What was said about Rob's Previous shows?





2009
"READ on the Wild Side"

“Rob Erdmann and company give consistently excellent performances.”
Sandra Chapman, North Suburban District Library, Loves Park, IL

“Thoroughly entertaining, high energy program that kept the kids attention (And the Adults!)”
Julie Voss, Bertolet Memorial Library, Leaf River, IL

“Children and adults laughed til they cried. Rob’s programs are a delight that we always want back
time and time again.”
Marianne Stenzel, Talcott Free Library, Rockton, IL

“Your show was enjoyed by all the children and grown-ups too! We look forward to seeing you
next year.”
Ortus Dunbar, South Beloit Public Library

“Rob and Maggie provided a program that kept our kids excited. Audience participation kept the
kids focused on the characters Rob has developed.”
Jan McKean, Wysox Township Library

“Our patrons raved about how much they enjoyed the show! I would recommend booking Rob and
Maggie Erdmann to all Youth Librarians.”
Sara Darding, Kewanee Public Library District

“It can’t get any better than this! Magic, Storytelling, Puppets, Participation! Awesome! The kids
come early and don’t want to leave! Thanks for sharing the importance of reading and the love of
books!”
Anita Elgin, Sterling Public Library

“We loved you’re your show! Everyone laughed and had a great time!”
Melody Heck, Galva Public Library

“Rob and Maggie were delightful. They involved the children in their program and the fish trick was
great!”
Deborah Herman, Oregon Public Library

“Rob’s show is loaded with puppets, music and magic. The fun never stops.”
Jeffrey Munson, Franklin Grove Public Library

“A great program that got the kids ready to read all summer!”
Paige Moore, Earlville Public Library

“From the attractive, detailed appearance of their set and from the versatility of their engaging
performance, it is obvious that Rob and Maggie are committed to providing a top quality
experience for children that generates excitement about books. Our young patrons
(and their parents) greatly enjoyed the performance.”
Penelope Friedberg, Nippersink Public Library

“Rob, Maggie and Shivers present a high energy program full of audience participation, magic and
storytelling.”
Connie Kauffman, Princeton Public Library

“Rob Erdmann uses magic and humor to amaze and amuse the audience! ---enjoyed by children
and adults alike."
Barb Jacobs, North Suburban Library, Roscoe, IL  




2008
"Get in the Game...READ"

“Lots of audience participation! The kids absolutely loved it!”
Connie Beetz, Graves-Hume Public Library, Mendota, IL

“The show was full of energy, fun, and laughter.”
Debby Smith, Robert Rowe Public Library, Sheridan, IL

“We loved the program. Very interactive. Kids and families alike have commented on what a great
time they had!”
Rita Feltes, Yorkville Library, Yorkville, IL

“Fast moving & funny with spectacular magic tricks – a real attention getter for all ages!”
Barb Jacobs, North Suburban Library District, Roscoe, IL

“Rob’s show was delightful! Enjoyed by young and old alike!”
Ortus Dunbar, South Beloit Public Library, South Beloit, IL

“Rob and crew really do a good job involving and entertaining kids. An excellent program enjoyed
by all ages.”
Cindy Bahr, Forreston Public Library, Forreston, IL

“Thanks for the great program in Lanark. We had many nice compliments on your program. I will
look forward to getting the materials for 2009.”
Janie Dollinger, Lanark Public Library, Lanark, IL

“The kids are still talking about the bowling ball dropping out of the sketch pad. It was amazing!
Highly entertaining, Great audience participation.”
Julie Voss, Bertolet Memorial Library, Leaf River, IL

“The kids loved the program. I could hear laughter the whole time coming from the children’s area.”
Michelle Wessels, East Dubuque District Library, East Dubuque, IL

“Children and parents were very focused on the program. The whole room frequently erupted with
laughter.”
Jeff Stafford, Robert R. Jones Public Library, Coal Valley, IL

“Rob’s program had a reading component built in – not just tacked on. All children and adults were
fully engaged in his performance.”
Sandra Aden, North Suburban Library District, Loves Park, IL

“Rob Erdmann’s program was engaging and extremely entertaining. Students and parents alike
enjoyed his humor and his magic.”
Connie Kauffman, Princeton Public Library, Priceton, IL

“Rob used kids in the audience very effectively. They thoroughly enjoyed the program (and so did
the parents).”
Jan McKean, Wysox Township Library, Millidgeville, IL











2007
"Mission READ...to the Library and Beyond"

"The audience loves Rob's shows and return each time he returns to our library.  His show is great
family entertainment that appeals to all ages.  Rob always includes a certain amount of "kid" humor
and the audience response is always positive."  
Marla McCoy, Byron Public Library

"Shivers stole the show.  The kids loved him."
Deb Larson, Earlville Library District

"Rob Erdmann is a very innovative and exciting performer.  His show incorporates magic,
puppetry, and storytelling in a way that delights audience members young and old."
Sara Darding, Kewanee Public Library

"What a great way to "Kick Off" our summer reading program with "MISSION READ" on the
backdrop and so much concentration on that theme."
Rebecca D., Galva Public Library District

"The sounds of the childrens' laughter was rewarding.  I felt I had made a wonderful program
choice.
Carole Sterne, Annawan Alba Township Library

"Rob Erdmann's show MISSION READ was genius.  His magic and ideas were fresh, new, and
original.  The children oohed, aahed & giggled the whole time.  I highly recommend Rob's shows."
Heather Heady, Clover Public Library District

"Rob's show absolutely delighted our young patrons.  They laughed and followed Rob's tricks &
facial expressions.  The mouse puppet was a hit."
Mary H. Anderson,  Sycamore Public Lbrary

"Keep it coming.  One girl in the audience turned toward me and said, "This is Awesome!"
Connie Boonstra, Odell Public Library

"Rob is entertaining to both children and adults.  His combination of books and magic makes the
idea of reading fun!"
Deborah Herman, Oregon Public Library

"A fun combination of books, magic and puppetry!  Rob presents great entertainment!"  "Thank you
again for the fun evening of magic, puppet and stories!  It's very much appreciated!"
Paulette Babchak, Johnsburg Public Library