Act I is the first live album released by the FinnishsopranoTarja Turunen. The two concerts were recorded and filmed with 10 HD cameras at the El Círculo Theatre in Rosario, Argentina, in March 2012, and released on CD, DVD and Blu-ray on the 24th of August, 2012.[1] Additionally, the Act I media book contains a live recording from Luna Park (titled DVD3).
The recording was well received among critics. A review from the website getredytoROCK! stated that "this live CD will certainly please her fans, [...] epic metal meets pop and classical never sounded so good."[4]
In its review for Firebrand Magazine, Lee Walker commented that "Tarja has once again proved that she walks alone, 7 long years have passed since she parted ways with her previous band, and throughout that time she has continued to prove that she is a successful artist in her right. “Act I” manages to successfully capture all of the magic behind her live performances."[10]
Ant May from Planetmosh praised the technical aspects of the DVD, stating that "The lighting is fantastic with plenty of colour and lighting effects plus use of lasers which all combine to create great visuals." and also called the sound "flawless" and "crystal clear"[11]
^"Tarja "Act I"" (in German). Metal.de. 12 August 2012. Retrieved 2013-10-15.
^ abWalker, Lee (28 July 2012). "Tarja - Act I". Firebrand Magazine. Fire Flames Services.com. Archived from the original on 17 March 2013. Retrieved 15 October 2013.
^"Czech Albums – Top 100". ČNS IFPI. Note: On the chart page, select 37.Týden 2012 on the field besides the words "CZ – ALBUMS – TOP 100" to retrieve the correct chart. Retrieved 24 March 2022.