“The Three Ladies sung by Avery Boettcher, Mary Burke Barber, and Monique Galvão fueled the opera trope with a Valkyrie-esque pomp. Never once did they stray from excellence. Their alignment vocally appeared natural and effortless. The individuality the singers brought to their respective roles made each one shine, and left plenty of room for the Ladies to play off of one another’s energy. Altogether the trio gave a charismatic performance.”

“Florida Grand Opera’s Studio Artists Sydney Dardis and Mary Burke Barber in the roles of Frasquita and Mercédès, respectively, were beautifully matched not only in tone colors, but in confidence and ease in their role. Ginger Costa-Jackson’s warmth mixed with Dardis’ brightness and Barber’s vocal agility in “Mêlons! Coupons!” emphasized the breadth of soprano voices. Each repetition of “parlez, mes belles,” was jaunty and full of lilt.”

“[Mary Burke Barber] reveals [her] powerfully rich voice of regal warmth and strength…”

“Studio artist Mary Burke Barber filled out the cast as Adina’s friend Giannetta, soloing sweetly above the ensemble in the opera’s two choral episodes."