Tuckman deftly moves in and out of time periods and plays three different characters in his strong solo performance. His mastery of the characters, the sensibility and sensitivity he exhibits give him a performance and stage authority that grip his audience. They wander with him through the Jewish immigrant story: the characters, their experiences and their life excursions. Uncle Philip’s coat worn by Tuckman throughout symbolizes an ethnic, emotional and personal trek - a story touchingly and well told by Tuckman.  Gabriella Sadote Sleppin, MSW, Director, Community Relations Council, Jewish Federation of Greater Middlesex County, NJ (Performance at Gtreenbriar-Whittingham)

Kudos to Harlan Tuckman for his tour-de-force, "Uncle Philip’s Coat." It was a one-man show, but with three characters... all played by Harlan, Bravo!  Gloria Matlock, Greenbriar at Wittingham News

 To say that his performance was a tour-de-force would be an understatement. Our audience laughed, cried and were spellbound during the entire play that was performed without an intermission. And, the opportunity to talk with the actor and director during a short Q&A following the show added to the evening’s entertainment. As many of our members are avid theater goers, this opportunity to see such professional, provocative and exciting theater just minutes from their doorstep is a thrill. The following morning my phone rang off the hook as many of our people called to thank me and my committee for bringing "Uncle Philip’s Coat" to Greenbriar-Wittingham.  Barry Geffner, President, After Hours Club

 Harlan Tuckman’s "Uncle Philip’s Coat" is a joy!  The story is delightful and is handled masterfully with great skill by Mr. Tuckman.  With little more than "the coat", Mr. Tuckman introduces us to three men and two generations of Russian immigrants and presents such complete sketches of these men you walk away feeling you’ve known them your whole life.  "Uncle Philip’s Coat" is an evening of theatre that engages, entertains and inspires.  I highly reccomend it. Bruce Curless, Artistic Director, The Ritz Theatre

 We had a very enjoyable experience. This show made us feel happy and sad and it made us laugh and brought tears. A very moving and touching performance by Harlan Tuckman. We recommend this show and performance very highly.  Paula & Ted Rosenfeld, Marlboro, New Jersey (Performance at Greenbriar-Whittingham)

Wow, what a fantastic performance last night of Uncle Philip’s Coat. I am a big fan of Broadway and I will always remember outstanding performances of these one man shows - Hal Holbrook as Mark Twain, Tovah Feldschuh as Golda Meir, and Julie Harris as Emily Dickinson. Last night, I saw another performance that I will never forget. I know many theatergoers will relate to this great story as I did, with laughter and tears. And you made it all possible! Thank you, thank you, thank you.  Barbara Bruskin, Monroe Twp, New Jersey (Performance at Greenbriar-Whittingham)

It is an audience which, except for a knowing smile or frequent laugh, a nod of the head, a whisper to another, remained mesmerized. The audience followed every movement on stage, listening to Tuckman paint a picture, alternately, as Philip, his brother Mickey and nephew Larry who brings the story to life. They talk of the coat, its fake sable collar, its tears and stains, while changing time, place, and memories.   Norman Oshrin, Contributing Writer, New Jersey Jewish News

Superb performance, great acting and excellent entertainment.  Harlan is a truly great character actor.  Judith Volt, Freehold, NJ (Performance at the Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth Cty, NJ)

Just wanted you to know that your performance at the Jewish Heritage Museum brought me into a world of Yiddishkeit that is now gone.  It was never a world that I knew well (too young and my parents wanted to be "modern"), but you made it come alive. On a day when the thermometer climbed above 90 degrees, you and Uncle Philip’s coat generated a warmth that cannot be measured.  Thank you. Kelli Richman, Hebrew Teacher, Morganville, NJ

On the afternoon of Sunday, August 29, I had the pleasure of witnessing a one man theatrical performance at the Museum.  The actor, of whom I make reference is Harlan Tuckman. I was spellbound and in awe for the entire performance, while Mr. Tuckman was on stage, which lasted approximately eighty minutes.  His characterization of how he persevered after his father and uncle fled from the hardships and pogroms of Russia to seek a better life in America and the effect it had on him, was truly inspiring.  Mr. Tuckman’s message throughout the play emphasized that striving and if willing to work hard no matter what the challenges, no matter what the disappointments to overcome, one can achieve success and happiness in a land of opportunity.  The audience was also mesmerized by his performance, as evidenced by the complete silence and attention displayed by those who attended.  Mr. Tuckman told his story of family values so convincingly. Thank you for the opportunity to not only praise Mr. Tuckman’s riveting performance but also your good judgment in staging this event in the Heritage Museum.  I shall look forward to other attractions, at the Museum, whenever they become available.  Respectfully, Sidney Birnbaum (Sent to JHMOMC)

Harlan Tuckman performed a one act play called Uncle Philip’s Coat on our Hayloft Stage in August of 2010.  His performance was engaging and inspiring.  The audience was moved and entertained by Mr. Tuckman’s dynamic portrayal.  From a management standpoint Mr. Tuckman worked with our all volunteer staff in a professional and friendly fashion.  We look forward to having Mr. Tuckman perform again in our facility and would recommend him to others interested in a positive theatrical experience.  Michael Berman, Founding Trustee, JHMOMC

Harlan Tuckman’s one man show of "Uncle Philip’s Coat" was presented at the JHMOMC’s Hayloft Stage on Sunday, August 29, 2010 to an appreciative audience.  The perfromance was received warmly as the audience basked in their own nostalgic memories of relatives long passed.  Humor and pathos were significant themes in this heartfelt rememberance written by Matty Selman.  Gloria Berman, Programming Chair