"L’Impresario is an obscure, classical era opera.  Ms. Henderson’s creation of costumes for a double cast opera was purely the result of her interpreting my concept. No extant templates exist for this, so this was a true example of her creativity. I would welcome the opportunity to work with her again.”
                                                             -William Florescu,
​Former Director
Florentine Opera

“Even in the most difficult and challenging moments, Stephanie's tact, commitment and professionalism were so evident that she earned the respect, appreciation, and even affection of all with whom she worked: directors, administrators, singers, assistants.”
-Professor Emeritus Francois Loup

“I have observed what I would call layers to the costumes she designs. This has an effect of making the costumes look as though they are lived in by the character and not simply articles for an actor to wear. It gives depth to the design and the character.”
As an educator, she creates opportunities for students and nurtures their abilities and interests. She is a collaborative, constructive and an energetic colleague.”
                                                     -Mac Smotherman,
                Professor (UTC)

"Stephanie is the ideal collaborator.  She is a self-starter of the first order with boundless creativity and innovation.  Stephanie arrives "on day one" knowing the text as well as anyone at the table, and all of  her ideas are rooted directly in the script.  As a director, I particularly appreciate that I can give Stephanie a small kernel of an idea, and she takes off running, evolving it into a completed design that is more beautiful and nuanced than I could have envisioned."                       -Zach Fischer, Chair, Department of Theatre, Albion College