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"Stephen Haiko-Pena arguably gets the juiciest roles as The Four Villains, embodying the opera’s collection of diabolical forces. He seamlessly morphs between the smooth-talking Lindorf, mad-scientist Coppélius, angry magician Daportutto and sadistic Dr. Miracle with his solid acting skills, clearly differentiating each role, underscored by his booming bass-baritone voice. The popular singer is also unafraid to “camp out,” with the latter, caped character swooping about the stage like a bat out of hell as he lords power over Antonia while urging her to sing to her death."

-Opera Canada (The Tales of Hoffmann with Manitoba Underground Opera, 2024) Reviewer: Holly Harris