“As Timur, Adam Lau was rock solid and deeply affectionate in his interactions with Piao’s Liu. He was forceful in his protests toward Alagna’s Calaf throughout Act one, but made his biggest mark in the final moments after Liù’s death, a calm in his sound as he pleaded for her to get up. There was an innocence in the approach, which allowed for the strong contrast when he realizes the truth and curses everyone for her death. Here, as he cursed them, his voice took on a more jagged edge and the bass held his final note, further emphasizing the haunting nature of his proclamation. The chorus turtled physically in response, furthering the effect.” – OperaWire
“Adam Lau’s firm bass encapsulated the blind, deposed king Timur. His threnody over Liu’s dead body was powerful.” – South Florida Classical Review