“To hear young, fresh artists in this piece, in this theater, was a joy. Miles Mykkanen was uproarious, but not grotesque, as the opera’s two old women…”
New York Times

“The farcical sequences—reminiscent of Mrs. Doubtfire—by the excellent Mykkanen, who plays a double role as two nurses (!), balance out one of the most poignant moments of the evening: Arnalta’s lullaby to her mistress, Poppea.”
Bachtrack

“Mykkanen devoured the comic possibilities of Poppea’s old nurse Arnalta while remaining alert to the character’s place within the unfolding story.”
Opera Magazine

“Mykkanen produced a larger than life portrait of the Nutrice and Arnalta, hamming up the comedy for all it was worth, for which he showed a definite talent. The fact he is playing female roles, and at one point disguises himself as a man, allowed for plenty of deliberate confusion over gender, and the seduction scene with Valletto was very amusing.”
OperaWire

“The singing is in full bloom… Mykkanen is priceless in the dual role of Arnalta and the Nurse—what energy, what comic instinct!”
Forum Opéra

“Mykkanen, who took on a triple role as Arnalta, Nutrice, and Famigliare I, was truly dazzling, both vocally and theatrically. While he occasionally used falsetto, he sang mostly in his natural tenor voice. As an actor, he was absolutely hilarious in his portrayals of both nursemaids—Poppea’s and Ottavia’s—switching wigs for each character. He also delivered one of the most beautiful lyrical moments of the evening in Poppea’s dream scene.”
Mundo Clásico

“The priceless Mykkanen seamlessly shifts his character from Arnalta to the Nurse in an astonishing double act.”
Díapason Magazine

“Mykkanen was a tender and serious Arnalta and highly amusing Nutrice, the comedy never descending to hamminess.”
Opera Now

“Brimming with youth, beauty, commitment, and credibility, the cast’s meticulous preparation is evident, as is their sheer joy in being on stage to sing and act. Special mention goes to the Nurse roles, played and superbly sung by Mykkanen.”
Première Loge

“With remarkable finesse, Mykkanen—disguised as both the Nurse and a lady-in-waiting with a touch of Lady Di—brings the perfect dose of comedy and grotesque flair needed for this production. He delivers his hilarious role brilliantly, and his sheer joy in performing is infectious.”
Un Fauteuil pour L’Orchestre

“Mykkanen delivers a delightfully exuberant performance, alternating in drag between the roles of Arnalta and the Nurse. His vibrant comedic energy is perfectly complemented…”
SceneWeb

“It would be impossible not to mention…Mykkanen, with his uncanny resemblance to Bianca Castafiore, absolutely hilarious and outstanding in the cross-dressed roles of confidante and nurse.”
Concert Classic

“The roles crafted by Mykkanen (Arnalta, the Nurse, Famigliare I) make both the singer and his characters—comedic before their time—the cornerstone of the drama. His entirely cross-dressed roles call upon the bold and robust assurance of his vocal delivery, the rugged amber hue of his timbre, and the virtuoso versatility of his expressive range.”
Ôlyrix

“Mykkanen, in full command of his abilities, delivers a showstopping performance as Arnalta and the Nurse, fully embracing the theatricality of these roles. His portrayal is both skillful and expressive, bringing a dynamic presence to the stage.”
Opera Online