Gregg Lauterbach-Reviews/Photos

As Emil DeBecque in South Pacific
Gregg Lauterbach as Emil DeBecque displayed the sort of Gallic charm that made it believable that he could captivate a woman half his age. Here, too, was a believable father who loves and ever so slightly spoils his children and a man with the strength to face down the local American military commander and then go face the wilds of the South Pacific.

And then there are the famous songs.

Some Enchanted Evening was sung with real tenderness, mostly understated with a hint of pathos, not paraded as an opportunity to show a pretty voice – which Lauterbach has. When he sang the first act curtain reprise of that same tune he let loose with a high note that might literally bring down the house. This Nearly Was Mine has always been my favorite of Emil's songs (perhaps because one doesn't hear it quite so incessantly) and Lauterbach did it full justice. But I return to the lighter moments such as Emil's teasing rendition of Nellie's Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair for the reason why I felt this was a full, rounded person worth knowing and loving.
Teresa Heger, The Daily Iowan

As Falke in Die Fledermaus
Gregg Lauterbach was properly roguish and captivating Dr. Falke, and his resonant, mellifluous baritone gave him a special flavor.
Nino Pantano, Boropark Community News, NY

...fine singing...
Neil Genzlinger, The New York Times

As Feri von Kerekes in The Czardas Princess
Lauterbach stood out for his vocalism. ...(He) did some fine singing under the sure baton of Anthony Morss and leavened all with spirited dancing and creditable comic bits.
Peter Wynne, The Record, NJ

Strong support by Gregg Lauterbach as Feri, both on the comedy and the more serious moments. ...He brought life and personality to what is usually just a stock operetta character.
Alexander MacLean, Time Out, NY

As Duke Frederick in As You Like It
Performed next to the cool waters of (Central Park's) Great Pond, the play is presented as a light stroll through the forest. ...the singers prove their theatre chops. Lauterbach's tyrannical Duke isn't really a bad guy behind the stern raspy voice – and that is not meant as a slight.
Adam Klasfeld, Theatre Mania

As Germont in La Traviata
Gregg Lauterbach's resonant baritone and strong presence made for a memorable Germont père. His aria Di Provenza was beautifully sung. Lauterbach's Germont seemed to be as much a victim of bourgeois attitude as Violetta. His remorse at her tragic death was heart wrenching. The quality of his voice is warm and his legato a pleasure to hear. Overall, his was a strong and creative presence, much appreciated by the audience.
Nino Patano, Boro Park Community News, NY

...the duet with Germont in Act II...was to me the high point of the performance. Germont was portrayed by Gregg Lauterbach...(a) congenial, musicianly baritone, with the excellence of his phrasing, his convincing acting, and his absolute attention to the expressive blending of text and music. The latter is a skill that can be taught to some degree, but it is my belief that with most singers who excel at it, it is innate.

....Once more in this scene, (the party at Flora's) I was particularly impressed by Mr. Lauterbach.
Ann E. Feldman, Opera Glass, NY

As Marcello in La Boheme
Mr. Lauterbach is a consistently appealing performer in whatever role he undertakes. ...He is a true singing actor, with a flawless sense of text and a graceful stage presence. The proof of this is that, when I saw him as Germont in Regina's recent Traviata, he seemed genuinely to be a lot older, and I was surprised, seeing him as Marcello at how young he really is."
Ann E. Feldman, Opera Glass, NY