Choi Soo Young is receiving positive reviews for her performance in the play “The Merchant of Venice,” marking her return to theater after three years.
The production opened on July 8 and features a well known cast led by veteran actors Shin Goo and Park Geun Hyung.
Choi Soo Young plays Portia, an intelligent and confident heiress who becomes an important figure in the story’s major courtroom conflict. Without revealing key details, her character uses courage and quick thinking to influence the direction of the case.
Audience members have praised Choi Soo Young’s clear delivery, emotional acting, and strong presence on stage. Her performance during the courtroom scene has received particular attention for its confidence and intensity.
Viewers commented that “she matches the character very well” and “naturally handles both emotional and funny scenes.” Others said Portia’s confident personality suits the actress.
Choi Soo Young also shared how meaningful the production has become to her.
“Every time we perform, I feel sad that time continues to pass,” she wrote on social media. “I wish I could attach a weight to time and make it move more slowly.”
She continued, “I am grateful that I can share such valuable moments with everyone. I will happily enjoy every minute and second of the remaining performances. I will see you on stage.”
Her performance has shown a different side of the actress as she combines the emotional detail developed through dramas and movies with the energy required for live theater.
Meanwhile, Choi Soo Young recently confirmed the end of her long public relationship with actor Jung Kyung Ho.
