“Soteres shines in her characterization and three solos. Her sweet soprano finds a range of spunky resilience to vulnerability. How wonderful to see her featured in this exciting role!”
-onStage Pittsburgh

“Desirée Soteres sang a surprisingly sweet ‘Zum Leiden bin ich auserkoren’, while standing on a suspended crescent moon. In Act II she brought steel to the demanding coloratura of the vengeful ‘ Der Hölle Rache’.”
-Los Altos Town Crier

“Desirée Soteres as the Queen was the standout voice in the cast. The role is known to be difficult and she did a lovely, spot-on job." 
- Napa News

”Desirée Soteres sang the Queen, making an impressive stage presence and managing to vocalize her flashy series of five high Fs.”
-Milpitas Post

”As Drood’s fiancée, the lovely songstress Rosa Bud, DesiréeSoteres is most impressive. In this, her debut at CTC, Soteres show superb characterization and powerful vocal ability.”
-Chattanooga Times Free-Press

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