“A Korean-American clan's uneasy family reunion
provides the impetus for "American Hwangap."
Lloyd Suh's new play is antic and engaging
… [Trip] Cullman directs his talented cast to
a sharply pointed T … Daughter Esther
(Angela Lin), who's stumbled through life
acquiring various useless husbands, therapists and
degrees, remains sullenly resentful toward
the man who abandoned them all 15 years
ago.”
provides the impetus for "American Hwangap."
Lloyd Suh's new play is antic and engaging
… [Trip] Cullman directs his talented cast to
a sharply pointed T … Daughter Esther
(Angela Lin), who's stumbled through life
acquiring various useless husbands, therapists and
degrees, remains sullenly resentful toward
the man who abandoned them all 15 years
ago.”
 | Dennis Harvey, | |
"Among the seven cast members, Fiona
Gallagher brings a free, comic but touching ferocity
to her role as [Brianna], David Shih is a commanding
but complex presence as the Japanese host, and
Angela Lin makes a most mysterious
impression as the title role."
Gallagher brings a free, comic but touching ferocity
to her role as [Brianna], David Shih is a commanding
but complex presence as the Japanese host, and
Angela Lin makes a most mysterious
impression as the title role."
| George Hunka, | |
Donald Margulies' SHIPWRECKED!
East Coast Premiere
Long Wharf Theatre
"'Shipwrecked! An Entertainment' is just what the title
promises: a delightful, lightweight, often playfully silly
piece of candy...[Michael Countryman] is well
matched by his two co-stars, who play more
multiple characters than I could count, many
of which disregard gender. Player No. 1
(Angela Lin) is, among other things, Louis’s
gentle mother, his unworldly young wife, the
ship’s brash captain and a greedy London
publisher. "
"Angela Lin and Jeff Biehl adopt and adapt tovarious personas. The constant switching requires
split-second skill as, within a moment, the characters
change...Lin, adapting one accent or vocal tone
after another, fully triumphs. Each is versatile,
animated, and ever-active...[They] cavort and
adjust their postures accordingly as their roles demand
malleability...This requires actors who are not only fast
on their feet but also instantaneous in their reactions to
the moment. Pliability carries the day."
"[Countryman]...joined by two other equally entrancing players, Angela Lin and Jeff Biehl.
Gleefully they assume a multitude of roles,
among them Louis' over-protective mother, the sea
captain, Bruno the dog, a giant octopus, Louis'
aboriginal wife...and makers of sound and lighting
effects in plain view of the audience."
"Countryman’s two supporting actors — the exquisite Angela Lin and Jeff Biehl — play a series of
characters on short notice and with simple costume
changes."
"The acting is as consistent as it is superior. [Countryman] is accompanied by Angela Lin's
inspired performance..."
"Along the way, one is treated to a superb show and an
absorbing story—thanks, not only to [Donald] Margulies,
but to the three enormously gifted performers...
Angela Lin, who plays numerous roles, is
every bit [Countryman's] equal. Lin, in a flash,
changes from male to female, young maiden
to old crone. "
the pragmatic Viola…”
“Angela Lin is outstanding in the role of Viola. She tears into her demanding role with a vigor
and passion rarely seen…She gives her role
charisma, vulnerability, and intelligence. She
most impressed me with...her excellent
comedic timing."
“Leading the way is Angela Lin as Viola. Her tart yet tender portrayal is simply captivating.”
“Playhouse opens with a winner…Lin, who sweetly underplays throughout, is wonderful!”
“Angela Lin is marvelous...As Viola, Lin matches [Olivia's] deeply felt emotions and
energy, shining brightly in the reunion scene
with Sebastian; her raw joy is achingly real.”
“Lin's steady, poised performance turns the play's most deceptive character into its most
reliable one.”
“The storm-separated [character is] played to the hilt by Angela Lin as Viola...”
new wife Lily (Angela Lin, who's also a
poignant Belle, the girl Scrooge loses in his
quest for riches) seem to think Scrooge may
not be as far from the path of goodness as he is
sometimes portrayed."
best, look no further than the Magic Theatre’s world-
premiere production of American Hwangap by
Lloyd Suh … the play pops because Suh is a funny
writer who knows just how powerfully humor
resonates through deep pain. [Trip]
Cullman’s cast is incredibly appealing. The
greatest surprise comes in the alliances, perhaps
best of all, between distant brother David
(Ryun Yu) and lost sister Esther (Angela
Lin). There’s a scene between the two siblings late
in the 90-minute play that has them both on the
phone yet connecting in a way that will have a life-
altering effect on both of them. It’s a gorgeous
scene, beautifully written and played by Yu
and Lin.”
played solidly by Angela Lin, who has bluffed
her way into the project."
countless bit parts and joking asides. Angela
Lin is the star here; billed simply as "the
Chinese Woman," Lin appears as a
Korean orphan, a Princeton alum, and
a sex-hotline operator, among many
other roles. "
"The playwright also surprises with repeated detours into more stylized fantasy
scenes, such as when she has
Desdemona interacting with the
impoverished young Asian woman
(Angela Lin, giving the show's standout
performance) she cluelessly imagines she
has saved from poverty with sponsorship."
"The tour de force performance belongs to Angela Lin, billed as The
Chinese Woman but playing in fact
something like a dozen characters,
including not just Chinese women but,
memorably, the poor Korean orphan
whom Desdemona has been
supporting via mail order and an
entirely un-helpful Princeton alum who
is supposed to be giving Desdemona
pointers for her college application."
East Coast Premiere
Long Wharf Theatre
"'Shipwrecked! An Entertainment' is just what the title
promises: a delightful, lightweight, often playfully silly
piece of candy...[Michael Countryman] is well
matched by his two co-stars, who play more
multiple characters than I could count, many
of which disregard gender. Player No. 1
(Angela Lin) is, among other things, Louis’s
gentle mother, his unworldly young wife, the
ship’s brash captain and a greedy London
publisher. "
| Anita Gates, |
"Angela Lin and Jeff Biehl adopt and adapt to
split-second skill as, within a moment, the characters
change...Lin, adapting one accent or vocal tone
after another, fully triumphs. Each is versatile,
animated, and ever-active...[They] cavort and
adjust their postures accordingly as their roles demand
malleability...This requires actors who are not only fast
on their feet but also instantaneous in their reactions to
the moment. Pliability carries the day."
| Fred Sokol, Talkin' Broadway |
"[Countryman]...joined by two other equally
Gleefully they assume a multitude of roles,
among them Louis' over-protective mother, the sea
captain, Bruno the dog, a giant octopus, Louis'
aboriginal wife...and makers of sound and lighting
effects in plain view of the audience."
| Susan Hood, The Hartford Courant |
"Countryman’s two supporting actors — the exquisite
characters on short notice and with simple costume
changes."
| E. Kyle Minor, New Haven Register |
"The acting is as consistent as it is superior.
inspired performance..."
| Joanne Greco Rochman, Republican- | |
| American |
"Along the way, one is treated to a superb show and an
absorbing story—thanks, not only to [Donald] Margulies,
but to the three enormously gifted performers...
Angela Lin, who plays numerous roles, is
every bit [Countryman's] equal. Lin, in a flash,
changes from male to female, young maiden
to old crone. "
| Irene Backalenick, nytheatrescene.com | |
SAKE with the HAIKU GEISHA
World Premiere, Off-Broadway
Gotham Stage
"The actors in Japanese roles bring the
most nuance to the material...Lin gives the
Geisha's mother, a factory worker saddled with an
unwanted pregnancy, spunk and backbone
when she could have opted for bland
passivity."
World Premiere, Off-Broadway
Gotham Stage
"The actors in Japanese roles bring the
most nuance to the material...Lin gives the
Geisha's mother, a factory worker saddled with an
unwanted pregnancy, spunk and backbone
when she could have opted for bland
passivity."
| Mark Blankenship, | |
METAMORPHOSES
Pioneer Theatre Company
“Plunge into PTC's playful, poignant Metamorphoses...
Each of the ten cast members play a handful of
characters and narrators. Standouts include
Angela Lin, whose anguish as Alcyone is
searing.”
Pioneer Theatre Company
“Plunge into PTC's playful, poignant Metamorphoses...
Each of the ten cast members play a handful of
characters and narrators. Standouts include
Angela Lin, whose anguish as Alcyone is
searing.”
| Brandon Griggs, Salt Lake Tribune | |
TWELFTH NIGHT
Co-production:
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park &
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
“Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is living up to its Tony
Award for Regional Theatre with season opener Twelfth
Night...Twelfth Night is breathtaking!…Lin
commands her spot on the paved stage…
[She] is a fine Viola, giving her heart and mind.”
“Angela Lin delivers the finest performance as
Co-production:
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park &
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
“Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is living up to its Tony
Award for Regional Theatre with season opener Twelfth
Night...Twelfth Night is breathtaking!…Lin
commands her spot on the paved stage…
[She] is a fine Viola, giving her heart and mind.”
| Jackie Demaline, Cincinnati Enquirer |
“Angela Lin delivers the finest performance as
| Mark Bretz, KDHX-FM St. Louis |
“Angela Lin is outstanding in the role of Viola.
and passion rarely seen…She gives her role
charisma, vulnerability, and intelligence. She
most impressed me with...her excellent
comedic timing."
| Jim Campbell, Playback St. Louis |
“Leading the way is Angela Lin as Viola. Her
| Steve Allen, KFUO-FM St. Louis |
“Playhouse opens with a winner…Lin, who sweetly
| Jerry Stein, Cincinnati Post |
“Angela Lin is marvelous...As Viola, Lin
energy, shining brightly in the reunion scene
with Sebastian; her raw joy is achingly real.”
| Deanna Jent, Riverfront Times |
“Lin's steady, poised performance turns the
reliable one.”
| Judith Newmark, St. Louis Post-Dispatch |
“The storm-separated [character is] played to
| Joe Pollack, KWMU-FM St. Louis | |
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
McCarter Theatre
"Angela Lin is so winning as
[Scrooge's] lost love that Scrooge
looks doubly foolish for ditching her."
"...Wonderful people such as Fred's
McCarter Theatre
"Angela Lin is so winning as
[Scrooge's] lost love that Scrooge
looks doubly foolish for ditching her."
| Peter Filichia, The Star-Ledger |
"...Wonderful people such as Fred's
poignant Belle, the girl Scrooge loses in his
quest for riches) seem to think Scrooge may
not be as far from the path of goodness as he is
sometimes portrayed."
| Ted Otten, The Times | |
CORAM BOY
Broadway's Imperial Theatre
"Director Melly Still's triumphant production,
a hit at London's National Theatre, is stuffed
to the gills: with alchemic stagecraft,
nightmarish evil, and transcendent beauty ...
a boisterous and unfashionably earnest tear-
jerker. They certainly don't make them like
this anymore. I'm not sure they ever did....An
earlier scene in which an
inconsolable mother (Angela Lin)
abandons her newborn girl, followed
by the protracted depiction of the
baby's ghastly fate, is as
uncompromising an image of evil as
you'll find on stage."
Broadway's Imperial Theatre
"Director Melly Still's triumphant production,
a hit at London's National Theatre, is stuffed
to the gills: with alchemic stagecraft,
nightmarish evil, and transcendent beauty ...
a boisterous and unfashionably earnest tear-
jerker. They certainly don't make them like
this anymore. I'm not sure they ever did....An
earlier scene in which an
inconsolable mother (Angela Lin)
abandons her newborn girl, followed
by the protracted depiction of the
baby's ghastly fate, is as
uncompromising an image of evil as
you'll find on stage."
| Eric Grode, The New York Sun | |
"[Charles] Morey's cast delivers some memorable
performances...Angela Lin shines as Alcyone."
performances...Angela Lin shines as Alcyone."
| Ivan M. Lincoln, Deseret Morning News | |
"...the multi-talented Angela Lin and Jeff Biehl,
characters...It is Lin and Biehl who steal the show,
for both are extremely adept at seamlessly
shifting from one character to the next. At
various times during the show, Lin plays
DeRougemont's mother, a cannibal maiden...,
a warring tribe (yes, a tribe!) of aborigines, a
salty sea captain and a self-important
publisher."
characters...It is Lin and Biehl who steal the show,
for both are extremely adept at seamlessly
shifting from one character to the next. At
various times during the show, Lin plays
DeRougemont's mother, a cannibal maiden...,
a warring tribe (yes, a tribe!) of aborigines, a
salty sea captain and a self-important
publisher."
| Geary Danihy, Brooks Community | |
| Newspapers |
"Accompanying [deRougemont] on his quest are the
versatile Angela Lin and Jeff Biehl, who play
everyone from Australian aborigines to adoring fans to
caustic critics, faithful wife to the Queen of England."
versatile Angela Lin and Jeff Biehl, who play
everyone from Australian aborigines to adoring fans to
caustic critics, faithful wife to the Queen of England."
| Bonnie Goldberg, Middletown Press | |
"As a boy, [deRougemont] is tied ever so tightly to his
mother, young and old, played beautifully by
Angela Lin, who is also the crazy sea captain, and his
wife, and many other characters."
mother, young and old, played beautifully by
Angela Lin, who is also the crazy sea captain, and his
wife, and many other characters."
| Rosalind Friedman, WMNR 88.1 FM | |
"The cast is uniformly quite good, my
particular favorites being the unnaturally
natural Fiona Gallagher and the fragile Angela
Lin in the title role."
particular favorites being the unnaturally
natural Fiona Gallagher and the fragile Angela
Lin in the title role."
| Morgan Wycks, nyconstage.org | |
"In Randall David Cook's compelling and jolting
drama...we meet a geisha (Angela Lin)...She
moves with power and conviction,
performing a graceful dance that ends as
suddenly as it begins. Facing the audience,
she hunches her shoulders, sheds her robe,
and stands before us in a starched white shirt
and stiff black business skirt. It is here that her
heartrending story begins...where the
mysterious geisha boldly bares her soul."
drama...we meet a geisha (Angela Lin)...She
moves with power and conviction,
performing a graceful dance that ends as
suddenly as it begins. Facing the audience,
she hunches her shoulders, sheds her robe,
and stands before us in a starched white shirt
and stiff black business skirt. It is here that her
heartrending story begins...where the
mysterious geisha boldly bares her soul."
| Adrienne Cea, offoffonline.com | |
"...[Sumiko] Matsushita, a young woman,
played heartbreakingly by Angela Lin..."
played heartbreakingly by Angela Lin..."
| Andrew Propst, American Theater Web | |
"Angela Lin is engaging as the Haiku Geisha."
| Adam Klasfeld, TheaterMania | |
“Much of the humor and poignant
impact of Suh's impressive new play
resides in the lonely distances between
every person on stage. '[American]
impact of Suh's impressive new play
resides in the lonely distances between
every person on stage. '[American]
Hwangap' is as refreshingly original in its point of
view as in its quirky humor and affecting
relationships. It's also brilliantly performed,
staged with beguiling ingenuity by Trip Cullman
…The open hostility of twice-divorced,
perpetual grad student Esther has resonant
nuances in Angela Lin's conflicted
portrayal."
“To see simple, expert stagecraft at its very
view as in its quirky humor and affecting
relationships. It's also brilliantly performed,
staged with beguiling ingenuity by Trip Cullman
…The open hostility of twice-divorced,
perpetual grad student Esther has resonant
nuances in Angela Lin's conflicted
portrayal."
| Robert Hurwitt, San Francisco Chronicle |
“To see simple, expert stagecraft at its very
premiere production of American Hwangap by
Lloyd Suh … the play pops because Suh is a funny
writer who knows just how powerfully humor
resonates through deep pain. [Trip]
Cullman’s cast is incredibly appealing. The
greatest surprise comes in the alliances, perhaps
best of all, between distant brother David
(Ryun Yu) and lost sister Esther (Angela
Lin). There’s a scene between the two siblings late
in the 90-minute play that has them both on the
phone yet connecting in a way that will have a life-
altering effect on both of them. It’s a gorgeous
scene, beautifully written and played by Yu
and Lin.”
| Chad Jones, San Francisco Examiner | |
AMERICAN HWANGAP
World Premiere
Magic Theatre, San Francisco
World Premiere
Magic Theatre, San Francisco
SECRET ORDER
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
"Brainy, taut and psychologically complex, the
production reaffirms the Studio's stature as the
most stimulating theater in town...Lawson and
Lin conduct one purely clinical exchange
that mounts so steadily in its rhythms,
they might as well be playing 'Bolero'."
"...Ms. Lin is utterly credible as his manic
and devoted assistant."
"Assisting the young Doctor is a pre-med student,
The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis
"Brainy, taut and psychologically complex, the
production reaffirms the Studio's stature as the
most stimulating theater in town...Lawson and
Lin conduct one purely clinical exchange
that mounts so steadily in its rhythms,
they might as well be playing 'Bolero'."
| Judith Newmark, St. Louis Post- | |
| Dispatch |
"...Ms. Lin is utterly credible as his manic
and devoted assistant."
| Chuck Lavazzi, KDHX-FM |
"Assisting the young Doctor is a pre-med student,
her way into the project."
| Harry Hamm, KMOX-AM | |
CHING CHONG CHINAMAN
Off-Broadway, Pan-Asian Repertory Theater
"Ching Chong Chinaman...makes for a lively,
likable show...its cast rarely tires...And Angela
Lin, in a host of smaller parts, is
consistently inspired."
"'Ching Chong Chinaman' shines in its
Off-Broadway, Pan-Asian Repertory Theater
"Ching Chong Chinaman...makes for a lively,
likable show...its cast rarely tires...And Angela
Lin, in a host of smaller parts, is
consistently inspired."
| Ken Jaworowski, |
"'Ching Chong Chinaman' shines in its
Lin is the star here; billed simply as "the
Chinese Woman," Lin appears as a
Korean orphan, a Princeton alum, and
a sex-hotline operator, among many
other roles. "
| Nicole Villeneuve, Backstage |
"The playwright also surprises with repeated
scenes, such as when she has
Desdemona interacting with the
impoverished young Asian woman
(Angela Lin, giving the show's standout
performance) she cluelessly imagines she
has saved from poverty with sponsorship."
| Patrick Lee, TheaterMania.com |
"The tour de force performance
Chinese Woman but playing in fact
something like a dozen characters,
including not just Chinese women but,
memorably, the poor Korean orphan
whom Desdemona has been
supporting via mail order and an
entirely un-helpful Princeton alum who
is supposed to be giving Desdemona
pointers for her college application."
| Martin Denton, nytheatre.com | |