Lim's acting career began on the stage, when in 1974, he starred in Robert Yeo's landmark play, "Are You There, Singapore?" for the Experimental Theatre Club.
Lim's acting career began on the stage, when he auditioned for a production while being bored during National Service. In 1974, he starred in Robert Yeo's landmark play, "Are You There, Singapore?" for the Experimental Theatre Club.