Bulareyaung opens for Taichung theater
Loud sounds thunder around the National Taichung Theater as Bulareyaung Dance Company performs “Qaciljay,” which means “stone” in the Paiwan language. The dance represents the vitality of Taiwan and celebrates the grand opening of the National Taichung Theater by unveiling a new chapter in Taiwan’s performance arts.
Aesthetics of the Taichung theater
Designed by Japanese architect Toyo Ito,the pillar-free and curvaceous walls of the National Taichung Theater deftly integrate art with nature. The classic design was highly praised by Vice President Chen Chien-jen.
A decade of immense challenges
After 10 years of construction and immense architectural challenges,the National Taichung Theater finally opens to the public and joins the ranks of the world’s most iconic landmarks. Almost 30 years after the construction of the National Theater and Concert Hall, a new national venue has been established for Taiwan’s performance arts. The National Taichung Theater is truly a monolith of modern architecture.