"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."
"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."
"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..."
"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."
"...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."