At 72, Malaysian theatre veteran Lim Soon Heng still commands the spotlight


Playing the character of Malvolio is a challenge Lim relishes. — Photos: LIM SOON HENG

When Lim Soon Heng takes to the stage as the pompous Malvolio in KL Shakespeare Players’ (KLSP) upcoming production of Twelfth Night, he’ll be doing more than just playing a role – he’ll continue making a declaration that age is no barrier to living a life filled with energy, creativity and purpose.

At 72, Lim is not only KLSP’s executive director, but also one of its dynamic performers. He’s gearing up for a physically comedic role that demands precise timing, emotional nuance and quite a bit of theatrical flair. So what inspires this septuagenarian to keep leaping into the spotlight?

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