(translated from Dutch) “Standing out in particular was tenor Theodore Chletsos, whose voice is
well-suited for (Lt. Pinkerton). (Mr. Chletsos) displayed good intonation, beautiful tone, ringing high
notes and impressive stage deportment.”
Opera Gazete H.V, Antwerpen, The Netherlands, October 16, 2007

(translated from Dutch) "All of the soloists portrayed well-developed characters, particularly the
leads...American tenor Theodore Chletsos, with his splendid voice, played the arrogant Lt.
Pinkerton."
Jack Froelich, Friesch Dagblad, The Netherlands, October 3, 2007

“With Theodore Chletsos of New Jersey, the festival has all the makings of a fine heroic tenor,
perfect for Pinkerton, the Puccini role he will play. He proved particularly passionate in the famous
"Nessun Dorma," from Puccini's "Turandot," which the audience roundly applauded. This is a singer
to watch.”
Jim Lowe, Times Argus June 10, 2007

"American Theodore Chletsos was well cast as Pinkerton, which he sang beautifully with his
passionate tenor, appropriately portraying him more as a weak character than a hero."
Opera Canada Publications 2007

“Tom Norman, the sideshow presenter — sung impressively for Minnesota Opera by tenor Theodore
Chletsos in a showy yet dignified performance…”
Joshua Rosenblum, Opera News August 2006

“The role of Anatol…gave the handsome young tenor Theodore Chletsos ample opportunity to
impress. He is a fine actor, sang very musically and neatly finessed several challenging high note
climaxes.”
Roger Steiner, Opera Actual July 29, 2005

“Theodore Chletsos, as Anatol, has a tenor as handsome and smooth as his looks…”
Bob Bows, Colorado Drama July 2005


“As Anatol, Theodore Chletsos offered a full-bodied voice, displaying none of the stiffness afflicting
most young tenors…”
Marc Shulgold, Rocky Mountain News July 3, 2005

“Tenor, Theodore Chletsos, does justice to the younger Anatol, by singing an outstanding score,
and showing the weasel Anatol really is. Chletsos provides the character one loves to hate, and
provides it with perfection.”
Holly Bartges, Colorado BackStage July 2005

“Uniform vocal excellence distinguished the performance…Rinuccio (Theodore Chletsos) and Zita
(Olga Perez) played roles that anchored the presentation both vocally and dramatically because of
their solid presence from beginning to end.”
Elaine Strauss, US1 July 19, 2006

“Theodore Chletsos brings a bright-toned tenor to Rinuccio’s music in both operas.”
Robert Baxter, Courier Post July 2006

“Theodore Chletsos showed a fine, stylish tenor as the High Priest.”
David Shengold, Gay City News April 27, 2006

“As the high priest and the oracle, Theodore Chletsos and Seth Keeton were both quite effective.”
Dan Foley, Donizetti Society April 2006

“Theodore Chletsos was an impressive poet-monk who sang with dulcet tones.”
Maria Nockin, operajaponica.org July 2004