“The most unique musical we’ve ever done. The students were all about it!”
– Amy Engelmann, Director, Northwest Baptist Church, Reisterstown, MD
“We had a wonderful time performing this musical. Our choir loved the music and so did the audience.” – Cami Wise, Savage United Methodist Church, Savage, MD
“The modern vernacular that Anderson uses lends the work a lighthearted, modern flavor, though never to the detriment or disrespect of the heavenly goings-on and their ultimate importance to all believers past, present and future.” – Steve Morley, Music Journalist UMC.org (the official online ministry of The United Methodist Church)
“This is a fun musical full of great music guaranteed to uplift your spirits. My youth group performed this in February and still haven’t stopped singing the songs! ”
– Joy Weaver, Spirit Choir & Musicals Director, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Madison, CT
“Our Bishop was present for the show yesterday and was keen that we perform again at the Cathedral … and before other large congregations in the city. Each of us in the cast and of the production team is delighted to have had a part in the staging of this brilliant composition.”
– Enathickal Koshi, Co-ordinator (and King Herod),”WAiT – It’s a Musical!” presentations, Green Park Free Church, New Delhi, India
“This will no doubt become a standard performance piece for progressive churches, and rightly so. Chris Anderson’s musical is one of the freshest Christmas offerings to come along in quite some time.”
– Richard Banks, Christmasreviews.com
“WAiT was a smashing success yesterday! Both Gloria Dei and Bethesda loved it. Its so difficult to find good material and you provided us such wonderful music that it was pleasure to be able to perform it. I hope you will keep me posted when new scripts are available, as I know that I will definitely want to have them!”
– Terry Sherman, Director, Act of God Players, Mountlake Terrace, WA
“WAiT – it’s a musical!” was a great experience for our church. It took the performers and musicians beyond what they thought they could do. It was spiritually uplifting, scripturally sound, and just plain fun. We would certainly want to do anything else that Chris Anderson writes as she has a true GOD-given talent.” – R. Keith Long, Drama Director, Hosanna Baptist Church, Jacksonville, FL
“It is a compliment when people come for one show and stay on for the next because they enjoyed the first one so much. The whole process of directing “WAiT – it’s a musical!” was an amazing experience for me. The musical is very inspired – the variety of song styles, the minimal dialogue all work wonderfully well together. The 400 kids in my cast loved every minute…”
– Sharmila B. Livingston, Musician and Soloist; Director,”WAiT – Its’ a Musical!”, St. Thomas’ Girls School, New Delhi, India
“Our production was GREAT – a lot of people were blessed through this presentation, both in the audience and the cast. And this show has gotten people really excited about what we can accomplish in delivering God’s word and message in a unique and creative way.”– Bill Joyner, Drama Ministry Coordinator, Grace United Methodist Church, Vidalia, GA
“A very nice work with catchy, distinctive songs.” – Don Linke, Original Rock Musicals & Rock Operas
“Our production of “WAiT – it’s a musical!” was very successful! The response of our congregation was both surprised and positive. They were surprised we didn’t do the run-of-the-mill Christmas production; they also were positive about the music and the experience of looking at the Christ’s birth from the more personal perspective of those involved. We had return attendees! Always a good sign of a good play.”
– Kathy Alexander Mead, Drama Director, Fayetteville Christian Church, Fayetteville, NC
“We had a blast with this production, and I was sad to see the show close. It is an awesome, fun-filled show that praises and honors the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ!”
– Chad Cartledge, “WAiT – Its’ a Musical!” Director, Holy Cross Lutheran Ministries, Lake Mary, FL
“…It’s pure gold. All ages, youth especially, will respond to this musical retelling of the Advent story. The important characters are given a chance to reveal their thoughts and feelings in a way which makes them come alive. This includes Gabriel. Funny and wise, the musical brings new insights and fresh and joyous life to the Biblical story.” – Fredericka Berger, Lecturer, Religion and Drama, Wesley Theological Seminary, Washington, D.C.
“… The music flows easily from Pop to Latin to Klezmer to Alternative Rock, even R&B. Many listeners could enjoy this album as they would the soundtrack to a good movie.” – Maria Villafana, Music Writer/Producer, washingtonpost.com/MP3
“Moving and diverse with rhythm and a powerful message for all. I have greatly enjoyed the privilege of experiencing both the CD and a production of ‘WAiT – it’s a musical!’ This is a wonderful spiritual gift to give those you care for… including yourself.”
– Mike Dickerson, Herndon, VA
“This is what we, as ministers of music, have been waiting for. Something that fits the style of a contemporary praise band that can be easily related to the pop culture of modern radio. The outstanding quality of the studio recording leaves you begging for more and offers a great resource for rehearsing your team. All in all, I have seen this musical performed live, I have heard the CD and I can’t “WAiT” to perform it this Christmas with my own team at Christ Church.”
– Brian Greene, Director of Worship & Arts, Christ Church, Fairfax Station, VA
“Terrific music and message!!! Wonderfully original music and terrific lyrics, tell the age-old story in a fresh, fun, sometimes funny way. Worth hearing again and again.”
– Carolyn Eng
“I’m a big musical theatre buff so I know that often you need to have seen the live performance of the musical in order to appreciate the cast recording. That’s not the case with “WAiT- it’s a musical!” Your songs really stand on their own as good entertainment.”
– Joy Butler, Principal and General Legal Counsel, Sashay Communications; author, The Musician’s Guide Through the Legal Jungle
“Great music! This is wonderful – congratulations! I’m going to send it to two different friends who are active in their churches.”
– Constance Rue
“… As church musicians in a ‘traditional’ church, we are thrilled to find this beautifully written composition of Christian contemporary music.”
– Bonnie P. Leckrone, Music Minister & David E. Leckrone, Choir Directors, Covenant Presbyterian Church, Woodbridge, VA
“A great new musical! The setting is perfect for an Advent service. You will find the variety of styles within one musical quite amazing! If you are looking for something new to try this year, I highly recommend “WAiT – it’s a musical!””
– Rev. Martha Real, Floris United Methodist Church, Herndon, VA
“Excellent! Wonderfully written, wonderfully scored, and wonderfully organized! Top-notch writing and musical skills are beautifully arranged in this musical.”
– Chad S. Bruce
