Cleopatra

Oropesa’s soprano simply dazzled in the seductive “V’adoro pupille,” and she convincingly made the key dramatic arc from sexy schemer to a heroine of profound feeling

Detroit Free Press
Nov. 11, 2012
Mark Stryker
Lisette Oropesa
Nov. 10, 2012
John Grigaitis

Giulio Cesare

Lisette Oropesa
Nov. 10, 2012
John Grigaitis
Lisette Oropesa
Nov. 10, 2012
John Grigaitis

Her voice is like elastic: She produced thrilling trills and staccato high notes, and her slim, graceful body performed eloquently – especially in her "victory" dance when she learns her rotten brother is dead and Caesar is alive.

Encore Michigian
Nov. 14, 2012
Michael H. Margolin
Lisette Oropesa
Nov. 10, 2012
John Grigaitis
Lisette Oropesa
Nov. 10, 2012
John Grigaitis

Oropesa is an elegant and magnetizing leading lady. Her portrayal of Cleopatra is strong and confident — everything you expect the queen to be. The American soprano’s performance is augmented by her lovely voice as she sings Handel’s gorgeous music.

The Oakland Press
Nov. 14, 2012
Samantha White

American soprano Lisette Oropesa (November 10, 14, 17) is stunning in her company debut as Cleopatra

Examiner.com
Nov. 14, 2012
Patty Nolan