“.. but the true star of the stage on opening night is someone else: tenor Mathew Habib, who makes his debut as Count Boni as a member of the Mainfranken Theater ensemble. Boni is a would-be bon vivant, he is cuddly and clumsy. Habib realizes this with gifted comedic talent. He repeatedly puffs out his cheeks in despair and rolls his eyes in anticipation of staggering into the next catastrophe. His accent makes the American even more charming in the role.”- Main-Echo

Mathew Habib is a natural Spieltenor with an impressive knack for comedy, captivating audiences with his vivid performances and charming stage presence. His versatility shines as he crosses genres, seamlessly bringing his talent to both classical and musical theatre stages.

Originally from Orlando, Florida, Mathew Habib holds a Bachelor of Music in classical voice performance from Florida Southern College. Since 2017, he has been an ensemble member with Mainfranken Theater in Würzburg, Germany, where his performances have garnered praise for their depth and expressiveness. Prior to this, Mathew was an ensemble member with Landestheater Niederbayern in Passau, Germany.

In addition to his work in Germany, Mathew brings extensive experience performing with renowned opera companies across the United States, including Opera Bend, Tacoma Opera, Pacific Northwest Opera, and Opera Orlando.

Beyond the stage, Mathew enjoys an active lifestyle, finding balance in the discipline of gym workouts and keeping a close connection to his Florida roots by enthusiastically supporting UCF Football. Whether in the opera house or cheering for his team, Mathew brings a unique blend of dedication and passion to everything he undertakes.

Mathew Habib continues to explore new roles and performance opportunities, eager to expand his artistic horizons while connecting with audiences around the world.