As Maffio Orsini in Donizetti’s Lucrezia Borgia with Theater St. Gallen

“The mezzo-soprano voice and acting talent of Allyson McHardy leading this musical soundscape guaranteed an exciting evening. McHardy sang this rewarding role with great intensity.” (Oper Aktuell, 14 March 2015)

“Allyson McHardy gives an impressive performance: vocally flexible, changing moods effortlessly” (Südkurier, 17 March 2015)

“…Allyson McHardy with a bold, fresh bright mezzo-soprano” (Der Landbote, 17 March 2015)

“…in the heartbreaking duet with Maffio (Allyson McHardy with warm, resolute mezzo) they perform beautifully.” (Schwäbische Zeitung, 15 March 2015)