Taipei Quyi Tuan’s annual blockbuster, Taipei Dawancha, is a gem of theatrical tradition that offers audiences more than just a rich cultural experience; it promises three hours of laughter and joy, bridging the past and present with humour and heritage.

Mansai Nomura, an esteemed Kyogen actor and designated preserver of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Japan, eloquently describes Kyogen’s stage as a crossroad where the threads of comedy and the tapestry of life come together.

As a cornerstone of the Taiwan Traditional Theatre Centre, the “2023 Keep On Dreaming” program stands as a beacon for opera performers in Taiwan and beyond.

This winter, Japanese storytellers travelled to Taiwan, bringing with them their sit-down comedy tradition “Rakugo”.