Figaro at the Chicago Lyric

"Mr. Tigges' Figaro created a winning and likeable rogue... he has a strong bass-baritone voice that shimmers at the top... both he and Isabel Bayrakdarian made an attractive pair." - Opera Review, Chicago Tribune "The surprise change was bass-baritone Wayne Tigges who was a solid addition to the absolute top tier of Lyric's ensemble.. he has an attractive voice." - Chicago Sun Times

"His dramatic sensibilities and strong vocal appointments brought a weight and authority to the role that were counter-balanced by some brilliant notes of comedic effect. His Figaro had just the right touch."

- Times Weekly

"Mr Tigges is certain to get more notice after this performance of Figaro... The standing ovations and ringing applause during curtain call signaled genuine enthusiasm, not measured politeness, for his ability to pull things off and not without a comfortable dose of flexibility and grace."

- Suburban Life Citizen

"His Figaro is an example of steady earnestness, as he exudes confidence on stage."

- Hyde Park Herald

"Mr. Tigges was clearly well prepared. He gave a performance so confident and natural, you'd think he'd have sung the role a hundred times before." (note: the was his first Figaro) "His voice is attractive. He projects a likeable personality and he rates a A-plus as a comic actor."

- Dallas News

Grant Park Concert

"His work was not only competent, but simply thrilling."

- Hyde Park News

"Mr. Tigges sang with distinction."

- Chicago Tribune

Palm Beach Vocal Competition

"Mr. Tigges brought very nice buffo touches to "Non piu andrai." He has a remarkable instrument."

- Palm Beach Daily News

Lyric Opera Stars concert

"In the "Falstaff" excerpts, Wayne Tigges hit the mark as the pompous buffoon. His voice rang up all the way to a thrilling high "G"."

- Chicago Tribune

Handel's Messiah

"The stentorian sound of Mr. Tigges rang through the large church. His facility of passages was astounding considering the sheer size of his voice."

- Nebraska News

"Mr. Tigges shows an exquisite voice which is absolutely world class."

- San Francisco News