STAGE #04. Lightjet C Print
Chiayi County,Taiwan, 2008
STAGE #07. Lightjet C Print
Miaoli County,Taiwan, 2010
STAGE #15. Lightjet C Print
Kaohsiung County,Taiwan, 2008
STAGE
CHAO-LIANG SHEN
Since the 1970s, Taiwan society has developed a unique cabaret culture. In the early years, towns would invite performing groups to sing and dance for a variety of occasions ranging from wedding banquets and funerals to religious ceremonies. In order to move conveniently around the country, they chose to perform in modest theatre set ups – usually in a camp or on a truck modified specifically for the performance.
As Taiwan gradually developed into a more industrial and modernized economy, the performances evolved through the introduction of new technologies and equipment for special effects. Despite these changes, the traditional elements of Taiwanese cabaret can still be found today – joyful, spontaneous, innovative and highly interactive shows for generations of Taiwanese audiences from all walks of life and in every corner of the island.
This photographic series focuses on the moving stage itself, usually a truck theatre may weigh from 8 to 15 tons, and is regarded as an integral part of the performance that can attract a considerable number of people.
The “truck theaters” presented here are either the most popular or unique ones used in cabaret performances today. It is hoped that, through this “window” of these colorful “truck theaters”, the diversity and richness of Taiwanese culture can be introduced to more people from around the world.
Shen Chao-Liang was born in Tainan, R.O.C(Taiwan), in 1968. He obtained his master degree from the Graduate School of the Applied Media Arts, National Taiwan University of Arts. Shen worked as a photojournalist and vice-convener at the Liberty Times, and the Artist-in-Residence at the National Central University. Shen has been broadly recognized for his sophisticated style of image creation and commitment to documenting the evolution of Taiwanese society. Shen’s works are published and exhibited both at home and abroad.
via shenchaoliang.com
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so very very very excited to exhibit shen's amazing photographs for the summer at hfc!
opening june 17, 6-10pm!!
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