“Mears’s last hurrah in Belfast was a hugely entertaining and witty show, met with chuckles throughout” – ★★★★
The Times
“Director Oliver Mears pilots a witty production that deftly balances comedy and seriousness” – ★★★★
The Guardian
“Oliver Mears’ swan song production of Don Giovanni for Northern Ireland Opera at the Grand Opera House was a triumph”
Irish News
“The première of Oliver Mears’ farewell production with the company proved a success that relied on the combined efforts of a strong cast, a beautiful production design, a solid performance by the Ulster Orchestra under Nicholas Chalmers and Mears’ dramatically nuanced and typically witty direction” – ★★★★
Bachtrack
The Stage
“A stylish, swaggering production” – ★★★★