Cloud Gate Dance Theatre's double dance works "A Blue Place" and "Come"

Chiayi County Performing Arts Center, Taibao City, Taiwan

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Type: Modern Ballet

City: Taibao City, Taiwan

Starts at: 14:30

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Cast

Performers

Ballet company: Cloud Gate Dance Theatre

Creators

Artistic Director: Cheng Tsung-lung

Music: John Tavener

Assistant Choreographer: Lee Ching-chun

Choreography: Zheng Zonglong

Overview

Cloud Gate Dance Theatre presents a double bill of contemporary dance works — A Blue Place and Come — at the Chiayi County Performing Arts Center.
These two contrasting yet complementary pieces invite the audience into a poetic dialogue between stillness and movement, introspection and connection, revealing the depth and refinement of Cloud Gate’s unique choreographic language.

Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan, one of Asia’s most renowned contemporary dance companies, brings to the stage a double dance program featuring A Blue Place and Come.
Though distinct in mood and form, these two works are united by a deep exploration of the human inner world, space, and the body’s relationship to time and emotion.

A Blue Place unfolds as a meditative journey — a space of calm reflection where movement emerges with restraint, precision, and quiet intensity. The choreography evokes a sense of openness and contemplation, allowing the audience to enter a realm of subtle emotional resonance.

In contrast, Come offers a more dynamic and intimate perspective. Through fluid motion and expressive physicality, the work explores themes of encounter, presence, and connection. The dancers’ interactions create a vivid emotional landscape, balancing vulnerability and strength.

Presented at the Chiayi County Performing Arts Center, this double bill showcases Cloud Gate’s signature fusion of Eastern philosophy and contemporary movement, offering audiences a profound and immersive dance experience marked by elegance, depth, and timeless beauty.

History

Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan is one of the most renowned contemporary dance companies in the world. Founded in 1973 by choreographer Lin Hwai-min, the company is celebrated for its unique fusion of modern dance, traditional Asian movement, martial arts, calligraphy, and philosophy. Cloud Gate’s performances are known for their meditative beauty, precision, and deep spiritual expression.

Synopsis

Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan is Asia’s first contemporary dance company and one of the most influential dance institutions on the global stage. Established in 1973 by legendary choreographer Lin Hwai-min, Cloud Gate has developed a distinctive artistic language that blends modern dance techniques with elements of traditional Chinese culture, including tai chi, qigong, martial arts, calligraphy, poetry, and Eastern philosophy.

The company’s name refers to an ancient Chinese dance mentioned in classical texts, symbolizing harmony between heaven and earth. Cloud Gate’s performances are characterized by fluid movement, sculptural imagery, minimalist aesthetics, and a profound sense of inner stillness. Their works often explore themes of nature, history, identity, and the human spirit.

Cloud Gate has toured extensively across Europe, Asia, the Americas, and Australia, performing at leading festivals and prestigious venues such as the Lincoln Center, Sadler’s Wells, Théâtre de la Ville, and major international dance festivals. The company is widely acclaimed for redefining contemporary dance through a uniquely Asian perspective, earning numerous international awards and critical acclaim.

Venue Info

Chiayi County Performing Arts Center - Taibao City
No. 265號, Section 2, Jianguo Rd, Minxiong Township, Chiayi County, Taiwan 621

Chiayi County Performing Arts Center is a modern cultural venue in Taibao City, Taiwan, dedicated to performing arts, including dance, music, theatre, and interdisciplinary productions. It serves as a key artistic hub for the Chiayi region and international touring companies.

Chiayi County Performing Arts Center is one of the leading cultural institutions in southern Taiwan, located in Taibao City, the administrative capital of Chiayi County. Designed as a multifunctional arts complex, the center plays a significant role in promoting performing arts and cultural exchange at both national and international levels.

The venue features a large main auditorium equipped with modern stage technology, excellent acoustics, and flexible seating arrangements, making it suitable for large-scale dance productions, symphonic concerts, operas, and theatrical performances. In addition, the complex includes smaller performance spaces, rehearsal rooms, and exhibition areas that support experimental projects, educational programs, and community initiatives.

The center regularly hosts performances by Taiwanese and international artists, including contemporary dance companies, orchestras, opera ensembles, and touring productions. Through its diverse programming, Chiayi County Performing Arts Center contributes to the cultural development of the region and serves as a bridge between local traditions and global artistic trends.