„Some artists seek perfection. Others seek truth. Cristina Pasaroiu belongs to the latter kind - the rare, untamed, luminous ones who refuse to merely perform and instead choose to live every note as if it were a heartbeat, a wound, a revelation. Her voice doesn’t ask for permission; it enters, stirs, and transforms. It’s a voice born from fire — from the courage that cannot be taught, from faith, solitude, and the fierce necessity of remaining herself in a world that prefers masks to faces.“ (Tommaso Scattolari, opera24, 10.11.2025)

This is a very beautiful and very true portrait of Cristina Pasaroiu.

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A few days ago, Patrick Kabongo caused a sensation at the Opéra Royal de Versailles in the triumphant production of Cendrillon, the French version of Rossini's La Cenerentola. The press is talking about it:

„Here is the rising Rossini tenor: Patrick Kabongo is undoubtedly cut out to play Prince Charming, performing the most challenging notes in his aria with astonishing ease, revealing flawless technique combined with natural elegance in his acting.“ (Diapason, Emmanuel Dupuy, 13.10.25)

„Patrick Kabongo's Rodolphe confirms that he is the rising star of Belcanto tenors.“ (Le Figaro, Thierry Hillériteau, 15.10.25)

„Patrick Kabongo's Prince impresses with his valour and stage presence, his vocalisations bursting forth, as do the high notes, without apparent effort." (Forumopera, Yves Jauneau, 13.10.25)

„Patrick Kabongo – as Prince Don Rodolphe – shines with a clear, luminous voice and ample projection. His high notes are solidly anchored and his vocalisations burst forth with disconcerting ease. His performance is a subtle blend of charm, humour and nobility, forming a duo with his valet that elicits hearty laughter from the audience.“ (Classique News, Emmanuel Andrieu, 15.10.25)

„Rodolphe, the prince who pretends to be a valet, benefits from the light but wonderfully nuanced voice and perfect diction of tenor Patrick Kabongo.“ (Les Echos, Philippe Venturini, 13.10.25)

„Patrick Kabongo has already played Ramiro, notably at the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, and his Rossinian experience helps him triumph effortlessly in his role as Prince Charming.“ (ConcertClassic, Laurent Bury, 15.10.25)

„Patrick Kabongo displays a clear tone and radiant agility.“ (cult.news, Yaël Hirsch, 17.10.25)

„As Don Rodolphe, Patrick Kabongo shines with his clear, luminous voice, sparkling timbre, ample projection and solidly anchored high notes. His impressive breath control allows him to tackle the formidable Belcanto passages with ease. His subtle stage presence makes him a Prince who is funny, charming and disarming, particularly in the comical scenes shared with his disguised valet.“ (Ölyrix, Olga Szymczyk, 13.10.25)

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