“But it falls to the sly and love-struck Damon, sung by Michael Bell, to drive the drama of the opera by subtle and expressive acting.”

— Opera Scene - Acis and Galatea, Waterperry Opera (2023)

“Tenor Michael Bell, producing a standout performance, managed to bring out the full impact of the text with a detailed, thoughtful and expressively strong rendition, which displayed his vocal versatility and seamless passaggio to good effect… Bell’s wonderful singing once again caught the attention. He is a talent to watch!.”

— OperaWire - Sea Wrack, Northern Ireland Opera Opera (2023)

“I liked the clear ring of the Tenor Michael Bell who delivered his passages of narration very successfully.”

— Seen and Heard International - The Apostles, Three Choirs Festival (2023)