Testimonials

Below are testimonials for the earlier version of this production.

“I just watched a performance today at Killarney Secondary in Vancouver with my Math 10 class.  I was blown away by this entertaining and educational performance!  Our students were engaged throughout (and it was the first time I've ever seen an auditorium audience NOT leap up as soon as they heard the bell signalling the end of class).  Thank you so much for coming out to our school!”

- Maria Koo, Math Teacher, Killarney Secondary

“It is not very often that math teachers can have this much fun and still claim that students learned something.  The show was hilarious.  Students were still talking and quoting it a week later, and they remembered the mathematical applications that were presented.  Thank you!”

- Bruno Chirico, Math Teacher, Sardis Secondary 

“Even the most jaded and dismissive grade 10 kids couldn't help releasing a half-smile at some point during the performance. While there was something that grabbed the attention of every level of student in the audience, it was the zeal and focused enthusiasm of the actors that did it for me: students across the spectrum of ability and math interest consistently said  `I wish my math teacher could be that enthusiastic about math, and about relating to us'.”

- Freddie Irani, Math Dept Head, Eric Hamber Secondary

“...the Escher analysis at the end of the play produced one of those “wow!” moments that are all too rare in the classroom today.  Both non-mathematics teachers who saw the play and students came out saying they did not think mathematics could be so creative and interesting.  Quite a few weeks after seeing the play, one of my students recollected something about it as we approached a new topic in the classroom – and commented that she  “…remembered this from the math play”.  I highly recommend this to you and your students.  It is a unique and enjoyable way of connecting mathematics and the performing arts.”

- Lynne Massel, Math Dept Head, York House

“...While some students were a little skeptical about how interesting a presentation about math could be, once the performance started, all of the students were drawn in by the energy of the actors and the compelling mathematical ideas that they addressed.  There was some good discussion in the next math classes following the performance.  I highly recommend the show for an in-school mathematics field trip.”

- Terry Stanway , Math Dept Head, Vancouver Technical Secondary

“I can only state again how "on" your skits were.  We referred to them several times in different classes over the year.  The students brought them up of their own accord and it provoked healthy math discussion.”

- Leeanne Bartel, Math Teacher, Highroad Academy

"The show is interesting, funny and very in tune with the pop culture of their audience. The Saturday night live style skits do an excellent job of finding entertaining ways to discuss and expose students to a wide variety of topics in mathematics. I would highly recommend inviting Show Math to perform at your school!"

- Trisha Wong, Math Teacher, Riverside Secondary

"The show engaged and inspired my students.  Never has math been so 'cool.'  It  makes math entertaining and relevant to the students by linking concepts to current pop culture."

-  Jaimie Kot, Math Teacher, Prince of Wales Secondary

"It brings together pop culture and fascinating stories from the history and culture of mathematics in a way that will engage high school students. For many, this will be a first introduction to the idea that mathematics can be enjoyable, captivating and cool: something you can talk to your friends about. It offers a great starting point for teachers who want to take their students beyond calculations and into activities that will spark an appreciation for the beauty of mathematics."

- Susan Gerofsky, Professor, Dept of Curriculum & Pedagogy, University of British Columbia

"I think the greatest benefit of the show was the positive conversations and extension questions about math that happened after the show!  It is a step to improving the image of mathematics while inspiring more students to appreciate the math around them everyday and envision the role that math will play in their future."

- Kim Murcheson, Math Teacher, Mark Isfeld Secondary

“All in all, I thought it was a fantastic effort, and I would highly recommend it to any other school.  Well done!"

- Jason Camp, Math Teacher, York House Secondary

"Typical mathematics instruction has become increasingly skill-oriented, leaving students without any context for WHY they should bother to learn material they find dry, difficult and esoteric.  The show is one valuable way that both educators and students can reconnect with the relevant and vibrant side of mathematics.  Best of all – it’s FUN!"

 - Maureen Maier, Math Teacher, Centennial Secondary

"It is engaging, lively, and accessible to Math students at various grade levels.  It provides a unique blend of comedy and awe-inspiring mathematical concepts."

- Ben Gabriel, Math Teacher, Burnaby North Secondary

"Very impressive production. The best part was how every student seemed to find at least one thing that really excited them, intrigued them, amazed them, etc. For some it was learning something new ('That was cool how all the lottery numbers are in pi') and for others it was seeing something familiar ('I knew about the Monty Hall problem. But they explained it really well')."

- Patrick Wadge, Math Dept Head, King George Secondary

"Great to have something fun, but relevant, regarding math.  Very rarely do we get to see some 'fun' stuff using math. It would be great if this became an annual or biannual event."

- Chris Becker, Math Teacher, Princess Margaret Secondary

"Excellent! Even my grade 8 class was engaged! They loved that the presenters were young and used current jokes and  impersonations...Math concepts were well explained and broken down into smaller steps."

- Sollenn Dishaw, Math Teacher, Okanagan Mission Secondary

"I thought it was great. It was a clever fusion of math and current culture to keep the kids engaged. The topics that have been chosen to cover are excellent, mostly relevant, and engaging."

- Dan Burgess, Math Teacher, South Delta Secondary

"The students...really thought the show was great. They were attentive and talked about the show way after it was done. Well done!"

- Dennis Miller, Math Teacher, Fraser Valley Distance Education

"Enjoyable! Extremely funny. The actors were excellent. The concepts covered were pertinent and informative. There were numerous connections to students daily lives."

- Cindy-Anne Spelay, Math Teacher, Boundary Secondary

"I really enjoyed how you guys integrated math fun and interesting facts, I really enjoyed the show!"

- Grade 12 Student, Burnaby North Secondary

"It was a great show - funny and educational at the same time."

  - Grade 10 Student, Centennial Secondary

"The acting's really good! Teaching math in a fun way was very effective."

  - Grade 12 Student, Heritage Woods Secondary

"It is very well explained and is funny and entertaining.  The acting and costumes are cool."

  - Grade 11 Student, Kilarney Secondary 

"Best performance of math I’ve seen!"

  -  Grade 12 Student, Mark Isfeld Secondary

"Keep doing what you’re doing! It's hilarious and I learned more than in class!"

- Grade 9 Student, Mark Isfeld Secondary

"I really liked how they made related math to other subjects to get people interested and grab attention!"

- Grade 11 Student, Riverside Secondary

"The show was very interesting! I must admit I'm not so enthusiastic about math, but you connected with the audience, and kept it interesting."

- Grade 9 student, Sullivan Heights Secondary

"It was really good.  It was funny and interesting.  Overall captivating!"

- Grade 11 student, Van Tech Secondary