“Walking On Spectrum” is a 1-hour medley show exploring different ways to tell one’s life story through comedy, storytelling, and spoken word poetry. Juliana Heng is a stand-up comedian, storyteller, and spoken word poet based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. They have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Having ASD does not make one immune to life challenges, why not live life with a spunk? Be prepared to be moved, laugh, and celebrate life with Juliana!

 

“Walking On Spectrum, a funny and eye-opening glimpse into life with autism by the online globetrotting comedian and spoken word poet, Juliana Heng. If you are curious or you know somebody who walks on the spectrum, check out their show and support the arts. I watched it during the first run on The ADELAIDE FRINGE View 2020 in May 2020 and was blown away by their work. Juliana is a positive light that comes out of these dark times.” says Soness Stevens, Comedian / Emcee / Voice Artist / TED Speaker.

“Walking on Spectrum” was voted:

~ “Most Inspiring Work” at The Asheville FRINGE Arts Festival 2021,

~ “Best Comedy” & “The Borderlands and Beyond Award” at the Tucson Fringe Festival 2021.

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Juliana Heng is an autistic, non-binary stand-up comedian from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

They are the founder of I Laugh KL Comedy Show. Juliana is one of the Top 16 Finalists of GELAK : GEMPAK, a comedy reality TV show in Malaysia. They are also the Finalist of Bangkok International Comedy Competition 2019, KING GONG at The Comedy Store - London (December 2019) & BEAT THE FROG at The Frog & Bucket Comedy Club, Manchester (January 2020).

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Premiere was performed live with a live Q&A with the artists following the performance.