Phillips Exeter Academy
September 27th, 2004 by Roderick RussellFrom one of the most prestigious private schools in the nation, boasting some of the most intelligent students in the world, I did not expect also to find the most energetic and boisterous audience. Yet that was exactly what I found at Phillips Exeter Academy last Saturday.
Performing for such a wild bunch of people made for a highly charged and hilarious show. The students were sure to get involved in absolutely everything, and insisted on forging their own path during many of the routines, which created wonderful opportunities for impromptu ad-libs and humour, as well as some startling revelations. They were a responsive, outgoing and appreciative audience who were impressed and respectful enough to show their appreciation by giving me a standing ovation after the sword swallow. The things I do for you people!
I’m looking forward to bringing more entertainment to this wonderful school in the future. I wonder if their rival, Phillips Andover, would give me a standing ovation…
