other people's thoughts.
“Voice is pro…obviously a pro vocalist”
“Strong yet soothing vocals…her voice is gorgeous…an extreme talent”
“Her voice shows power”
“Good vocal performance…amazing range and technique”
“Such a lovely voice…performances are heartfelt and sincere”
“Beautiful vocal…superb vocals—much passion and expression”
“Really convincing vocal…delicate vocal is very sensitive to the melody…it’s obvious from the first note that she is totally professional”
“Very pretty vocal sound…strong, genuine vocal…a solid, honest singer”
--TAXI A&R
“The girl is wonderful. She’s going to be a major, major star. She’s got a tremendous voice and a great head on her shoulders.”
—Gary Davis, director/producer, California Music Theater
“Adrienne’s going to have a wonderful career. When she let’s go, she has a range of 3 ½ octaves. She’s really wonderful.”
—Seth Riggs, celebrity vocal coach
“She has extraordinary talent and remarkable discipline…”
—Martin Benson, co-founder/director, South Coast Repertory
“Basically, she’s a high soprano with this wonderfully rich chest register that allows her to sing in the belt voice….She also has a wonderful feeling for recreating a song and a marvelous sense of communication. She’s been touched by the gods.”
—Maurice Allard, director, Allard Academy
“When Adrienne Stiefel sang…I felt a tingle. Stiefel has the pipes and the presence to create such moments. You believe her, too…”
—Don Shirley, Los Angeles Times
“Adrienne Stiefel carries the lead with confidence…her voice is strong and mature.”
—Lynne Heffley, Los Angeles Times
“...solid performance. Stiefel’s singing is her strong suit—she expresses both technical skill and emotional clarity.”
—John Godfrey, Los Angeles Times
“Stiefel has adjusted to the Arts Center’s wider focus with the savvy of a poised veteran….Stiefel’s aggressive, but unself-conscious charm wraps itself around Segerstrom Hall like an irresistible potion.”
—Thomas O’Connor, Orange County Register
“Adrienne Stiefel is wholesome and friendly. She does not insist that you love her…but it is not long before she has captured your heart. Her singing is lovely.”
—Bruce Feld, Dramalogue
“Adrienne Stiefel, a young actress with a winning voice who should have some happy tomorrows…when [she] belts out her anthem, it’s a moment even John Sununu might appreciate.”
—Jay Reiner, The Hollywood Reporter
“Adrienne Stiefel, with a powerful voice…that does not become overshadowed or lost in the cavernous auditorium. She’s perky and professional and puts flavor into [her] songs.”
—Meex, Variety
“…a big voiced Adrienne Stiefel…the audience truly knows it’s in capable hands the minute Stiefel belts out her first note….Scrooge would get goose bumps. Enjoy…Stiefel shaking the rafters…You’ll know you’ve got something that should be on everyone’s gift list.”
—Lawrence Enscoe, L.A. Life/Daily News
“Adrienne Stiefel hits every note with ease and puts a lump in your throat in the process…a joy to watch. Stiefel is a jewel. She strikes the right balance…and her voice—wow! It soars above the solid orchestration, giving…songs a real poignancy.”
—Glenn Whipp, Daily News
“This young woman has a talent for making standard parts new again, but even with such a reputation this portrayal is extraordinary.”
—Frances Baum Nicholson, Star News
“Adrienne Stiefel’s terrific belting voice…is a particular standout.”
—Tom Provenzano, L.A. Weekly
“Stiefel has a sincere quality to her voice…makes her rendition one not to be missed.”
--East County Weekly
“Adrienne Stiefel has considerable presence…considerably impressive voice…”
—Michael Phillips, San Diego Union
“One has to believe that Adrienne Stiefel could handle any recession, words of war, or emotional depression in one fell swoop. It’s Stiefel’s confidence and charisma…that leads her to electrifying performances…volume and self-assurance…she carries the show from start to finish…”
—Barbara Giasone, Daily Star Progress
“Adrienne Stiefel…rendering an outstanding performance. Certainly Stiefel’s sparkling performance would rival that of any of her predecessors….Stiefel not only possesses electric energy…she can belt out a song with admirable gusto and shift emotional gears…with effortless aplomb.”
—Tom Titus, Daily Pilot
“Of all the portrayals of this character, Adrienne Stiefel has to be the most engaging. In addition to being properly feisty and lovable, Stiefel is a nice kid, which the audience recognizes and appreciates. She also seems to have what seems to be a requisite for the role, a voice to lift the roof when she let’s go….Stiefel’s [rendition] is the nicest version we’ve heard.”
--South Pasadena Review
“Adrienne Stiefel—her voice is sweet and very strong and her acting is enthusiastic and professional. Her rendition of “Over the Rainbow” re-establishes the reasons the song has maintained its appeal since 1939…”
—Susan Aronson, News/Journal
“Adrienne Stiefel shines…her singing voice and personality gleaming throughout the performance. She pumps life into her scenes…”
—Jessica J. Hollowell, The Daily Breeze
“The leads are crisp…what is more, [Stiefel] can act. This one fact is the most amazing facet of the entire show. Adrienne Stiefel is a real find. You like her. Given impossible lines…she makes them actually sound heartfelt.”
—France Baum Nicholson, Star News
“Adrienne Stiefel steals the show with her natural grace and wondrous naivete. Her effortless charm and sweet smile are a delight.”
—Steve Smith, San Gabriel Valley Tribune
“Adrienne Stiefel belts it out with the best of them…she steals the scenes easily with a dimpled smile. [She] attacks the musical vibrato with enthusiasm.”
—Barbara Giasone, Daily Star Progress
“…in the very capable hands of Adrienne Stiefel…who has a fine singing voice and a warmth that reaches out to everyone in the audience.”
—Miriam Fink, Procenium Picks
“She has a spark and life to her. And Adrienne projects a real sense of warmth…”
—Paul Garman, producer, La Mirada Light Opera
“She has all the tools. She’s very natural. She has tons of experience. And she doesn’t have attitude.”
—Diane Doyle, director, South Coast Repertory
“Strong yet soothing vocals…her voice is gorgeous…an extreme talent”
“Her voice shows power”
“Good vocal performance…amazing range and technique”
“Such a lovely voice…performances are heartfelt and sincere”
“Beautiful vocal…superb vocals—much passion and expression”
“Really convincing vocal…delicate vocal is very sensitive to the melody…it’s obvious from the first note that she is totally professional”
“Very pretty vocal sound…strong, genuine vocal…a solid, honest singer”
--TAXI A&R
“The girl is wonderful. She’s going to be a major, major star. She’s got a tremendous voice and a great head on her shoulders.”
—Gary Davis, director/producer, California Music Theater
“Adrienne’s going to have a wonderful career. When she let’s go, she has a range of 3 ½ octaves. She’s really wonderful.”
—Seth Riggs, celebrity vocal coach
“She has extraordinary talent and remarkable discipline…”
—Martin Benson, co-founder/director, South Coast Repertory
“Basically, she’s a high soprano with this wonderfully rich chest register that allows her to sing in the belt voice….She also has a wonderful feeling for recreating a song and a marvelous sense of communication. She’s been touched by the gods.”
—Maurice Allard, director, Allard Academy
“When Adrienne Stiefel sang…I felt a tingle. Stiefel has the pipes and the presence to create such moments. You believe her, too…”
—Don Shirley, Los Angeles Times
“Adrienne Stiefel carries the lead with confidence…her voice is strong and mature.”
—Lynne Heffley, Los Angeles Times
“...solid performance. Stiefel’s singing is her strong suit—she expresses both technical skill and emotional clarity.”
—John Godfrey, Los Angeles Times
“Stiefel has adjusted to the Arts Center’s wider focus with the savvy of a poised veteran….Stiefel’s aggressive, but unself-conscious charm wraps itself around Segerstrom Hall like an irresistible potion.”
—Thomas O’Connor, Orange County Register
“Adrienne Stiefel is wholesome and friendly. She does not insist that you love her…but it is not long before she has captured your heart. Her singing is lovely.”
—Bruce Feld, Dramalogue
“Adrienne Stiefel, a young actress with a winning voice who should have some happy tomorrows…when [she] belts out her anthem, it’s a moment even John Sununu might appreciate.”
—Jay Reiner, The Hollywood Reporter
“Adrienne Stiefel, with a powerful voice…that does not become overshadowed or lost in the cavernous auditorium. She’s perky and professional and puts flavor into [her] songs.”
—Meex, Variety
“…a big voiced Adrienne Stiefel…the audience truly knows it’s in capable hands the minute Stiefel belts out her first note….Scrooge would get goose bumps. Enjoy…Stiefel shaking the rafters…You’ll know you’ve got something that should be on everyone’s gift list.”
—Lawrence Enscoe, L.A. Life/Daily News
“Adrienne Stiefel hits every note with ease and puts a lump in your throat in the process…a joy to watch. Stiefel is a jewel. She strikes the right balance…and her voice—wow! It soars above the solid orchestration, giving…songs a real poignancy.”
—Glenn Whipp, Daily News
“This young woman has a talent for making standard parts new again, but even with such a reputation this portrayal is extraordinary.”
—Frances Baum Nicholson, Star News
“Adrienne Stiefel’s terrific belting voice…is a particular standout.”
—Tom Provenzano, L.A. Weekly
“Stiefel has a sincere quality to her voice…makes her rendition one not to be missed.”
--East County Weekly
“Adrienne Stiefel has considerable presence…considerably impressive voice…”
—Michael Phillips, San Diego Union
“One has to believe that Adrienne Stiefel could handle any recession, words of war, or emotional depression in one fell swoop. It’s Stiefel’s confidence and charisma…that leads her to electrifying performances…volume and self-assurance…she carries the show from start to finish…”
—Barbara Giasone, Daily Star Progress
“Adrienne Stiefel…rendering an outstanding performance. Certainly Stiefel’s sparkling performance would rival that of any of her predecessors….Stiefel not only possesses electric energy…she can belt out a song with admirable gusto and shift emotional gears…with effortless aplomb.”
—Tom Titus, Daily Pilot
“Of all the portrayals of this character, Adrienne Stiefel has to be the most engaging. In addition to being properly feisty and lovable, Stiefel is a nice kid, which the audience recognizes and appreciates. She also seems to have what seems to be a requisite for the role, a voice to lift the roof when she let’s go….Stiefel’s [rendition] is the nicest version we’ve heard.”
--South Pasadena Review
“Adrienne Stiefel—her voice is sweet and very strong and her acting is enthusiastic and professional. Her rendition of “Over the Rainbow” re-establishes the reasons the song has maintained its appeal since 1939…”
—Susan Aronson, News/Journal
“Adrienne Stiefel shines…her singing voice and personality gleaming throughout the performance. She pumps life into her scenes…”
—Jessica J. Hollowell, The Daily Breeze
“The leads are crisp…what is more, [Stiefel] can act. This one fact is the most amazing facet of the entire show. Adrienne Stiefel is a real find. You like her. Given impossible lines…she makes them actually sound heartfelt.”
—France Baum Nicholson, Star News
“Adrienne Stiefel steals the show with her natural grace and wondrous naivete. Her effortless charm and sweet smile are a delight.”
—Steve Smith, San Gabriel Valley Tribune
“Adrienne Stiefel belts it out with the best of them…she steals the scenes easily with a dimpled smile. [She] attacks the musical vibrato with enthusiasm.”
—Barbara Giasone, Daily Star Progress
“…in the very capable hands of Adrienne Stiefel…who has a fine singing voice and a warmth that reaches out to everyone in the audience.”
—Miriam Fink, Procenium Picks
“She has a spark and life to her. And Adrienne projects a real sense of warmth…”
—Paul Garman, producer, La Mirada Light Opera
“She has all the tools. She’s very natural. She has tons of experience. And she doesn’t have attitude.”
—Diane Doyle, director, South Coast Repertory