“Still, all was forgiven thanks to the superb singing of almost all the cast, but above all of Eleanor Dennis in the title role and still more of Ben Williamson as her husband Bertarido. His is the loveliest counter-tenor voice I have heard, and he acted this complex role with a subtlety and conviction which actually brought the opera to vivid dramatic life.”

– Michael Tanner, THE SPECTATOR

“Soprano Eleanor Dennis (Rodelinda) and countertenor Ben Williamson (Bertarido) were outstanding in their roles, originally composed for the great stars Cuzzoni and Senesino. Over the years I have heard many talented countertenors such as Tim Mead and Christopher Ainslie making their debuts in the London Handel Festival, and I am sure Ben Williamson, with his secure technique and vocal colour, is a talent to watch.”

– Nahoko Gotoh, www.bachtrack.com

“Ben Williamson's fleshy countertenor fills out Bertarido's humanity.”

– George Hall, GUARDIAN

“…Williamson’s the richer voice… Williamson started with a powerful ‘Dove Sei’, as Bertarido contemplates his own tomb and never looked back.”

– Peter Reed, OPERA MAGAZINE

“Smooth and evenly produced throughout his considerable range, Williamson’s voice is an impressive one.” - Alexandra Coghlan, www.theartsdesk.com

“Ben Williamson as Bertarido has a fine counter tenor and can deliver a storming aria.” – Clare Colvin, THE DAILY EXPRESS

“Ben Williamson, an expressive Bertarido.” – Richard Fairman, FINANCIAL TIMES

“An eerily beautiful offering from ‘Midsummer Night’s Dream’ was sung by Ben Williamson as Oberon.” – Michael Kaye, www.friendsofthetowner.org.uk

“Beautifully crafted and finely shaped singing.” – Robert Hugill, www.mvdaily.com

“Great vocal flexibility and control.” – Robert Johnson, www.eemf.org.uk

"Ben Williamson as Arsamenes delivered a flawless vocal performance you'd find it hard to better on the professional stage.” – VARSITY (about Ben’s operatic debut in Cambridge with Handel’s Xerxes)

“An outstanding achievement. Astonishing coloratura and immaculate phrasing complemented a sympathetic and sensitive characterisation. You have a very beautiful instrument.” * “This was a wonderful performance showing some exemplary breath control and spectacular, well-supported coloratura.”

– Nick Sears, Catherine Denley and Rosa Mannion (RCM Feedback, Mirtillo in Handel’s Il Pastor Fido)



Reviews

	“Still, all was forgiven thanks to the superb singing of almost all the cast, but above all of Eleanor Dennis in the title role and still more of Ben Williamson as her husband Bertarido. His is the loveliest counter-tenor voice I have heard, and he acted this complex role with a subtlety and conviction which actually brought the opera to vivid dramatic life.” – Michael Tanner, THE SPECTATOR “Soprano Eleanor Dennis (Rodelinda) and countertenor Ben Williamson (Bertarido) were outstanding in their roles, originally composed for the great stars Cuzzoni and Senesino. Over the years I have heard many talented countertenors such as Tim Mead and Christopher Ainslie making their debuts in the London Handel Festival, and I am sure Ben Williamson, with his secure technique and vocal colour, is a talent to watch.” – Nahoko Gotoh, www.bachtrack.com “Ben Williamson's fleshy countertenor fills out Bertarido's humanity.” – George Hall, GUARDIAN “…Williamson’s the richer voice… Williamson started with a powerful ‘Dove Sei’, as Bertarido contemplates his own tomb and never looked back.” – Peter Reed, OPERA MAGAZINE “Smooth and evenly produced throughout his considerable range, Williamson’s voice is an impressive one.” - Alexandra Coghlan, www.theartsdesk.com “Ben Williamson as Bertarido has a fine counter tenor and can deliver a storming aria.” – Clare Colvin, THE DAILY EXPRESS “Ben Williamson, an expressive Bertarido.” – Richard Fairman, FINANCIAL TIMES “An eerily beautiful offering from ‘Midsummer Night’s Dream’ was sung by Ben Williamson as Oberon.” – Michael Kaye, www.friendsofthetowner.org.uk “Beautifully crafted and finely shaped singing.” – Robert Hugill, www.mvdaily.com “Great vocal flexibility and control.” – Robert Johnson, www.eemf.org.uk "Ben Williamson as Arsamenes delivered a flawless vocal performance you'd find it hard to better on the professional stage.” – VARSITY (about Ben’s operatic debut in Cambridge with Handel’s Xerxes) “An outstanding achievement. Astonishing coloratura and immaculate phrasing complemented a sympathetic and sensitive characterisation. You have a very beautiful instrument.” * “This was a wonderful performance showing some exemplary breath control and spectacular, well-supported coloratura.” – Nick Sears, Catherine Denley and Rosa Mannion (RCM Feedback, Mirtillo in Handel’s Il Pastor Fido)


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