Nettie Fowler in CAROUSEL

Boston Lyric Opera

“Making her BLO debut, mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton brought a terrifically full voice and overflowing heart to Nettie Fowler. “
–Boston Globe

“Barton is radiant as Nettie Fowler, not only because of her operatic voice but her affecting presence as she is called on to lead the ensemble as it rallies and disperses.”
–The Arts Fuse

“Barton was in glorious voice as Nettie Fowler, Julie’s big-hearted cousin. She squeezed every ounce of humor out of ‘June Is Bustin’ Out All Over’ and ‘This Was a Real Nice Clambake,’ and she made you listen to ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone.’”
–WBUR

“In a billowing polka dot skirt and vibrant purple hair, Barton is inviting as nurturing, wise and discerning Nettie. Barton is as playful in June is Busting out All Over and This was a real Nice Clambake as Rodgers and Hammerstein’s appetizing lyrics burst forth in succulent glory. When You Walk through a Storm is a masterpiece and Barton delivers it tenderly.”
–Sleepless Critic

“Carousel is such a memorable experience because of the fierce commitment of its cast… It features the wonderfully purpled-haired Jamie Barton as Laurie's Cousin Nellie, who bursts with joy as the community's life-affirming Earth Mother, leading a robust ‘June is Bustin' Out All Over’ and a moving ‘You Never Walk Alone.’”
–Edge Media

“Barton sings thrillingly as attested by the audience’s warm response.”
–Boston Musical Intelligencer

“The score is the emotional compass of the show. ’June is Bustin’ Out All Over’ bursts forth in celebratory defiance of restraint. And when Barton’s Nettie sings ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone,’ it feels less like a balm than a benediction.”
–Stage and Cinema