Boris Godunov in New York

“As Boris, Pape reprised his commanding portrayal of the tormented Tsar. After 10 years, Pape’s interpretation seems to be getting better and his instrument continues to possess the same power and grit of that first series of Met performances. Pape is first seen at the beginning of the opera, in a brief scene where he is tormented by the Holy Fool. From that small moment, one can already tell that this character is unstable and that his downfall is inevitable.”

Operawire

“Pape excelled in every stage of his portrayal, always making the ruler’s conflicting thoughts clear to the audience. Musically, it’s one of the highlights of the opera, which is not long on arias.”

Broadway World

“And this was a cast of sonorous, articulate singing talkers, led by the production’s star from 2010, the bass René Pape, his voice as burnished and secure as ever as Boris.”

New York Times

After 10 years, Pape’s interpretation seems to be getting better and his instrument continues to possess the same power and grit of that first series of Met performances.

Operawire