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| Date | 2007-07-20 |
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| Message | Blessings and love to John's beautiful family at this time. Although it will provide no consolation at the moment your usband/father/grandfather managed to touch, transform and inspire SO, SO MANY during his time here and for that you should be so very proud. John took me to a writers workshop during my first year…I was not sure at the time if he was trying to give me a message that I should turn my attention to ventures off the stage but John was good at planting seeds in unexpected ways. On our journey into the capital I asked him why he never became an actor himself and he turned to me straight-faced and said, “Because I just wasn’t good enough Jenny.” “Shit”, I thought to myself. “There is no hope for any of us now!” His humility always took my breath away for he was one of the most talented people I have ever come across and such an inspiration. His down-to-earth humour and openness made him easily my most adored mentor and friend. I shall miss him but he will never stop inspiring me! …Although stories like this will not be much of a comfort now, they will be in future I am sure…May peace find you all with the passing of time…  Much love to you all Jennifer Larkin |
| Date | 2007-07-20 |
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| Message | John was the sole reason I decided to attend HTS. Of all the schools in London and Scotland I was deciding between his small school in the middle of the Hertfordshire countryside captured my attention for the simple reason that I was captivated by his abundant energy, his relentless passion, his profound intellect and his awe-inspiring talent. From the moment I met him off the train from Canada (via an aeroplane of course…) he captured my heart and I knew I had to spend three years of my life learning from his greatness. He is the type of person you feel around you long after graduation. Even when he is not there beside you steering you in the right direction, his presence can be felt. Now that he is gone for real a deep hole in my heart has emerged…he was like a surrogate father to me during my time in England…fresh off the boat and so very ignorant. Yet despite my sadness I am also filled with honour…at least I had the privilege of his influence in my life even for a short while. He was a little country Gnome who captured my heart and mind and made me 1000x better than I was before…and his magic will continue for as long as I am here because that is what happens when your life is touched by genius. It inspires you to be a better person which spills over into all the souls you encounter along the way. Legacies like John’s spread wider than anyone can imagine…just watch his garden grow! It now is in all of our hands to make it so! xo Jennifer Larkin |
| Date | 2007-07-16 |
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| Message | John would have been so proud and so touched. I think the things you have all written are absolutely lovely. In a while, I will print them all off and give them to Barbie; she will love them. John's funeral is on Monday July 23rd at 11.15 at St.Mary's Church,Hitchin. I know some of you have already decided to come and many of the students still living in Hitchin would love to come too. The church is going to be bursting at the seams! John had many, many friends,not just those associated with H.T.S. One of the students had an excellent idea and we totally agree with it: All HTS students, past and present, will stand together, en masse, at the back of the church. That way, you will all be together and it means all the elderly people can sit down! Kirk has been asked to pay tribute to John from all at HTS, Chris Crooks is to read a Shakespearean sonnet and John's writing partner, Andy Parr, will also read. At the start of October, Barbie has decided to hold a Celebration of John's life. Details will follow. Your thoughts and words will be treasured. Love Jo x |
| Date | 2007-07-13 |
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| Message | I am totally at a loss as what to say. It is so true what so many have said before me that John was a wonderfully inspirational teacher. I will always remember his great sense of humour and how much power he held over us. Nobody could ever tell a story like John! Story telling is such a gift, he was wonderful to listen to. It is a real sad loss to the school and my thoughts and prayers go to Barbie and his children and of course Jo, Kirk and Annie and their families at such a difficult time. Love always - thank you John for so many happy memories! Lea Leaver 1993 |
| Date | 2007-07-13 |
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| Message | John was such a wonderful man, personally and professionally. His knowledge of all things theatrical was awe-inspiring and he seemed to notice everything. I never felt more able to do anything than when I was in his company and I was constantly infected with his enthusiasm and his love for theatre. He gave me such confidence and I shall miss him! My condolences to all! Stella |
| Date | 2007-07-11 |
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| Message | I was so sad to hear the news about John. He was far and away the best teacher that I ever had..... and not just because he finally made me understand what Shakespeare was actually writing about!! He was a genuine and passionate man and it was hard not to be infected by his enthusiasm. But what I loved most about him was that his support and interest in his students didnt end when you left the school. He was always delighted to hear what you were up to, whatever that may be, years afterwards and was always very proud. That is the mark of a true teacher and I will always be happy that I was lucky enough to know him. My deepest sympathy to Barbara, Kirk and Jo x |
| Date | 2007-07-11 |
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| Message | John Gardiner was the finest teacher I ever had. An extremely caring and dedicated man the like of which I have yet to meet again. We were the first intake of HTS in 1989, and John Gardiner taught us more in that time about the history, and delivery of drama than many other schools and colleges put together. I was extremely upset to hear of his death last week, and my thoughts are with Barbera and the family. |
| Date | 2007-07-11 |
| Message | Although i've never had the privilege of being taught/directed by John, he was a huge support in my years at HTS. This school meant everything to him, to the point of him asking Barbie to travel back for our graduation a few weeks ago just to give his award as he was too ill. He really cared about the students and would give you such a huge wealth of knowledge in every conversation. I hope Hts will continue to do John proud. Love and condolences to Barbie & family and all Johns friends. |
| Date | 2007-07-10 |
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| Message | Only just heard the news and I am so sorry about john he really will be tuly missed for he was a great man with a big heart no doubt he will still be watching us perform from a better place and I just hope that we live up to your expectations john. |
| Date | 2007-07-09 |
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| Message | I am very saddened by the passing of jon, a truely wonderful man, with so many talents and a shakespeare quote for every occasion. you believe in me and my ability as an actress and i know you will always be with me at every performance in the future. at my graduation you left me with my very own jon shakespeare quote, 'may age never wither nor custom stale your infinite variety' i have never forgotton this and never will. I know you will continue to watch over all hts students past, present and future. I am sorry you never got to meet jake. My condolences to Barbie and the family and kirk and jo. x x x |
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