“Mark Delavan strutted admirably as the pompous knight… His bass-baritone thundered mightily in the tavern scenes, he presided over the action with impeccable comic timing [and] his interpretation was both hilarious and ultimately sympathetic.”

– Classical Review

“…the [MDLO] Orchestra, under conductor Andrea Licata, takes center stage, putting both the music and vocal artistry into sharper focus…make your way to beautiful Strathmore, and take your place at the ball!”

– MD Theatre Guide

“Baritone Lester Lynch sang the title role with imperious authority, providing plenty of vocal swagger as the scheming and murderous thane”

– Classical Review