Jeffrey Ho
Jeffrey Ho Wai-lung was a Hong Kong actor and director. He founded Wan Chai Theatre. In addition to stage performances, he also appeared in film and television productions. One of his most recognizable roles was as the unscrupulous real estate company owner So Chung in the sitcom City Japes.
Biography
Ho was born in Hong Kong and later traveled to Canada to pursue drama studies. He graduated from York University and received professional training at the National Theatre School of Canada. After returning to Hong Kong in 1979, he became one of the first full-time actors of the Hong Kong Repertory Theatre after being interviewed by Chung King-fai. Ho remained active on the local stage thereafter.From 1987 to 1992, he served as artistic director of the Wan Chai Theatre, dedicating himself to the promotion of amateur and community theatre and to nurturing a new generation of theatre practitioners. In 1993, he rejoined the Hong Kong Repertory Theatre as assistant artistic director until 2002.
Death
Ho suffered from congenital diabetes, which later led to kidney failure, requiring a kidney transplant. After the transplant, long-term use of steroids and anti-rejection medication caused bodily swelling, and his mobility declined in his later years. He passed away on 7 January 2014, at the age of 58. A memorial service was held on 27 January.Work
Theatre
Acting
Hedda Gabler as Judge BrackMarat/Sade as Marquis de SadeKing Lear as Lear - directed by Daniel Yang- Christopher Sergel's Black Elk Speaks as Black Elk - directed by Daniel Yang
Directing
Absurd Person Singular Der Besuch der alten Dame- Raymond To's Miss To Sup-neung The Servant of Two Masters
- ''The Imaginary Invalid''