MACBETH

As Macbeth:

“Mark Rucker (Macbeth) sang with real feeling for the Verdian legato, phrased most beautifully, and added the 1847 ‘Mal per me’ which he interpreted superbly.”

                                                                                                                                                - Opera

“Baritone Mark Rucker seemed inexhaustible as Macbeth. Despite considerable physical action - at the end of the Banquo's ghost scene, he collapsed senseless on the table - his voice was as evenly produced and projected as at the beginning. With subtle inflections or full force, he fully portrayed Macbeth's many facets - his hesitation, his ambition, his rage, and his feelings for his wife. ”

                                                                                                                                               - Classical Voice of North Carolina

“Unlike the scenery, Rucker was unflappable. His performance remained deft, concentrated and evenly produced. He has a shapely way with song, which stands him in particularly good stead with Verdi. He was emblematic of opening night at its best.”

                                                                                                                                - The New Orleans Times-Picayune

“Baritone Mark Rucker sang with fine line and generous phrasing in the title role. His is a true Verdi baritone, smooth and well-knit from top to bottom. He acted with skill, making the most of his part in the extended duets with Roark-Strummer in Act I and the apparition scene.”

                                                                                                                                - The Baton Rouge Advocate

“In the title role, Mark Rucker gave a first-rate performance. Rucker displayed a splendid baritone voice - powerful and with an attractive resonance, especially in the upper part of the range. He portrayed Macbeth's torment and decline convincingly, without becoming overwrought.”

                                                                                                                                                - The Salt Lake Tribune

“Mark Rucker possess a voluminous baritone. His singing is impressively round-tone and forceful, his ardent vocalism was stirring.”

                                                                                                                                                - The Miami Herald

“In the title role, baritone Mark Rucker sang with considerable vigor and a tone that rang out firmly, vibrantly. His acting was astute and dynamic.”

                                                                                                                                - Ft. Lauderdale Sun Sentinel

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