy was engaged and couldn’t wait to start.”

Zoe was awesome. Very animated + kept the kids interested. Great way to have kids try new things.”

Great program. Creative, and great for kids with sensory issues.“

Ms. Zoe is super fun & engaging. The girls enjoyed it very much.”