“Publio is embodied by bass Julien Ségol, with his stage presence and noble, warm, elegant voice.”

Ô Lyrix 04.2025

“Julien Ségol rounds off the cast brilliantly with a robust, solid performance. Publio has a strong, authoritative voice that asserts itself powerfully on stage. Ségol embodies the role with great rigor, bringing a protective, determined side to his character. His vocal performance is impeccably controlled, and he succeeds in expressing Publio's nobility and strength, while remaining faithful to the text.”

Classique News 04.2025

“Julien Ségol embodies a hieratic Sarastro, with a clear, resonant, and effortless voice, and lyrical vibrato that lends authority to the character.”

Ôlyrix 03.2025

“Julien Ségol stands out as Sarastro, with a velvety voice and deep low notes.”

ClassyKeog 03.2025

“Bass Julien Ségol lends Timur the noble authority of age and experience, whether through the depth of his timbre or the dignity of his posture.”

Ôlyrix 01.2025

“The musical performances were so compellingly stylish and pleasing. Prosperina's scene with Plutone (an excellent Julien Ségol) was particularly strong and subtle as played by these talented singing actors.”

Plays to See 07.2023

“The rich timbre of baritone-bass Julien Ségol is ideal in his three roles: amiable as the Shepherd, unsettling as the Spirit, and it is in the service of Pluto that the young man makes the most impactful use of his highly distinctive voice.”

Anaclase 07.2023

“The scenes in the Underworld were dominated by Pluto sung by baritone-bass Julien Ségol. He has a velvety, rich voice a bit like cognac spiced with gunpowder.”

Oxford Prospect Arts 07.2025