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Legend of the Demon Hunter: The Lighting Sword Returns
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"In an era of chaos, demons rise, crisis spreads, and summons are sent far and wide. The time has come for heroes to return."

 

The great hero Luo Yanfei has vanished, leaving behind only the White Light Sword. As the demonic dragon Red Rakshasa rises and darkness spreads, the sacred sword awakens, seeking a new master. A new hero must rise, and the battle against evil is about to begin—who will wield the blade?

 

In 2020, a global pandemic disrupted the world, throwing everything into chaos. In Taiwan, traditional glove puppetry had already been in decline, and this crisis only worsened the situation. Thus, the core spirit of this production was born—to unite, persevere, and restore the lost glory of Taiwan’s glove puppetry.

 

The protagonist, Luo Yanfei, is inspired by the Taiwanese opera classic Legend of Flying Swords. He wields the White Light Sword, slaying demons and breaking through adversity—symbolizing resilience and innovation. To bring this story to life, we have gathered master puppeteers from across Taiwan, blending northern, central, and southern puppetry styles with live percussion, showcasing the rich diversity and evolution of the art form.

 

Through this performance, the audience will witness the legacy and transformation of Taiwan’s glove puppetry, merging tradition with new possibilities.

Creative Team
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Shinergy Puppet Show
Founded in 1996 in Fengyuan, Taichung, Committed to experimental spirit and cultural heritage, the troupe merged traditional opera with modern media. In 2018, they pioneered projection mapping puppetry, transforming the stage into dynamic visual landscapes, depicting rain, snow, and falling petals, enhancing martial arts action with stunning visuals. Additionally, multilingual subtitles were introduced to make the performances accessible to non-Taiwanese-speaking audiences.

Shinergy Puppet Show continues to explore new possibilities, preserving and innovating Taiwan’s treasured puppetry tradition for future generations.

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Chio-Tian Folk Drums & Art Troupe was founded in 1995, inheriting the traditions of Taiwanese folk performance with a commitment to passing on traditional culture and reimagining its image. United in purpose, the Chio-Tian team continues to refine and innovate, striving to enhance the artistry of Tīn-thâu (leader of the parade) performance. For 30 years, they have trained tirelessly under the sun. By introducing professional instructors in contemporary music, martial arts, dance, and theater, they bring cross-disciplinary knowledge into the practice, guiding Tīn-thâu performance toward cultural beauty and conveying the spirit of Taiwan.