A cross-media performance involving giant screen projections, monumental light sculptures, and ambient lighting effects

For the main lantern of the 2021 Hsinchu Lantern Festival, our client, the Hsinchu County Government, wished to showcase the local image of Hsinchu as well as the theme of “courage.” This was also the first time we took on the challenge of creating a giant screen projection that was capable of communicating with people on site.

This lantern festival endured the journey of chaotic emotions and united efforts that people experienced in fighting the pandemic. We therefore chose “Island of Spark” as our theme—where there is light, there is hope. The light of hope within the heart of every Taiwanese person is the greatest force in gathering courage, perceiving tomorrow, and inspiring the world. Taiwan is one such island, and this work would lead everyone from the Island of Spark at Yinghsi Gate, Hsinchu, to embark on a fantastic journey towards the future.

The large surround-projection that spanned 110 meters and almost 180 degrees came together with the century-old Yinghsi Gate to create an encounter between the ancient and the modern, and the real and the virtual. A colorful rhapsody that stunned the visual senses took off into the sky with a rocket carrying the dreams of the people. Through stereo sound design and surround lighting effects, the audience was led into a splendid and magical audiovisual experience that showcased the image of Hsinchu and Taiwan.