Reviews

Soloist - Italienische Opernnacht

Opera Classica Europa:

Wiesbadener Kurier

"... Sophie Salvesani once again received great applause for her performance of Gilda's aria from Verdi's opera 'Rigoletto'... With rhythmically pointed, dance-like verve, filigree coloraturas, and an artfully sung sigh, she makes it clear that her radiant voice is a promise for the future." (Translated)

— Hendrik Jung,

September 1st, 2025

The Governess - The Turn of the Screw

Hayes Theatre Co:

Limelight

Music, Arts & Culture

"As the governess, Australian soprano Sophie Salvesani...sings Britten’s challenging score beautifully, capturing her confusion as she is pulled between her desire to protect the children and do the right thing, and her fear of the supernatural."

— Jo Litson,

August 21st, 2024

Violetta - La Traviata

Opera Australia:

Peek

"Sophie Salvesani, a young soprano with a voice as vibrant as her portrayal of Violetta, captivated the audience from her first note. Her chemistry with Thomas Dalton, who played the ardent Alfredo Germont, was palpable, their duets a dance of passion and heartbreak."

— Adrian Dupont,

March 10th, 2024

Donna Anna - Don Giovanni

Opera Australia:

Limelight

Music, Arts & Culture

"Making her role debut as Donna Anna, Sophie Salvesani shines. She gives a believable portrayal of someone mourning her murdered father... Salvesani quickly proves she has the makings of a perfect Mozartean soprano..."

— Jansson J. Antmann,

January 6th, 2023

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Maria - West Side Story

Opera Australia, GWB Entertainment and BB Group:

Theatre Haus

"In the leading role of Maria, Brisbane local Sophie Salvesani gave an outstanding vocal performance. Alongside the loveable Nigel Huckle as Tony, the pair created a believable and endearing chemistry, even in the short time span in which the events of the plot unfold."

— Trent Sellars,

July 28th, 2021

Mabel - The Pirates of Penzance

Empire Theatre:

Stage Whispers

"...it was Sophie Salvesani’s effortless soprano trills in Poor Wandering One as Mabel that brought thunderous audience applause..."

— Peter Pinne, March, 2018

Cosette - Les Misérables

Ipswich Musical Theatre Company:

Theatre People

"...delivered a nuanced, often hilarious, and deeply heartfelt performance. The heightened melodrama Toft and Salvesani gave to their rendition of A Heart Full of Love gave the number the nuance and lift it needed to deliver."

— Shane Webb, September, 2017