Kleeman's voice fills the theater with a brightness that is awe-inspiring. (As Abigail Adams in 1776)
Kellie Houx KC Studio


I noticed too that the keys had been raised, and feared that this would place undue strain on Abigail; now she'd be required to sing stratospherically high soprano notes. But the golden-throated Sarah Kleeman had no problem reaching them. And while sopranos are famous for not injecting much humor into lyrics, Kleeman amused when she quoted a tradesman's saying, "Don't you know there's a war on?" in a voice that was genuinely basso profundo..... Sarah Kleeman was touchingly tender as Abigail. (As Abigail Adams in 1776)
Peter Filichia, Theater Mania


In the juicy role of Cherubino, mezzo-soprano Sarah Kleeman gave a comically dashing performance, and her warm and buoyant voice was full of character.
Sacramento Bee


Look for young American Mezzo Soprano Sarah Kleeman's portrayal of Cherubino. Kleeman is rapidly becoming known for her beautiful voice, intelligent musicianship, and spirited stage portrayals.
Sacramento Union


Mezzo-soprano Sarah Kleeman was completely satisfying as Siebel, a young man who is in love with Marguerite.
Pittsburgh Tribune


Sarah Kleeman showed just how vivacious opera can be with her pert rendering of "What a Movie" from Bernstein's "Trouble in Tahiti".
Pittsburgh Post Gazette


Sarah Kleeman as Penelope acted the role with requisite grace.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette


Sarah Kleeman's Penelope is a more human heroine than Homer's original. Though she remains faithful against the onslaught of the suitors, Kleeman makes it clear that after 20 years, she's truly tempted by the sensual prospect of sharing her bed again.... her vocal performance was nearly impeccable.
The Pittsburgh City Paper


As the long-suffering Charlotte, Sarah Kleeman summoned up appropriate comic bile and timing, showing fine vocal control.
Opera News


Sarah Kleeman is a delight as his unhappy wife. (As Charlotte in A Little night Music CCO)
Opera Today


...impressive was mezzo-soprano Sarah Kleeman (as Dorabella), whose assertive, ringing tone made for a memorable "Smanie implacabili." The native Californian's luxuriant tone was at its most arresting in "Il cor vi dono," the opera's pivotal duet, in Act 2.
San Francisco Classical Voice


Sarah Kleeman (is) an arresting comedienne as well as a potent and dexterous singer. Her "I Hate Men" is a poison pop aria, as beautiful as it is cutting.
The Pitch, Kansas City


"Sarah Kleeman proved to be a real talent discovery" (as Eduige)
Santa Barbara News-Press


A Magical Performance
A letter from the editor Earle Murie, San Luis Obispo
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"Mezzo-soprano Sarah Kleeman was completely satisfying as Siebel, a young man who is in love with Marguerite."
Pittsburgh Tribune
April, 2005


"Both Sarah Coburn (Clorinda) and Sarah Kleeman (Tisbe) knew how to push humor but not distort their personalities for belly laughs. They are inventive actresses and excellent singers."
R.M.Campbell - Seattle Post Intelligencer
Monday, February 25, 2002


"Sarah Kleeman and Elisabeth Caballero were splendid. Kleeman is a true lyric mezzo whose controlled vibrato was thrilling."
Octavio Roca - San Francisco Chronicle
Monday, August 13, 2001


"Also impressive was mezzo-soprano Sarah Kleeman (as Dorabella) whose assertive, ringing tone made for a memorable "Smanie implacabili." The native Californian's luxuriant tone was at its most arresting in "il cor vi dono," the opera's pivotal duet."
Ching Chang - San Francisco Classical Voice
Tuesday, August 14, 2001