“Chen has a marvelously understated quality that allows him to achieve subtle layers of meaning and depths of feeling in his characterization of Bao”
-theatremania.com

“James Chen’s ... quiet, centered work aptly dramatizes the character's inner core of great strength.”
-backstage.com

“James Chen's ... performance [is] powerful and believable... Bao's story, as well as ... delivery dominate, especially as the play approaches its culmination.”
-curtainup.com

“James Chen is thoroughly delightful as Jinqiang, especially in scenes where he gets to show off some impressive tap dancing skills ... and where he discovers that dance is indeed a universal language.”
-nytheatre.com

“Chen's surprising dance sequences are a riot.”
-backstage.com

“As Jinqiang, James Chen makes the most of a role that initially positions him as a spectator.”
-New York Times