Just wanted to let you know that my daughter brought me to your show some days ago and it was just wonderful. I was impressed with everything, but above all, the presence of the dancers on stage, and their faces and connection with the audience. From the youngest to the oldest, each person looked confident, prepared and so happy to be there. That is what makes an audience relax and enjoy itself, to know that the performers are doing so well and happy at it. A great stage presence. The dancing itself was of course fantastic, as well, and the costumes amazing and the wonderful drumming.
Sincerely, Kate Howie
To AZIZ; I Just wanted to let you know how awesome it was for you to perform for me on Saturday!
I was so surprised! I enjoyed it SO much and so did everyone else. They are still talking about it and asking me ALLLLL about you.. I could not have asked for a better performance. Aunty Arlene was THE LAST person any one would have thought would get up and dance!! You work amazing miracles!
I really do feel so lucky you did that for me. (I also enjoy being the envy of 20 women
Charity
(AZIZ Stagette Host )
It is with pleasure that we provide this unsolicited letter of reference for Paul Latta. We wanted a Hawaiian themed party and contacted Paul Latta Show Productions from the internet. Paul who played an integral part in our wedding reception was very gracious in meeting our needs and all contact with him was most professional. We have received many complements and enquiries since that time, We have no hesitation in recommending Paul Latta Show Productions for you event
Respectfully You
Roy Cammack
The show was fantastic and made me want to go back to Hawaii on the next plane out. Your kids are so well behaved and well taught. Thanks again Paul .everyone Loved The Show and funds roll in.
Kathy Miske
Director – Ukrainian Hall
I would like to express my gratitude and delight with the performance you provided my event. It was a success and your team is a part of it. Everyone enjoyed the demo and the dancers were really cute. It was a pleasure having your kids in my event. I hope to do more projects with you in the future.
All the best. Mahalo!
Cimmy - Researcher and Special Events Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association (DSBIA)
Just wanted to thank you and April for doing such an excellent job in representing our booth and helping us out at the trade show. We received many favorable comments from the hosts and attendees. Looks like we may be attending the conference again in Spring 2009, and we will keep you posted on our plans. Mahalo, again, for your professionalism and wonderful presence! A hui ho!
Randy, Deanna and Candice 808 Hawaii Real Estate Professionals
Hello Paul, We are looking forward to the competition and we would like to THANK YOU for giving us the opportunity to enter the competition as well as all the opportunities you and Brenda gave us during the year. On letting us performed in the different shows (even though we are so new at Hula), Where with your patience you taught us so much... Not just about Hula, you made us all see life in a different way. You made us laugh and have a great time. We really appreciate you care for us as students of Hula even though we don't come from your studio and we are only students of the community center.
Sulay – Vancouver Student
A good time was had by all. Indeed the dancers were spectacular, Hula Mama was what I would call 'Priceless",. I want you to know that I truly LOVE you for enabling me to provide a dream come true to a very world renowned man in his own stance. THANK YOU HULA MAMA,& JERRIKA , Thanks sooo much. Barb
….the performance was FANTASTIC! We've been hearing nothing but praise from our guests.
Dr. Carter Ng CCDSBC President B.C. Chinese Dental Association Annual Gala - Hyatt
...“We have always found Paul to be easy to work with and the dancers delightful. It is very apparent that these dancers (and drummers) truly love the South Pacific islands. The professionalism of the entire troupe shines through both on stage and off. The costumes are top quality and very authentic. With the cost of airfare, accommodation and meals to fly even one or two dancers up from the Cooks we definitely feel that we receive superb value for the dollars invested in the Paul Tavai-Latta group.
Rick Buecking
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation
Hi Paul, Just want to say a special thanks for your special performance last night. You were a lot of fun and if you don't already know, the ladies loved you. I'll get a lot of mileage out of this event. You were very professional and reliable to deal as well as not hard on the eyes and a wonderful dancer. Take care and continued success. Debbie
…“ First I wanted to thank you and the girls for putting on such an amazing show last night at our Alumni Luau, students and staff have been raving about it all day!”
Lana B
Graduate Services Coordinator
Sprott-Shaw Community College
I just had to thank you for the great performance you put on for us last Friday. I am still getting great reviews from everybody – we all thought you were fantastic!!
I will be sure to recommend you to anyone else! And I know the rest of the guests won’t forget you in a hurry.
Thanks a lot :-)
Zoe
Many thanks for making my mother-in-law's birthday a memorable night. You are truly a great dancer and performer. We received so many positive comments back from our guests, especially the older ones. They loved you and your show and couldn't say enough about your professionalism.
Again thank you for such a wonderful performance! We so enjoyed having you.
With appreciation,
Connie
...” I want to thank you again so much for coming here to perform for the fundraiser!...…..all the phone calls and comments that have come in to me have been absolutely fantastic. Everyone loved you and your show!”…
Melanie Desjardines
owner/operator of Desjardines & Assoc. Ltd.
Co-ordinaotor
"Night at the Kasbah"
'Kelly Road Senior Secondary' dry grad committee
Hi Paul, Just to let you know Gayle was amazing! She also made the night for a 100 year old (soon to be 101 next week!) As well, everyone was Gobsmacked (Irish expression...I think it's polite....) It certainly will be the first of many Luau Nights. Thank you again and I look forward to productions in the years ahead.
Jacquie Metzler
….. “Thank you for all your help in making the Shangri la-dee-da Luau a success.
You and your dancers were spectacular and I would have no reservation whatsoever about recommending you to others.”
Ingrid Michelle Edmonds Publicist/Special Events Producer - - Cybervision Marketing
Shangri la-dee-da Luau - AZURE Restaurant - Vancouver
.."Your dancers were fantastic" on both occasions. The caliber was excellent and as I said before, the owners were very impressed with the dancers. We have had very positive feedback from our customers. I am recommending to those in charge that we plan a Hawaiian Cruise and feature your Company. Thank you so much for providing such a wonderful group!
Sharon Young Paddlewheeler River Boat Tours
.."I was most impressed with how organized and professional all of the dancers were. I would not hesitate to recommend or to have the Paul Latta Polynesian Dancers be involved in another one of our promotions" ...
Glenn Rogers, Promotions Co-Ordinator Z95-3 / 650 CISLE Radio, Vancouver, BC
… “A million thanks to you…Season ticket holders and regulars still come up to me and say that 2004’s Hawaiian Night far and away outshines everything they have ever seen in the years past" ...
Lori Bonang, Games Day Operations Director Vancouver Canadians Professional Baseball Club
… "I was personally impressed with the expertise in which the dancers performed!" ...
Kim Andrews, Manager The BAY / Langley, BC - Cosmetic Fair
... "The Paul Latta Dancers were definitely the highlight of the Entertainment stage" …
Eileen Jang, Chair - Van Duessen Gardens - Annual Show
... "Thank You again for the wonderful performance!" …
Cindy Scriver, Director - Natural Factors Nutritional Products Ltd.
….the show was absolutely amazing, and we had a lot of positive comments from attendees, hoping you’ll come back again next year
Donna Weiss
Assistant to Deputy & Division Heads
UBC Department of Orthopedics
… "The evening was a roaring success thanks to your wonderful performance!" ...
Dance Works of Edmonton - Parent Council
… "Your performance had definitely added to the quality and multicultural nature of our event"
Francis Ng, President - Cathay Pacific Year of the Snake Celebration
..."Your performance was not only exceptionally entertaining but also done with the utmost of professionalism and enthusiasm. The performers are not only talented and pleasant but also very diverse in talking with our customers" …
Darcy Hofer, Manager - Eaton's Travel
... "Your performances were terrific, fun, beautiful to watch, highly entertaining and totally professional" ...
Heather Bray, Marketing Manger - The Dance Center of Vancouver
…”Everyone really enjoyed every bit of it and I am glad you were able to join us”
Ju N, Events Coordinator – Polygon
… "Let me congratulate you on the expertise and skill of your Polynesian dancers … (they) put on a show that floored the audience ... …they quickly re-choreographed the show to meet the space limitations and went on to produce an extremely professional show." ..
. Edra Querin , Receptionist - Manulife Financial
... "Your groups involvement was crucial to the success of the event. It looked fabulous!!!" ...
Amber Woodward, Vancouver LIVE- Vancouver Television New Years Eve Producer
… They were Great!"…
Phillip Ing, Director - Fashion Cares, Vancouver, BC
"The show was a great success and we received a lot of positive comments form our guests"
Mr. Ed Klassen, President - Ed Klassen GM Motors
... "We were delighted that Paul Latta and one of his dancers were able to be flexible enough to work not only with four very large groups of students in one morning, but also willing to make their presentation in a less than optimal space. I would recommend the Paul Latta Dancers to other schools wishing this type of presentation" ...
Lori Bryson , Vice Principal - Gordon Green Elementary School - Langley BC
... "I would like to tell you how delighted I was with both the shows and with the professionalism and talent of your dancers I received many complements and thanks from customers and the staff alike regarding how much they had enjoyed the show, costumes, dancing and how educational it in telling them something about Polynesia" ...
Karen Grant, Marketing Director - Denman Place Mall
... "I enjoyed watching your show last Sunday night, what a fantastic performance!. Some time ago I watched (another teacher) show and on the same day I was also a spectator at (another teachers show) I must say yours was the best." ...
Simon Vergara- Audience Member
... "Both staff and students enjoyed your performance and were impressed with your ability to interact with the students keeping their interest levels high. It was well presented so that all our 400 students Kindergarten right through Grade Seven students were kept entertained and informed about the different cultures of the Pacific Islands" ...
Gabrielle Kerr, LPF Cultural Rep - Belmont Elementary School - Langley, BC
... "It was such an inspirational experience to work with such talent, professionalism & support"
Tami Nega - Global Starquest '97
... "There are really no words to express how much we enjoyed and appreciated the time that you spent with us. We can only say thank you so much for sharing your vast knowledge with us. Your energy, enthusiasm and great love of your art are very infectious - our students have never worked so hard. We cannot put a price on what we have learned" ...Directors - Dance Works of Edmonton
…"Being able to perform with big smiles and not miss a beat, even though very loud jets are flying directly overhead, looking fabulous and fresh in full costumes, while everyone else is melting in 33 degrees heat, makes your dance company truly undefeated champions!" ...
Heather Murley, Admin Assistant - TRADEX, Abbotsford, BC
... "A great big special THANK YOU for your participation" …
Sharon Reinstadler, Margaret Stephens, Co Producers, Entertainment - Variety Club
... "We greatly appreciate your commitment to the vision of CityFest" …
John Cruickshank, President- Vancouver Community Festival Society
…"Your kind donation of your time and talent was very much appreciated" ...
Doug Mathews, Chairman Kids Karnival - Variety Club Telethon
... "Everyone so much enjoyed your performance, they are asking for more!" ...
Donna Yates, Community Programs Coordinator - PNE Pacific National Exhibition
… "Thank you for your enthusiastic contribution…Everyone was pleasantly surprised at how much they were able to learn in such a short time" …
Julie Atkinson-Beckett, Recreation Manager - Canadian International College
..."I have received continuous praise as to the caliber of entertainment provided and how much everyone ( of all ages) enjoyed themselves" ...
Estella Hodgson, Entertainment Chairman - BC Gas
… "Paul, each year you provide us with first class entertainment." ...
Donna Bell, Event Director - The Hawaii 5-0 Run
… "Thank you for making our ninth Annual Polynesian Night a great success!" ...
Stacy Cork, Occupational Therapist - Langley Lodge
… "Thank you for putting together at such short notice,….and enjoyed by all" ..
Alan Jones, General Manager - Pitney Bowes of Canada
... "All the travel agents were truly delighted with the dancing and hosting which was undertaken by you and your staff" ...
Sandy Schick, Manager National Accounts Business Development- Continental Airlines Inc. Canada
… "As master of Ceremonies you were excellent!" …
Frances Fridge, President - Canadian Folk Society
…" It is with great pleasure to welcome you to Paul Latta's 20th anniversary in teaching. He proves that Hula is not just for women and his `Ori Tahiti brings the house down!" …
Kathy Iwalanileimomikapuamaeoleikala Templeton, President, Hui O N Kumu Hula - Seattle, Washington, USA
… "The highest honors possible go to the dancers from your company….The dancers had the rapt attention of all 2.500 people…..Your company truly gave us an outstanding performance"..
Lynn Robinson, Director - Safeway Employees' Association
…. "Paul is an unusually talented and effervescent dancer and teacher. His background is loaded with experiences seemingly far beyond his years. His evaluations were excellent, needles to say. There has been outstanding feedback regarding his skills. I have no reservations writing this letter" …
David Bogoch, Recreation and Health Programmer Career & Community Education Services
- Vancouver School Board
... "Being a senior, I experienced the ups and downs in life. Now , thanks to Paul, our witty and charming instructor, I have found a form of exercising, graceful, romantic and effective."
A Students Comment
… "I personally was told by many members how pleased they were with the dancers - very professional, very pleasant, and with a high caliber of routines" ...
Herb Thompson, Entertainment Chairman Royal Canadian Legion - #142 Point Grey Vancouver
… "His effervescent personality, together with his empathetic nature make him well suited to work with the older adult" …
Val Nielson, Coordinator - Surrey Parks & Recreation Commission
... "We have had very positive feedback from the community concerning the evening but in particular ,the floor shows were extremely well received" …
Richie Gage, Director - Rotary Club of Merrit BC
… "Your show "Adventures in Paradise" is a perfect attraction for a shopping Centre and I would recommend you highly to any centre seeking good entertainment" …
Stella Webers, - Driftwood Mall - Courtenay, BC
... “We are pleased to let you know that we had numerous calls form exhibitors and consumers alike commenting on the professional showmanship" ...
Kristine Iddings, VIVA Vancouver’s Food & Drink Extravaganza
… “The show was professional, authentic, spell binding, crowd stopping, and creative… with no hesitation, what so ever, I highly recommend Paul Latta & Co.” pleasing, ..
Debbie Simkins, Promotions Coordinator - Boitanio Mall, Williams Lake BC
… "Your dancers added the final touch!” ...
Shirley Conlon, Coordinator of Volunteers – Shaughnessy Hospital
“Thank you To Paul Latta in recognition of services rendered to the Canada Pavilion during the 1986 World Exposition Vancouver, British Columbia Canada” ...
Bruce How, Commissioner General of Section for Canada – WORLD EXPO `86
... “Their performance was well timed, had a great production, excellent effects and was in short, very professional. As promised, he delivered a fine polished performance” ...
Colin J. McTaggart, Shopping Centre Manager - County Club Mall, Nanaimo, BC
.. “Your performances are always gorgeous and outstanding and this year was no exception…I always enjoy your showmanship and your organization” ...
Deborah Sanderson, Production Coordinator – Timmy’s Christmas Telethon
… “In the YMCA we have many nationalities and different languages and Paul is able to communicate very well with them all .I have no hesitation in recommending him” ...
Shirley Jones, Adult Program Director – YMCA Vancouver
... “I would recommend the Paul Latta show to any organization wanting not only a superb, but a professional floor show” ...
Christine M. Riddell, Chairman - Langley Chamber of Commerce
… “You have packaged quite an impressive and tight act!" ...
Deborah Sanderson, Producer – Timmy’s Telethon
… “You are definitely a hit!” ...
Adrienne Bakker, Marketing Director – Willowbrook Mall – Langley, BC
... “Very impressed with the colorful costumes and by the caliber of the entertainment” ...
V.S.G. Lewis – Genstar Development Company
… “I was extremely impressed with the hard work and energy that went into each and every performance, thus contributing to one of Willowbrook Mall’s greatest traffic building promotions" ...
Sandy Klein, Promotions Manager – Willowbrook Mall , Langley, BC
... “ Our students really enjoyed the performance” ...
G. Watkins, Principal – Maple Grove School
… “ Your performance was outstanding success and was especially appreciated given the unfortunate limitation in facilities available” ...
Ronald Hall , Director – Aldergrove Festival Days
… “The show was a beautiful display of talent and color and needless to say, all who were watching felt the music very much” ...
Donald A. Ross, Mayor – Surrey, BC
… “We appreciate the time and effort you spend each week, working with your group of students… You have helped demonstrate again that we can obtain this cooperation and help through people like you” ...
B. Nokleby, Principal – Godson Elementary School, Abbotsford, BC
… “ About 1200 people send our heartfelt congratulations on your successful performance” ...
Pargat Singh Sidhu, Secretary Fraser Valley East Indian Canadian Association of British Columbia
… “Your performances were greatly appreciated” ...
ADT Chalmers, Shopping Centre Manager – SevenOaks, Abbotsford, BC
… “One can tell that dance is the biggest part of his life just by his enthusiasm.. He is well organized and capable of working on his own, his pleasant personality proved to be an asset in working with his students” ...
Jeannette Gilson, Senior Program Director - YMCA, Burnaby, BC
… “ His work, which involved advance program planning made effective use of a management by Objectives approach. Paul would be a welcomed addition to any staff” ...
Laurie McArthur, Coordinator – The Corporation of Delta
... “ Their performance was second to none. The professionalism displayed by this young group contributed immensely towards a most enjoyable and successful evening, exceeding the expectations of our Mess Committee" ...
J.W. Guildford, Chief Warrant Officer, President Mess Committee WO’s & Sgt’s Mess – CFS Aldergrove, BC
… “Their show was sensational and the highlight” ...
H.W. Aiken, Manager – Oakridge Shopping Centre
… “We feel that Paul’s talents are so polished for one so young, that we feel it may make for an interesting production of ‘To Tell the Truth” ...
Bruno Zirato, Producer ‘To Tell the Truth’ Goodson – Todman Productions, New York, USA
… “ Despite their youth, were thoroughly entertaining and very professional… we have never had such a successful dance” …
Ken Bruce, President B.C.F.P Hammond Division Social Club British Columbia Forest Products Limited
… “Several people who had been to Hawaii said it was better that the ones the had seen there” ...
Peg Woods, The Unitarian Church of Vancouver
… “ The Paul Latta Dancers drew the largest crowds of the season” ...
Pauline Armstrong, Promotion Director – Pacific Center Merchants Association
… “For the remainder of the Hawaiian Promotion we had five Hawaiian Entertainers direct from Hawaii and we have received several calls form people saying that they preferred the first group of entertainers IE: the Paul Latta Dancers." ...
J.A. Hurlburt, Promotions Coordinator – Brentwood Mall
... “I can say without fear of contradiction that the program he presented was the very best entertainment that we have ever engaged in the over 20 years we have held the Christmas Party…I must confess that I had a certain amount of reservation about your program when I heard you were only 16 years old and were responsible for the total program for set construction, costume manufacturing, choreography ,lighting and the instruction of your dance school pupils. It did not take many minutes after your program began before all my doubts were dispelled.” ...
Harold David, Recording Secretary,
Local 6 CAIMAW Canadian Association of Industrial Mechanical and Allied Workers
... “We had nothing but raves about the group!” …
Sharen McRae, Corporate Sales Manager - Bayshore Inn, Vancouver, BC
- ORIGINAL LETTERS ON FILE - |
