Hsu Hsiu-nien has been performing in Taiwanese opera since she was five years old. Having earned a reputation as the "eternal maiden" over the course of her six decades of acting, Hsu has continued to refine her skills and take on new challenges.
The traditional art of "yige," which is often used to celebrate the birthday of the goddess Matsu, has a history that stretches back centuries. Yan San-tai now works to incorporate folktales and spectacular light-and-sound effects to take it to a new level.