Gilberto in the News
“…the younger actors of the cast dive into their brief shining moments: Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton, as Freddy, offering up a drum fill that'd make Neil Peart proud.”
Online Milwaukee
“More impressively is the fact that there are a few kids in the show who play their instruments live. Freddy played by Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton is an amazing drummer with boundless energy that matches the pace of the show.”
BroadwayWorld_Orlando
“Then, there are the kids, who not only play their own music but also craft distinctive, endearing characters. Standouts for me were Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton as rambunctious Freddy on drums…”
Hyde Park Herald
“… .hipster Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton on drums….a cornucopia of musical precocity."
BroadwayWorld_Charlotte
“….Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton on the drums…. (is) particularly impressive…..charm is irresistible…”
Tampa Bay Times
“Simply put, these kids rock. Each performer consistently proves that they are a quadruple threat. Extra credit goes to Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton … epic portrayal(s) of Freddy….”
Online Milwaukee
“…these kids are amazing. They sing. They dance. They rock. And some of them are even jamming down on instruments. An animated Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton (Freddy) hitting the sticks with zest.”
The Fourth Walsh
“But the child performers onstage are mighty fun to watch, especially … Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton as drumming dynamo Freddy.”
Orlando Sentinal
"Take Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton, a 10-year-old from New York City, who is playing Freddy, the drummer. His father gave him his first drum when he was a 2-year-old and he immediately started banging on it. He has been playing ever since and hopes to continue to be a musician when he grows up, like his parents."
Democrat and Chronicle
“No doubt about it, the kids are the reason to see this show… “ “And director Laurence Connor….found some tank-size talent in pint-size bodies, including master drummer Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton…”
Chicago Sun Times
"But it’s the kids who really deserve their moment in the spotlight. The band (Theodora Silverman, Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton, Phoenix Schuman and Theo Mitchell-Penner) really get their chances to show off…”
Houston Press
“But the most remarkable thing – is that four young actors, all apparently pre-teens, play their instruments live. Correction: rule their instruments. Drummer Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton…..deliver(s) body-shaking rock that makes no excuses for age"
Charlotte Observer
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“He wanted to give “a special shout out” to drummer Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton, who at age 10 “is as good a drummer as the vast majority of pros I have played with over the years.”
Pittsburg Post-Gazette
“Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton as Freddy, is a rock star on the drums, watching him go to town is so inspiring!”
Buffalo Theatre Guide
"The most exciting performances of the night however, must be given to the children of the cast. These are some of the most talented kids I have ever seen. With many of them playing instruments live and in living color, it made for an incredible experience. Stand out performances include real life 6th grader Vincent Molden in the role of Zack (Guitar), Iara Nemirovsky as Summer (Band Manager), Theodora Silverman (Bass), Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton as Freddy (Drums), and Theo Mitchell-Penner as Lawrence (Piano)."
BroadwayWorld_Denver
"The pint-sized performers in SCHOOL OF ROCK are not the latest incarnation of the Partridge Family or the Monkees. These kids not only play their own musical instruments, but the band….(with) Freddy (Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton) on drums can really jam.”
BroadwayWorld_Columbus
"Each of the young company members are solid actors, good singers, and expert musicians where applicable. They were nothing short of amazing, and they are what set this show apart from all others.
The strongest are the band members ........
and Gilberto Moretti-Hamilton as keeper of the big beat, drummer Freddy."
Arts -Louisville