"Also noteworthy is Crystal Philippi, who plays Lakmé's servant, Mallika. Philippi does an excellent job of blending her rich, lower tones with the upper register of Johnson, particularly when performing Delibes' infamous 'Flower Duet,' as made popular by British Airways in the late 1980s." —Missy Miller

"...but it's her pairing with Crystal Philippi as Mallika, on the familiar "Flower Song" that really sparkles."

- by Chris Gibson, Broadway World

Here is the link to the full review:

http://broadwayworld.com/article/REVIEW_Union_Avenue_Opera_Presents_Lakm...

Union Ave Opera Link:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/8605198@N05/3823680115/

CLICK ON THIS LINK TO VIEW:

http://www.stltoday.com/blogzone/culture-club/culture-club/2009/08/criti...

I got a new beautiful opera headshot with photographer Bill Morris (click here to visit his site).

I'm excited to announce that for the month of August I will be performing the role of Malika in the opera Lakme by Leo Delibes.  Does the flower duet ring a bell? To listen to this beautiful classical music click here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Qx2lMaMsl8&feature=related

I just recently was very excited to find out that I was offered the role of Carmen to sing at a popular opera festival in Rome! Now I just need to do the fundraising necessary to pay for airfare and food while I'm there. I am so excited and hope I'll be able to make it there! :)