Jeon Hye-jin Conquers Stage with 'Laios,' Performing 18 Roles Solo to Raving Reviews

Actress Jeon Hye-jin has successfully concluded her theatrical run in 'Laios,' a play where she boldly took on the challenge of portraying 18 distinct characters entirely on her own.

From June 6th to 22nd, at the National Theater of Korea in Myeongdong, 'ANTHROPOLIS II – Laios' showcased Jeon Hye-jin as the sole performer, masterfully embodying not only the titular character Laios but also a total of 18 different individuals, driving the narrative forward.

Having sold out all performances in advance, 'Laios' garnered immense attention. The play, relying solely on Jeon Hye-jin's commanding presence, became a hot topic of conversation due to its relentless 105-minute display of acting prowess, earning widespread word-of-mouth praise.

As the second installment of Roland Schimmelpfennig's 'ANTHROPOLIS tetralogy' and its premiere in Korea, 'Laios' had already been met with high expectations from theater enthusiasts. Jeon Hye-jin's performance, transforming seamlessly between 18 characters, was described as an "acting power show" that left audiences in awe.

Upon her entrance with a simple "Hello, I am Jeon Hye-jin," the actress shed her own identity and immersed herself into each character moment by moment. She transitioned from the aged Laios to a 20-year-old version, then embodied familiar mythological figures such as Jocasta, Creon, and Oedipus, delivering a performance that kept the audience captivated without a single dull moment.

Her versatile portrayal spanned from a boy with a melodious voice to an elderly man speaking in a distinct dialect, showcasing an infinite spectrum of her acting abilities and drawing the audience into the story's vortex.

Despite the continuous 105-minute performance without an intermission, Jeon Hye-jin infused the theater with immense energy through her dynamic movements, swiftly ascending and descending the tiered stage and even maneuvering around on a motorcycle. Her tireless breath control and vocal projection turned the stage into her playground, dictating the rhythm and flow of the entire production.

Returning to the theater after a decade, Jeon Hye-jin exceeded expectations with her extraordinary acting skills. She successfully completed the demanding run amidst a flood of critical acclaim, with audience members describing the experience as "shocking for the first time in my life," "this is a real acting power show," and "even knowing she's a great actress, she was truly amazing."

Having successfully concluded 'Laios,' Jeon Hye-jin is now preparing for her next project, the drama 'Rookie Chairman Kang Hae-ja.' She is set to play Kang Jae-kyung, a highly goal-oriented individual who stops at nothing once she sets her mind on something, and who possesses formidable combat skills honed from a lifetime of rivalry with her twin sister.

Netizens reacted with awe, commenting things like, "Actress Jeon Hye-jin is truly insane... 18 roles by herself?", "It was a must-see play... I'll definitely go next time!", and "As expected, an actress you can trust! Looking forward to her next project too."