We are thrilled to share some wonderful reviews of Daniel Norman's performance of Mao Tse-Tung in Nixon in China. Staatstheater Hannover's production of John Adams' opera runs through to the 7th July, 2023.
"The exceptional ensemble of singers, entrusted with predominantly demanding vocal tasks, is led by Daniel Norman, who portrays the challenging and physically demanding role of Mao Tse-tung with verve and an almost profound delight in the Mephistophelian demeanour of the great leader."
Achim Dombrowski, Opera Online
"Much applause also for Daniel Norman as the lasciviously lively Mao..."
Henning Queren, Neue Presse
"The fact that it works so well is also due to the fabulous singers... Daniel Norman as the fanatical but also funny Mao..."
Ute Schalz-Laurenze, Neue Musikzeitung
"Daniel Norman as Mao is a fanatical character, but he also possesses almost comical traits. His aria "We no longer need Confucius" has a completely different character compared to Nixon's aria. In this case, someone is loudly proclaiming their clichéd phrases of statecraft, which creates an aggressive tone. Daniel Norman's tenor voice is biting, sharp, and cutting. However, in the third act, he was also able to beautifully showcase his lyrical abilities."
Achim Riehn, Gesellschaft der Freunde des Opernhauses Hannover e.V. (GFO)
There are four more opportunities to see Norman in Nixon in China at Staatstheater Hannover; find out more here.
Photo of Daniel Norman by Sandra Then, courtesy of Staatstheater Hannover.
