Gabrielle Philiponet causes enthusiasm again and again
Referring to her Antonia in Les Contes d’Hoffmann at the Opéra de Toulon in March review clips: “The musically outstanding Gabrielle Philiponet portrays Antonia’s both passionate and melancholic seduction in a delightful way (Forumopera.com); “the marvellous French soprano Gabrielle Philiponet stands her ground – with her warm timbre and her perfect musicality – a ravishing Antonia” (opera-online.com).
Her Portia in Le Marchand de Venise at the Opéra de Saint-Etienne two weeks ago selection of reviews: “The other main focus of the cast is Gabrielle Philiponet’s Portia. It is pleasing to see her performing a main role which corresponds to the development of her voice to more challenging tasks. The actress feels perfectly at ease between her stage partners.“ (Forumopera.com); „Gabrielle Philiponet deserves with good cause a big ovation: her Portia enthuses with quality of timbre, class and accuracy of her interpretation.” (concertclassic.com); „I must confess I was particularly captivated by Gabrielle Philiponet in the role of Portia. Her delicate and intimate acting, her delightful timbre and lucent flowing voice, her impeccable style, her faithful dedication on stage, are fitting marvellously.” (opera-online.com).
Gabrielle Philiponet is now again Violetta (La Traviata) in a new production of „Opéra en plein air” and will then celebrate her US debut (New Orleans Opera) with this role. Next season she will furthermore sing Rosalinde (Die Fledermaus) in Avignon and Donna Anna (Don Giovanni) at the Angers Nantes Opera. Besides, she will be seen in her first Desdemona (Otello) in concert version under José Cura’s baton.
11.06.2015