Reviews Archives - Detroit Opera

Reviews: Fountain of Tears (Ainadamar)

  Learn more about the production here. Have time to take a quick 2-minute survey? Click here!   Dan That was one trippy opera. Eileen I loved Ainadamar. It was one of the best and rarest operas I have ever seen. The dancing was phenomenal. The singing was lovely. The themes, Spanish language, and story …

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Reviews: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

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Reviews: Xerxes

  Learn more about the production here. Have time to take a quick 2-minute survey? Click here!   Robert I feel I have been introduced to the next generation of opera super stars. This young and energetic cast was truly inspiring. Aside from great voices – under control even in the most demanding of passages …

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Reviews: Swan Lake

  Learn more about the production here. Have time to take a quick 2-minute survey? Click here!   Todd We very much enjoyed the production. We appreciate Detroit Opera taking chances to step away from all traditional programming. The finale of this Swan Lake production was one of the magnificent things I have ever seen. …

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Reviews: The Hard Nut

  Learn more about the production here. Have time to take a quick 2-minute survey? Click here!   Jelena Absolutely amazing!! I knew nothing about Mark Morris’ dance group and now, after watching The Hard Nut, I am looking at where do they perform next around Michigan, so I can go and see them again. …

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Reviews: Faust

  Learn more about the production here. Have time to take a quick 1-min survey? Click Here!   Nancy What a wonderful performance. As noted by many reviewers, the music, singing and acting were top notch. Mephistopheles, Valentin, Marguerite and of course Faust grabbed and held my attention the entire time with thrilling vocals. The …

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Reviews: Alonzo King LINES Ballet

Learn more about the production here. Have time to take a quick 1-min survey? Click Here!   Rhonda I’m speechless. Alonzo King performance was spectacular; please, please!!!!! bring them back!   Larina Superb ballet. I was so moved and loved the performance.   Katherine The ballet was wonderful. The dancers were perfect. The music….too loud! …

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Reviews: X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X

Learn more about the production here. Have time to take a quick 1-min survey? Click Here!   Jeffrey Profoundly beautiful and meaningful. So grateful for this wonderful performance. Pam I thoroughly enjoy the performance. Nancy I think it is great that the Detroit Opera house is stepping outside of the box and bringing new performances …

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Reviews: La Bohème

Learn more about the production here. Have time to take a quick 1-min survey? Click Here!     Audience Reactions   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_W2mO1ir2P0 Harriet Superb and fascinating performance! Well sung and acted by each of the featured singers. I was surprised at how much I actually enjoyed the reversal of the acts! It made it “new”, …

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Reviews: Ballet Hispánico

Learn more about the production here. Have time to take a quick 1-min survey? Click Here! Terri Both my husband and I loved Ballet Hispanico’s Dona Peron! The prima ballerina gave a beautiful, strong, and captivating performance while the rest of the company provided a wonderful showcase for her. The set and costuming were simple …

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