Event Introductions:
Dadaocheng Historical District is one of Taipei's oldest neighborhoods where many treasured arts & cultures originated. In the early 1900's, the world-renowned Taiwanese Oolong tea was exported from this very trading port of the North. Subsequently, the legendary tea-gold prosperity along the Tam Sui River was born. During this golden era, while tea merchants busy holding lavish parties to entertain important clients & guests, traditional theatrical arts were also flourished and became even more popular. Thus the nickname "theatrical Grotto" started.
This year, we'll follow the footsteps of Dadaocheng tea merchants and rediscover the connections between the tea-gold legend and the local theatrical theme. Among these unique theatrical arts, there're the southern pipe, glove puppets and the Taiwanese opera, just to name a few. Join us on this intriguing adventure of rich culture & history of Formosa. The vivid & exciting Dadaocheng Historic District awaits you to dive in and explore.
Event Highlights:
Historic District tour
* Discover the development of tea business in the Dadoacheng neighborhood
* Explore Di-Hua Street and architectures of historic building fronts
Glove Puppetry Demo & workshop
* Glove puppetry performance
* Hands-on experience & operate glove puppets
Southern Pipe Ensemble performance & workshop
* Southern pipe ensemble performance
* Hands-on experience unique traditional southern pipe instruments
Taiwanese Opera Cosplay
* Experience traditional Taiwanese Opera costumes dress-up
* Learning basic Taiwanese opera movement techniques
Reminders:
- Events are free of charge, except a minimum order of 1 beverage per person after entering the venue.
- Due to limited availability, please kindly report back to event organizer in case of cancellation.
- In case of emergency or unexpected events, organizer may adjust itinerary as needed.
- Participants’ portraits may be used for event records and promotions.
Experiential programs for expats (foreigners only, English ver.)
Session 1
Historic District tour + Glove Puppetry Demo & workshop
Apr. 19th 10:00 (about 100~120mins)
Session 2
Historic District tour + Glove Puppetry Demo & workshop
Apr. 20th 14:00 (about 100~120mins)
Session 3
Historic District tour + Southern Pipe Ensemble performance & workshop
Apr. 26th 10:00 (about 100~120mins)
Session 4
Historic District tour + Taiwanese Opera Cosplay
Apr. 27th 15:00 (about 100~120mins)
How to come the meeting point and chick-in：
You can take the MRT to Beimen(北門) Station（Green Line), take Exit 3 and walk north for about 10 minutes to the meeting point: 永樂市場 Yong-le Market 1st floor front entrance (circular bench), Our guide is recognized with a white signboard saying "戲春大稻埕". Please meet 10 minutes earlier in advance.
Spring Theatrical Art Festival in Dadaocheng:
Based on the unique heritage of “ theater grotto”, programs were designed to incorporate various traditional theatrical performances with local holidays & festivities. Cultural preservation & appreciation of the Dadoacheng are then accomplished through emphasis in different facets of this vibrant historic community.
