“ Let’s start with the visuals. The UMKC production was the most spectacular visual production this observer has seen in over 30 years of opera at White Recital Hall. The set, with an attractive proscenium and dominated by a large flower-tree, served for both interior and exterior scenes… Student Jeff Ridenour is to be applauded; his is a substantial talent. ”
- Don Dagenais, KC Metropolis (Ceased operations in 2018)