Taipei Performing Arts Center

Taipei Performing Arts Center
臺北表演藝術中心
Taipei Performing Arts Center in 2023
Former namesTaipei Arts Center (2004–2014)
AddressNo. 1, Jiantan Rd., Shilin Dist
Taipei,
Taiwan
Coordinates25°5′6″N 121°31′27″E / 25.08500°N 121.52417°E / 25.08500; 121.52417
OwnerDepartment of Cultural Affairs, Taipei City Government
Typeart center
Genre(s)theatre
Capacity3100
Construction
Broke ground28 February 2012
OpenedJuly 2, 2022 (2022-07-02)
Construction costNT$6.75 billion
ArchitectOffice for Metropolitan Architecture
Structural engineerEvergreen Consulting Engineering
Website
Official website

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.

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]

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.

  • Taipei Performing Arts Center in 2023
    Taipei Performing Arts Center in 2023
  • Aerial photograph
  • Globe Playhouse interior

See also

References

  1. ^ "Taipei Performing Arts Center to enter test phase". Taipei Times. 16 January 2022. Retrieved 7 March 2022.
  2. ^ Quintal, Becky (27 August 2014). "OMA's Taipei Performing Arts Center (TPAC) Tops Out". ArchDaily. Retrieved 23 November 2021.
  3. ^ a b Crook, Lizzie (11 January 2019). "OMA's long-awaited Taipei Performing Arts Center nears completion in Taiwan". de zeen. Retrieved 23 November 2021.
  4. ^ "Taipei Performing Arts Centre, Taipei, Taiwan". Design Build Network. Retrieved 23 November 2021.
  5. ^ Yen, William (11 January 2022). "Taipei Performing Arts Center to open doors for trial run in March". Focus Taiwan. Retrieved 12 January 2022.
  6. ^ "Taipei Performing Arts Center (TPAC)". Architect. 28 August 2014. Retrieved 23 November 2021.
  7. ^ Patel, Raj. "The three theatre can be combined in different ways to create unique performance spaces". ARUP. Retrieved 23 November 2021.
  8. ^ "Taipei Performing Arts Center". OMA. Retrieved 23 November 2021.
  9. ^ "Taipei Performing Arts Center". Inside Outside. Retrieved 23 November 2021.
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