“Mark S. Doss met both the vocal and expressive requirements of the role of Captain Balstrode.”
Roberto Mori, l’Opera
“… the excellent Mark S. Doss, an extremely believable Captain Balstrode, the only other positive character in addition to Ellen.”
Stefano Pagliantini, Musica
“Finally, the picture wouldn’t be complete without mentioning Mark S Doss’ firm, full-bodied Balstrode…”
Elena Luporini, Bachtrack
“Positive was the performance of Mark S. Doss, who gave sincere and severe accents to the character of Captain Balstrode.”
Cesare Galla, Le Salon Musical
“Mark S. Doss, with a bronze and secure voice, was a Captain Balstrode of great stage and vocal strength.”
Cristina Miriam Chiaffoni, Opera Libera
“Mark S. Doss’ dramatic Balstrode, with a markedly metallic voice.”
Roberto Campanella, GB Opera
“…and Balstrode (a convincing Mark S. Doss)”
Ugo Brusaporco, La Regione
“…Captain Balstrod, a Mark S. Doss blunt and incisive either in his singing and in his acting, who is trying to do the right thing without believing in it entirely, until he collapses under the wight of his sense of guilt.“
Paolo Locatelli, OperaClick
“Bass-baritone Mark S. Doss created a strong, well-defined portrait of Captain Balstrode, in which he captured the nuances of the character, and his position within the community as a source of ballast. His exchange with Grimes at the end of Act one, scene one not only allowed him to show off the engaging quality of his voice with its rich timbre and commanding air, but illustrated perfectly his ability to develop sensitively crafted phrases that revealed his complex relationship with Grimes.”
Alan Neilson, Operawire
“…and Mark S. Doss, a perfect Balstrode under every aspect.”
Gian Giacomo Stiffoni, El Hype
“Mark S. Doss with his vocal timbre characterizes very well Captain Balstrode’s personality.”
Marina Bontempelli, Agora Vox