The most delicious item from the Hapsburg Empire was the Tipsy Song from the Johann Strauss operetta, A Night in Venice, charmingly sung and acted by mezzo-soprano Vivienne Powell.

-Fred Blanks, Sydney Morning Herald

 

Vivienne Powell ... conveyed the elegance and charm synonymous with Vienna in a well chosen selection of solos. Ms Powell's comic rendition of the Tipsy Song by J. Strauss was convincing and but for the sparkle in her eye one could have believed she was in no fit state to sing again.

-Meg Matthews, Sydney Morning Herald

 

Gilbert and Sullivan's Iolanthe, Zenith Theatre, Sydney. "Vivienne Powell's Queen of the Fairies was a refreshing departure from the stereotyped formidable, interpretations developed by generations of Contraltos of Wagnerian proportions. She brought warmth, wit, elegance and a touch of sultriness to the role."

-Live Entertainment Magazine

 

Mezzo-Soprano Vivienne Powell showed her voice at its best in an aria from Mignon by Thomas.

-Fred Blanks, Sydney Morning Herald

 

Gilbert and Sullivan's The Mikado, Zenith Theatre, Sydney. "Vivienne Powell as the evil Katisha is like Pandora's box unleashed. I had nightmares afterwards!"

-Live Entertainment Magazine

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The concert on Sunday at the Sydney Opera House was an outstanding success. This result was achieved because of your excellent contribution. Congratulations!

-Dr Steve Watson (conductor)

 

...to let you know how much we all appreciated and enjoyed your excellent performance as soloist in our recent concert with the Gosford Philharmonia. We do hope that we will again have that pleasure in the future. A Stunning Performance!

-President, Central Coast Conservatorium Orchestra

 

We all agree that the choir seems to lift its standard when sharing the stage with such a marvellous singing voice. Thank you for your beautiful singing.

-Kuringai Male Choir, Sydney