“Marcus Nance gives the production’s standout performance as the corrupt Judge Turpin: with his stunning singing voice and commanding physical presence..."
"[Marcus] Nance, however, is the star here. His performance is fabulous, otherworldly yet revealing... he always amplifies the pathos of the creature’s predicament without descending into caricature."
“…booms with a thrillingly powerful bass-baritone.”
“Marcus Nance has one of the most resounding bass baritone voices heard in some time.”
“To the pleasure of many basso Marcus Nance set the highest standards of the entire performance, vocally and theatrically.”
“ Bass Marcus Nance is utterly convincing as Malcolm, both in his youthful innocence and his subsequent disillusionment.”
“In the hands of Toronto bass-baritone Marcus Nance, Malcolm emerges as the one memorable character in the show. Nance’s deep resonant voice gives the character a commanding presence but his performance also reveals the pain and vulnerability of a man stuck in limbo.”
“His voice, a deep flexible instrument that can rumble in his chest or soar above an audience, literally speaks for itself. And it seems to adapt as easily to an opera house, as to a microphone.”
“Fans of cabaret, jazz or musical theatre have hit the motherlode here; Nance’s deep bass brings a unique flavour to these oft-heard classics. With only piano accompaniment and his remarkable voice, Nance transports you to an elegant evening of cabaret and sophistication.”
"Marcus Nance’s performance as the Creature is absolute perfection. Nance is wholly grounded in the moment and embodies many feelings and emotions ranging from pity, pathos, regret, and vengeance."
“What the audience gave it’s greatest ovation to was a controlled and heartfelt performance by Nance… he made you feel the deep sadness and resilience in the music and lyrics with his bass baritone beautifully caressing the melody…”
“As the high priest Caiaphas, Marcus Nance has a bass that flows like melted butter.”
“Marcus Nance has a set of pipes that can fill a stadium. His vocal performance as Judge Turpin is wonderful and sends shivers down your spine. Every time he enters the stage, the audience is hooked, and he keeps their attention with ease.”
"I have known Marcus Nance as a supremely suave and elegant singer so his outing as Victor Frankenstein’s “Creature” ... came as yet another revelation.
He manages to be supremely creepy, even terrifying, while remaining utterly sympathetic. " -
“Marcus Nance practically carries the production with a rich powerful bass tone and a genuinely moving expression…”
“Marcus Nance has an unusual knack for projecting his magnetic personality into his character. He was extremely effective in complementing his voice with such a pleasant personality as the voice sparkled with an infectious grace.”
"... that conniving cabal is led by Marcus Nance, a Metropolitan Opera (Regional) National Council winner whose bass voice resonates with silky menace. You can hear every nuance...”
“...and bass-baritone Marcus Nance's mellifluous voice lent the proper gravitas to anchor the quartet.”
“While bass-baritones often have trouble reaching the back of the hall with their low notes, Marcus Nance's Zuniga filled the Royal with delightful rumbling.”
“Bass- baritone Marcus Nance was a resounding Ali, taking charge of his scenes... He has a solid vocal technique and a strong stage presence, which make him a memorable performer.”
“Marcus Nance blew the audience away. His voice reflected the beast's torture and torment...Nance's powerful acting likely inspired the most emotion from the audience...”
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