Critical Acclaim

The Atlanta Opera – Aida

A last-minute cancellation at Atlanta Opera’s Aida turned Saturday evening into a brilliant homecoming for Atlanta native Indra Thomas, who triumphed in the title role. It was a night of great singing – some of the best Atlanta has heard in recent years . . . [Thomas] brings power and emotional intensity, along with floated high notes. Her Aida is a tour de force. She is riveting on the stage; a real singing actress.

James L. Paulk, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution , March 1, 2010

Pensacola Opera - Aida

Soprano Indra A. Thomas is superlative in the role of Aida, the Ethiopian slave torn between her love for the Egyptian military hero, Ramades, and loyalty to her homeland. This is her second role with the Pensacola Opera, and I hope there are more to come. Her vocal prowess and emotional energy are stellar, especially on the arias "Ritorna vincitor" and "O Patria mia."

                                                 News Journal Correspondents, May 1, 2009

Vermont Symphony Orchestra – Verdi Requiem

Another major event will be Verdi’s monumental and operatic Requiem, with Robert De Cormier conducting the VSO, VSO Chorus and soloists on May 1, 2010, in Burlington. Among the soloists will be soprano Indra Thomas who bowled over last year’s VSO Holiday Pops audiences with her big and beautiful voice – perfect for Verdi.

                                                                            Times Argus, April 2009

Abu Dhabi Classics Opening Gala
The spotlight was soon cast on Indra Thomas as the Verdi soprano who gave yet another incredible performance to add to her already impressive portfolio of performances which include orchestral engagements such as the Philadelphia, New York Philharmonic, Boston Symphony, London Symphony, BBC Symphony and Rome's Accademia di Santa Cecilia.

                                                        Rawaj International, October 25, 2008

Kansas City Symphony – Verdi Requiem

Thank goodness soprano Indra Thomas sang wonderfully, imbuing her extensive part with an urgent, warm-blooded operatic appeal. Hers is a lovely instrument, and her final Libera Me had a desperately dramatic ferocity that almost redeemed this disappointing evening.

                                                            The Kansas City Star, May 16, 2008