| Teas In Time |
"Charming and animated, (Rita) Parisi brings her
audience into the quaint and often humorous world
of 1908." -Sally Applegate, North Andover Citizen
audience into the quaint and often humorous world
of 1908." -Sally Applegate, North Andover Citizen
Rita Parisi as a character of an elegant fashionista from the
turn of the last century regaled her tea time guests with her
observations on everything from the new (Filene's) Bargain
Annex to the latest technologies of the time. The
underlying theme of her performance is the subtle
observations that show the more things have changed, the
more they have stayed the same." -Townsend Trilogy
turn of the last century regaled her tea time guests with her
observations on everything from the new (Filene's) Bargain
Annex to the latest technologies of the time. The
underlying theme of her performance is the subtle
observations that show the more things have changed, the
more they have stayed the same." -Townsend Trilogy
" We loved your performance-it was fun,
informative, and a great excuse to serve a
proper, fancy tea and return to a more relaxed
time. A refreshing break. Thanks."
- Susan Tallman, Director Lunenburg Public
Library
"(Rita) Parisi, a charming and animated
storyteller, skillfully drew her audience back in
time and led her guests in a lively conversation,
encouraging questions and comments...an
entertaining afternoon with glimpses into the
lives of our grandmothers."
-Pelham-Windham News
"Rita Parisi, as the charmingly dressed, Mrs.
Gordon, a lady from 1908, entertained and
informed the audience. There was much
laughter and all enjoyed a relaxing visit back in
time. Rita's performance would appeal to
teenage girls as well as to women of a certain
age and beyond."
-Janet Loske, Director Newburyport Library
" I found (Rita) engaging, entertaining and
enthralling...I was indeed able to sit, relax and
enjoy."
-Sue Sutch, Director Mary E. Bartlett Library
For booking info, contact Rita at (978)-430-1357
Popular Songs from 1908---click on icon to play...
Dill Pickles Merry Widow Two Step Out in An Automobile
| Past Performances Easton Library/ Queset House, MA- April 8, 2009 @ 6:30 PM Merrick Public Library, Brookfield MA - March 11, 2009 Private Party-Red Hatters-February 21, 2009 Durham Public Library, NH- February 14, 2009 Private Party-RI Romance Writers-February 7, 2009 Ashaway Free Library, RI - December 13, 2008 Boston Library, Orient Heights - December 11, 2008 East Providence Library, RI -December 8, 2008 Hingham Elder Services, MA -December 8, 2008 AntiquiTeas Tea Room - December 7, 2008 Rockland Memorial Library, MA -December 2, 2008 Lynn Public Library, MA - December 1, 2008 Hollis Social Library, NH - November 17, 2008 Princeton Public Library, MA -October 30, 2008 West Springfield Public Library, MA -October 29, 2008 Page Memorial Library, MA -October 25, 2008 Hubbard Memorial Library, MA -October 23, 2008 Portsmouth Free Library, RI -October 9, 2008 Brightview Commons, Wakefield RI October 9, 2008 Longmeadow COA, MA -September 25, 2008 Dudley-Tucker Library, NH - August 13, 2008 Douglas Council on Aging, MA -August 6, 2008 Hudson Public Library, MA - July 19, 2008 Warwick Public Library, RI - June 25, 2008 The Cozy Tea Cart, NH - June 21, 2008 Gill-Montague Council on Aging, MA -June 17, 2008 Peabody Institute, MA -June 11, 2008 Dunstable Library, MA -May 24, 2008 Millpond Center for the Arts, Durham NH - May 10, 2008 Blackstone Public Library, MA - May 8, 2008 Monson Council on Aging, MA -May 7, 2008 Middleton Council on Aging, MA -May 5, 2008 W. Warren Library/Senior Center, MA -April 29, 2008 Georgetown's Women's Guild, MA -April 25, 2008 Agawam Library, MA -April 19, 2008 New Salem Public Library, MA -April 12, 2008 Wedding House, NH (Private) -April 5,2008 Brimfield Council on Aging, MA - March 14, 2008 Gloucester Council on Aging, MA -March 12, 2008 Pittsfield Senior Center, NH -February 27, 2008 JV Fletcher Library, MA -February 20, 2008 Westborough Public Library-January 6, 2008 |
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During the Belle Epoque (1900-1914), the
Afternoon Tea was the social forum for
ladies. They would often engage in lively
discussions about the latest fashions and
social concerns. Rita has several tea
programs available that will take you back
to those charming afternoons. All of which
can be customized for your special event!
Afternoon Tea was the social forum for
ladies. They would often engage in lively
discussions about the latest fashions and
social concerns. Rita has several tea
programs available that will take you back
to those charming afternoons. All of which
can be customized for your special event!
| Upcoming Performances*** Chicopee Falls Women's Club, MA-November 19, 2009 @ TBA Georgetown Women's Guild, MA- November 20, 2009 @ 2 PM Framingham Woman's Club, MA-December 1, 2009 @ 12 Noon Russell Public Library, CT-December 2, 2009 @ 12 Noon Hamilton Wenham Library, MA-December 4, 200( @ 10:15 AM Avon Public Library, CT-December 5, 2009 @ 1 PM Beverly Public Library-December 7, 2009 @ 9:30 AM Tyngsborough-Dunstable Hist. Society - December 12, 2009 @ 11AM ***If you see that I am performing on a particular day that you would like to book me, please ask if I'm available to perform. Often, I can do several performances in one day. |
| 1908 Tea In 1908, the world was on the cusp of change. The traditions of the Victorians were giving way to a modern way of thinking. The automobile, airplane, changes in fashion, entertainment, and social conventions were altering the lives of people forever. Let Rita entertain you during her afternoon tea as she tells you about her trip to Boston. Then engage in an open discussion as she shares with you her latest issue of the Ladies Home Journal* *Issues discussed change monthly. |
| Courtship Tea How did young ladies and gentlemen get acquainted back in the 1890's? COURTSHIP of course! Courtship was a ritual in which romance, etiquette, and socializing played an essential part. Mrs. Gordon will recount how her husband courted her before marriage as well as discuss the latest trend amongst some young people of "dating". ***Great for Valentine's Day and Mother/Daughter Teas |
| Summertime Tea Summertime... and the living was easy for many at the turn of the last century. The beaches offered amusements for both the rich and poor alike. People enjoyed dancing, vaudeville shows, bandstand concerts, the latest rides and other entertainments. Join Mrs. Gordon as she gives you a first hand account of what it was like to spend a day at the beach in 1908. Available Memorial Day through Labor Day. Ages 5 & up |
All Hallows Eve Tea Join Mrs. Gordon for a ghostly tea party perfect for the haunting season. Be chilled and thrilled as she recants some of her own uncanny experiences with the supernatural. Mrs. Gordon will also discuss Halloween traditions from the late 19th and early 20th century as well as Harry Houdini and her recent attendance of a seance. Great for costumed tea parties, seniors & families with children over the age of 5! |
| EdwardianChristmas Tea Enjoy an afternoon or evening of holiday cheer as Mrs. Gordon transports you back to Christmas 1908. Find out what ladies, gentlemen and children wanted in their stockings that year, as well as the holiday traditions. Take a moment from the holiday stress as Mrs. Gordon shares with you her plans for the holiday including her preparation of a Christmas dinner. And don't forget to bring along your "Christmas Wish List" and she will open up her 1908 Sears & Roebuck catalogue and let you know how much it will cost you! Available November 23-December 23 |