The Ministry of Culture (MOC) held a press conference on June 20, unveiling a lineup of eight Taiwanese artist groups set to perform at the Festival Off Avignon and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this summer. The press event was graced by Minister of Culture Li Yuan, Head of the European Economic and Trade Office in Taiwan Lutz Güllner, Director Franck Paris of the French Office in Taipei, British Council Director Taiwan Susan Milner, and other distinguished guests.
The Festival Off Avignon, running from July 5 to 26, will feature “Mutual” by Mailantia Dance Company (麥藍堤亞舞團), “Push and Pull” by Hung Dance (翃舞製作), “Palingenesis” by D_Antidote Production (身體處方), and “Amour Utopique” by Formosa Circus Art (福爾摩沙馬戲團).
Meanwhile, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, taking place from Aug. 1 to 25, will present the Taiwan Season featuring “Where Has All the Fruit Gone?” by Yinalang Group (囝仔人), “Trace of Belief” by Chun Dance (君舞蹈劇場), “Dazed and Confused” by Lu Production (拾陸製作), and “Whale, Where Are You Going?” by S. Production (斜槓青年創作體).
Minister Li noted that the initiative, co-launched with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, aims to showcase Taiwanese culture at these major international festivals and foster stronger global cultural exchange.
He also highlighted that the eight featured performances span various genres—including dance, theater, puppetry, and circus—and explore themes such as gender, cultural identity, and relationships, reflecting the diverse perspectives and vibrant creative energy of contemporary Taiwanese artists.
For more information, visit the official websites of Festival Off Avignon and Edinburgh Festival Fringe.