The costumes were marvellous, the acting-spot on. Imaginarts’ Romeo and Juliet brought Shakespeare closer to home... What makes this production stand out from the rest is in its Asian style costumes, smooth delivery, excellent acting and modern interpretation that together form a tight and cohesive presentation. The colours and exquisiteness of the costume design were awe-inspiring and eye candy for the stage. The delivery of the language was flawless. Although I wasn’t quite expecting halting accents, the sheer smoothness and eloquence blew me away.
Emphasis was spot on considering the fact that it is archaic language spouting from the mouths of Singaporeans. To say that Imaginarts Romeo and Juliet was a theatrical success is probably an understatement. More accurately is that, truly this will be a yardstick of comparison for many future Romeo and Juliet productions.

(Yvonne Phua, Happening.com, 1 July 2001)

The cast sparkled. Keagan Kang in particular, was thoroughly deserving of his applause. His Mercutio was a dashing hooligan with a runaway mouth. Amber Simon also deserves mention… she grew into her role sensitively as the evening went on.
(Suhaila Sulaiman, The Straits Times, 5 July 2001)

Congratulations on an outstanding performance. We have seen “Romeo and Juliet” so many times that it was really good to see you bringing some interesting new dimensions to it with your multi-cultural cast. They were a great credit to your direction.

(Paul Madden, Acting High Commissioner, British High Commission, 3 July 2001)