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Taipei Performing Arts Center
Art center in Shilin, Taipei, Taiwan From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Taipei Performing Arts Center (TPAC; traditional Chinese: 臺北表演藝術中心; simplified Chinese: 台北表演艺术中心; pinyin: Táiběi Biǎoyǎn Yìshù Zhōngxīn) is a performance center in Shilin District, Taipei, Taiwan.
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History
The construction of the center began in 2012.[1] The center construction topped out on 27 August 2014.[2] On 31 August 2016, the center facade was revealed.[3] The structure was constructed with a cost of NT$5.4 billion.[4] The center had a trial opening in March–May 2022 before it officially opened on 2 July 2022.[5]
Architecture
The center was designed by David Gianotten and Rem Koolhaas at Office for Metropolitan Architecture.[6] It has geometrical shapes with a total space area of 50,000 m2.[3][7] At the center, there is a cube-shaped structure. It also consists the sphere-shaped playhouse which has a capacity of 800 seats. The Grand Theater is an asymmetrical-shaped building which has a capacity of 1,500 seats. The Blue Box for experimental performances has a capacity of 500 seats.[8] The Grand Theatre and Blue Box can operate independently or merge into a Super Theatre, offering flexible spaces that promise a special theatre experience.
The theatre’s elevated design resembles a floating planet, with sleek lines that create a fantastical aesthetic within the city—harmonizing the familiar with the surreal. Bustling street scenes below are transformed into a captivating play that runs 24 hours a day.
TPAC also includes a unique design, “Publicloooooop”, a circular pathway that allows the audience to explore the hidden corners of the stage and the corridors used by cast and crew. The building is owned by the Department of Cultural Affairs, Taipei City Government.[9]
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Mission
With the mission to “Open for All to See a Wider World,” the Taipei Performing Arts Center (TPAC) is designed to invite people to explore and enjoy the arts in a contemporary theatre setting. TPAC opens up new possibilities for artistic expression through continuous innovation, sparking audiences' curiosity about art while bringing performances to unexpected places.
TPAC offers a wide range of engagement activities and hosts major events and festivals. It also facilitates international exchange programs and is dedicated to nurturing and showcasing contemporary art on a global scale. With the goal of engaging audiences of all ages, TPAC shares the excitement of the performing arts with everyone.
Transportation
The center is accessible from Jiantan Station of Taipei Metro.
Gallery
Taipei Performing Arts Center in 2023
Aerial photograph
Globe Playhouse interior
See also
References
External links
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