Wiener Blut (Ohio Light Opera)
June 11, 1993, Beacon Journal, Wooster, OH
As the Countess, Laura Pfortmiller had the voice for the role and her fluent, sweet performance of “Oh, Complete and Perfect Love Nest” showed her at her best.
Wiener Blut (Ohio Light Opera)
June 10, 1993, The Daily Record, Wooster, OH
we meet the Countess, played by OLO newcomer Laura Pfortmiller in an astonishingly fine debut. Pfortmiller, a sublime addition to OLO’s already generously stocked cupboard, distinguishes herself in the role of Countess Zadlau.
The Marriage of Figaro (Lake George Opera)
August 1, 1996, The Chronicle, Lake George, NY
Laura Pfortmiller in the smaller role of Barbarina was outstanding and melodious of voice.
L’elisir d’amore (OperaIdaho)
November 2, 1996, Idaho Statesman, Boise, ID
impressive was soprano Laura Pfortmiller as Adina. Young, but mature in her vocal size and sound, she was technically secure and meltingly beautiful in the Act I duet.
L’elisir d’amore (OperaIdaho)
Novvember 1, 1996, Idaho Press-Tribune, Boise, ID
Pfortmiller’s lively expressions and outstanding soprano qualities could surely capture any man’s heart as she captured Wednesday night’s audience.
Hugh the Drover (Bronx Opera)
January 18, 1998, New York Post, New York, NY
Laura Pfortmiller sang the role of Mary appealingly.
Hugh the Drover (Bronx Opera)
January 19, 1998, The New York Times, New York, NY
the appealing Mary of Laura Pfortmiller who sang attractively.
Hugh the Drover (Bronx Opera)
March 14, 1998, Opera News
the well prepared cast sang with commitment--especially effective was Laura Pfortmiller as Mary.
Elixir of Love (Amarillo Opera)
March 28, 1999, Amarillo Globe News
Laura Pfortmiller as Gianetta shone in her role.
Manon (Tulsa Opera)
March 2000, Midland Reporter
Manon was well presented and multi-dimensional thanks to the skillful performance of Laura Pfortmiller whose voice soared to the rafters.
HMS Pinafore (Light Opera Oklahoma)
June 10, 2001, Tulsa World
The real revelation is the exceptional Laura Pfortmiller, a wonderfully expressive singer. The way she crafts the final phrase of “Sorry Her Lot” is just one example.
The Desert Song (Light Opera Oklahoma)
June 14, 2000, Tulsa World
Laura Pfortmiller has the operatic power, technique, ability and conviction to make these tunes sound thrilling - and she brings the same qualities to the non-singing portions. Her Margo is a nicely headstrong gal fresh out of the convent looking for adventure and romance.
Naughty Marietta (Light Opera Oklahoma)
June 9, 200, Tulsa World
There is nothing lightweight about the score, it takes an opera trained singer to bring it off properly and Laura Pfortmiller does an excellent job. She brings a professionalism and enthusiasm to every scene.
My Fair Lady (Light Opera Oklahoma)
June 13, 2001, Tulsa World
Laura Pfortmiller put to rest the ghosts of previous incarnations of this classic musical, creating the show in her own image... impressive how natural she makes the nasally cockney sound, her Elisa is a lot more believable.