Emily of Emerald Hill

"It is hard to fault Ivan’s performance that showcases a woman at all the various stages in her life, where only an accomplished actor could have held up the over two-hour long monologue with such gusto and expression."

Fifo.sg

"Bravo, Ivan, bravo! You deserve that standing ovation from the audience, having delivered an impeccable performance in W!ld Rice's 10th anniversary production of Emily on Emerald Hill. You knew exactly when the audience needed a joke or two, but never sacrificed any emotional moments for these spontaneous wisecracks."

The Flying Inkpot

"Heng’s timing is superb; it took only a sly grin or the raise of an eyebrow at the right moment to get the audience giggling. When she came out to collect her bouquet and the audience stood in ovation, Emily had a tear in her eye and so did I, such was the power of this sharp, unpredictable character."

Melbourne Festival eNews

"The standing ovation is rare in Melbourne, and reserved for the very best performances. It’s wonderful that this production from Singapore has moved Australian audiences in such a profound way, and it’s very deserving."

Mary Ellen King, General Manager, Melbourne Festival

"A dizzying engagement with the androgyny of identity. It was impossible not to be moved."

The Edge

"It was absolutely brilliant!!!!! It moved the audience to tears from both sadness and laughter. It left an indelible impression on me, and is undoubtedly one of the best performances I have ever seen. Outstanding!"

HK Magazine

"It's a great great great piece of theatre - I came out feeling good and feeling changed. It's been a long time since I was this affected by the theatre. The whole thing wasn't at all sensationalised. Rather, Emily was very sensitively portrayed, and totally believable."

Radio Three Hong Kong

"A damn good piece of theatre."

TODAY

"Stellar performance."

SPH The Straits Times Life!