Simone Orlando

April 19, 2009

"In John Alleyne’s version of Tennessee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire, the focus is clearly placed on Blanche, a role superbly danced by Simone Orlando. She uses her considerable dramatic skills along with her outstanding dancing talent to make the role her own."

Kevin Griffin, Vancouver Sun

Schubert October 9, 2008

"But, here again, Alleyne's programming worked to highlight the depth a more mature artist can bring to a piece: Orlando poured everything from pain and elation to quiet reflection into the delicate gestures."

Janet Smith, The Georgia Straight

A Streetcar Named Desire, April 13, 2006

"Orlando in particular appears to have been touched by divinity."

Alexander Varty, The Georgia Straight

A Streetcar Named Desire, October 1, 2006

“Simone Orlando is stunning and heart-breaking as she brings Blanche to life with her always graceful line, as well as little gloves, hankie and hat. She pouts and poses, minces and fantasizes about her past while dancing provocatively in a purple orchid dress, looking every bit a lyrical, graceful and sensual hot-house flower.”

Grania Litwin, Times Columnist (Victoria)