Last month, bass-baritone Kyle Albertson reprised his Baron Scarpia to great acclaim In Pittsburgh Opera's production of Tosca. In what is becoming one of his signature roles, he was heralded for both his impressive vocal power and his larger-than-life stage presence. Check out some of the rave reviews below.
“Kyle Albertson’s interpretation of Baron Scarpia, the villainous chief of police, was virtually the last word on the subject. His baritone voice is so powerful that he could be heard over the full orchestra, chorus, organ and canon blasts that bring the first act to a close. Vocally, dramatically – his performance was one that won’t be forgotten any time soon.”
“Perhaps most impressive is baritone Kyle Albertson as Baron Scarpia. His villainous role, of course, is over the top, but Albertson carries it with refined composure and breath-taking energy.”
“Kyle Albertson’s Scarpia, the corrupt chief of police, was especially excellent Saturday, bringing plenty of vocal heft but also enough color and nuance to his melodies to give a more three-dimensional picture of the opera’s zealous villain than other productions I’ve encountered.”
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