Joo Won Shin was born and raised in South Korea. She is currently living in New York City as an artist.
"...Her intonations and style are exquisite and she is truly on the precipice of becoming a global megastar. Squid Game's director and I both agreed that she was perfect for the song and chose her over countless others that we were considering..." _ Jaeil Jung, Music Composer, "Squid Game" (Netflix drama series)
"...I saw in her not only a musical singer, but a vibrant creative artist who had the most uncanny ability to infuse the production with so much soul and heart...Ms Shin has a beautiful eye for music. She places high standards on herself for the quality of music she produces. She is interested and willing to learn more to stretch her skillset..." _ Brian Ahn, Stage Director, Tenor, Playwright & Theatre Educator
"...It was clear to me from the outset that Joo Won's starring role would be critical to the overall success of the production .." _ Jiyoung Chang, Composer/Music Director of the Musical, "Just Another"
"...Ms Shin is very gifted, hardworking, disciplined, and imaginative actress and singer... She is receptive to new ideas, takes criticism easily and embraces the challenge of any new project. She has an enthusiasm, a joy, When acting that is contagious. Joo won has the talent, skill, discipline, and creativeness, to be an asset to America's theatrical community..." _ Diane Ciesla (Motion Picture), AMDA faculty member.
“…Her work was so exceptional that she selected to represent the entire musical theatre department in the final demonstration of the semester…” _ Stacy Lee Tilton, Accomplished performer, Director, Teacher and Mentor.
“…After one conversation with her, it was not difficult for me to instantly notice her talent as a contemporary singer and I am not at all surprised that she has evolved into one of the most remarkable, innovative and creative vocalists that I have encountered in my days…She is one of the most remarkable vocalists I’ve ever worded with and her power as a performer to convey visceral emotions in nearly unparalleled…” _ Robert Frost(independent expert), Music Director & Voice Faculty member of NYU, New Studio on Broadway.