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A Midsummer Night's Dream [Zhongxiaye zhi meng] FILES Introduction; video (1); production background (9); program (1); photo (1); design (2); interview (1); publicity (2); news (19); review (1); essay (2); bio (32) 1. | Data Type: video Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Language: Mandarin |
1. | Data Type: production background Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 6 Language: Chinese Abstract: The article reviews historic productions of A Midsummer Night’s Dream since the 17th century. | 2. | Data Type: production background Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 26 Language: Chinese Abstract: an account of the background of the company and their creative objectives | 3. | Data Type: production background Author: Chen, Shirley Zi-yang Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 5 Language: Chinese Abstract: The author talks about the cooperation between German director Hinrich Horstkotte and the Spring Wind Art Theatre. Already familiar with A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Horstkotte makes great demands on the actors and the designers, which provides a valuable experience for the company. | 4. | Data Type: production background Author: Horstkotte, Hinrich Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 9 Language: Chinese Abstract: In collaborating with the Spring Wind Art Theatre, the director chose A Midsummer Night’s Dream, a play that he knows well and has directed twice before. Due to the language barrier, directing is focused on physical performance. Some elements have been modified to bring the play closer to the Taiwanese audience. Eastern theatrical traditions are added as well. | 5. | Data Type: production background Author: Horstkotte, Hinrich Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 8 Language: English Abstract: In collaborating with the Spring Wind Art Theatre, the director chose A Midsummer Night’s Dream, a play that he knows well and has directed twice before. Due to the language barrier, directing is focused on physical performance. Some elements have been modified to bring the play closer to the Taiwanese audience. Eastern theatrical traditions are added as well. | 6. | Data Type: production background Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 27 Language: Chinese Abstract: Spring Wind Art Theatre’s artistic director talks about the company’s development and goals, saying that their productions have shifted from local stories in the first ten years to large-scale commercial shows and experimental theater by new talents. For the coming decade, they aim to go international. | 7. | Data Type: production background Author: Fang, Amy Hui-mei Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 7 Language: Chinese Abstract: The producer compares making a stage play to building a sandcastle. Only photos and videos will remain after the rising tide, but there are always people who are willing to do it. She recalls various events during the production and how devoted the crew has been. | 8. | Data Type: production background Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 28-31 Language: Chinese Abstract: information of the company’s productions, including title, premiere year, director, playwright and actors | 9. | Data Type: production background Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 11 Language: Chinese Abstract: synopsis |
1. | Data Type: program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Language: Chinese; English Abstract: The program contains notes from the creative team, introduction to the play, a synopsis, bios of cast and crew, set design pictures, costume design pictures, an interview with the director, and the company’s background and production history. |
1. | Data Type: photo Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Abstract: 10 photos |
1. | Data Type: design Author: Liang, Joshan Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004 Abstract: stage design drafts | 2. | Data Type: design Author: Liang, Joshan Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004 Abstract: stage designs |
1. | Data Type: interview Author: Su, Mei-hui Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 20 Language: Chinese Abstract: The director talks about German theatre and how it is different from Taiwan’s system. He also shares his impression on Taiwan. |
1. | Data Type: publicity Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004 Abstract: flyer | 2. | Data Type: publicity Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004 Abstract: billboard |
1. | Data Type: news Author: Li, Yu-ling Source: United Daily News [Lianhe bao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/9/10 Language: Chinese Abstract: Two theater companies respectively stage A Midsummer Night’s Dream. | 2. | Data Type: news Author: Xu, Gui-ya; Chen, Dong-qing Source: FTV News Online [Minshi xinwenwang] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/8/30 Language: Chinese Abstract: Spring Wind Art Theatre will present a hilarious version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream with Eastern culture elements. Exaggerated body language and amusing dialogues will catch one’s attention when watching this play directed by German artist Hinrich Horstkotte. | 3. | Data Type: news Author: Wang, Ling-li Source: Liberty Times [Ziyou shibao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/8/31 Language: Chinese Abstract: Spring Wind Art Theatre invited Hinrich Horstkotte from Berlin to direct Shakespeare’s classic A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Focusing on the visual this time, Horstkotte is strict with the actors about the preciseness of emotion, movement and action. He has also added Taiwanese elements to the performance. | 4. | Data Type: news Source: Apple Daily [Pingguo ribao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/8/12 Language: Chinese Abstract: The Spring Wind Art Theatre will hold “Meet Shakespeare around the Corner” in the Heti Community, Kaohsiung. | 5. | Data Type: news Author: Lai, Ting-heng Source: China Times [Zhongguo shibao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/9/10 Language: Chinese Abstract: This weekend A Midsummer Night’s Dream will be performed by Showcase Studio as Beijing opera and by the Spring Wind Art Theatre as stage drama. | 6. | Data Type: news Source: Lihpao Daily [Taiwan libao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/8/30 Language: Chinese Abstract: a brief introduction to the creative team, the Spring Wind Art Theatre’s characteristics, the background and plot of A Midsummer Night’s Dream as well as the performance information | 7. | Data Type: news Author: Cao, Li-hui Source: Merit Times [Renjian fubao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/9/9 Language: Chinese Abstract: Spring Wind Art Theatre will perform A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Red House, Taipei. Set designer Joshan Liang faces a big challenge in moving the play from a proscenium stage at its premiere in Kaohsiung to the arena stage at the Red House. | 8. | Data Type: news Author: Wang, Ling-li Source: Liberty Times [Ziyou shibao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/8/25 Language: Chinese Abstract: To promote their latest production, the Spring Wind Art Theatre will give away “lucky bags” to ticket-buying audience of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The company has replaced some of the original songs, poems, limericks, folklores and even names with those more familiar to the Taiwanese audience. | 9. | Data Type: news Author: Wang, Ling-li Source: Liberty Times [Ziyou shibao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/9/10 Language: Chinese Abstract: After the play's premiere in Kaohsiung, the set design has been modified for the arena theater at the Red House, Taipei. Set designer Joshan Liang reverses day and night to create a magical fairyland. Composer Shu-xi Chen rearranges part of Mendelssohn’s music. His own composition incorporates percussion with Eastern flavor and tango for the guildsmen and the fairies. | 10. | Data Type: news Author: Ji, Hui-ling Source: Min Sheng Daily [Min sheng bao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/8/28 Language: Chinese Abstract: Spring Wind Art Theatre invited German director Hinrich Horstkotte to direct A Midsummer Night’s Dream, a piece that he once directed in the form of puppetry. Due to the language barrier, the director will focus on visual presentation in this production. | 11. | Data Type: news Author: Chen, Bi-lin Source: China Times [Zhongguo shibao] Place: Kaohsiung Date: 2004/8/31 Language: Chinese Abstract: Spring Wind Art Theatre invited Hinrich Horstkotte, who translated A Midsummer Night’s Dream into German, to direct the play. As a music lover, Horstkotte will fuse various music styles into this Taiwanese production with a strong Eastern touch. | 12. | Data Type: news Source: Taiwan News Date: 2004/8/27 Language: English Abstract: A Midsummer Night’s Dream premiere information and plot summary | 13. | Data Type: news Author: Chen, Zhi-yu Source: Star Newspaper [Xing bao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/9/9 Language: Chinese Abstract: Spring Wind Art Theatre and German director Hinrich Horstkotte are collaborating on A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Since the director does not speak Chinese, dialogues have been modified by the company members. The actors sometimes perform with exaggerated body language. | 14. | Data Type: news Author: Huang, Xiu-zhi Source: Liberty Times [Ziyou shibao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/9/1 Language: Chinese Abstract: Spring Wind Art Theatre’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream contains elements from bangzi (Yuju, Henan opera) and gezaixi (Taiwanese opera). | 15. | Data Type: news Author: Chen, Bi-lin Source: China Times [Zhongguo shibao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/8/12 Language: Chinese Abstract: To promote their new production A Midsummer Night’s Dream, the Spring Wind Art Theatre will put on a skit in the Heti Community in Kaohsiung to bring people closer to the characters, including fairies in animal costumes with colorful makeup. The group will provide fairy masks for children in the community and guide parents and children through a play within a play. | 16. | Data Type: news Author: Lai, Ting-heng Source: China Times [Zhongguo shibao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/8/26 Language: Chinese Abstract: German director Hinrich Horstkotte will direct his first Asian production A Midsummer Night’s Dream with the Spring Wind Art Theatre in southern Taiwan. Always interested in traditional Eastern theater, the director will present this play in a form similar to Chinese opera and modify the original songs, limericks, folklores and even names according to the cultural background in Taiwan. | 17. | Data Type: news Author: Chen, Ling-fang Source: Taiwan Daily [Taiwan ribao] Place: Taichung Date: 2004/8/25 Language: Chinese Abstract: Spring Wind Art Theatre will collaborate with German director Hinrich Horstkotte on A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Keenly interested in traditional Eastern theatre, the director will add elements from traditional Chinese opera to this play. | 18. | Data Type: news Source: Liberty Times [Ziyou shibao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/8/18 Language: Chinese Abstract: event information | 19. | Data Type: news Author: Chen, Zhi-yu Source: Star Newspaper [Xing bao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/8/26 Language: Chinese Abstract: performance information about Tainaner Ensemble's Romeo and Juliet and the Spring Wind Art Theatre's A Midsummer Night's Dream |
1. | Data Type: review Author: Yang, Mei-ying Source: Min Sheng Daily [Min sheng bao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/9/8 Language: Chinese Abstract: The set design is exquisite though not closely connected to the plot. Characterization is clear as shown in costumes. Actors’ voice needs improvement. The play features a relaxing and joyful atmosphere but lacks an effective management of theatrical rhythm. Perhaps some of the elements on stage simply reflect Taiwanese culture from the German director’s point of view. |
1. | Data Type: essay Author: Wang, Wanjui Source: Liberty Times [Ziyou shibao] Place: Taipei Date: 2004/11/5 Language: Chinese Abstract: The article is about translation of foreign plays. The author praises the actors’ movement and overall rhythm in the Spring Wind Art Theatre’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream and notes their attempt to combine Chinese culture with Western culture via the use of Beijing opera makeup and gongs and drums. | 2. | Data Type: essay Author: Liang, Joshan Source: ICSCC 2005 Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Shu-Te University Date: 2005/4 Language: Chinese Abstract: The author uses 5 theatrical examples to demonstrate the use of space in Shakespearean productions, including her own design for A Midsummer Night's Dream by the Spring Wind Art Theatre. |
1. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 14 Language: Chinese Abstract: actor bio | 2. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 13 Language: Chinese Abstract: actor bio | 3. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 16 Language: Chinese Abstract: musician bio | 4. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 5 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of artistic director/founder | 5. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 22 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of music designer | 6. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 23 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of web designer | 7. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 7 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of producer/CEO | 8. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 13 Language: Chinese Abstract: actor bio | 9. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 21 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of director | 10. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 23 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of makeup designer | 11. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 25 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of box office crew | 12. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 16 Language: Chinese Abstract: actor bio | 13. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 25 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of director’s assistant | 14. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 15 Language: Chinese Abstract: actor bio | 15. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 22 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of set and costume designer | 16. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 13 Language: Chinese Abstract: actor bio | 17. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 24 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of assistant stage manager | 18. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 12 Language: Chinese Abstract: actor bio | 19. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 16 Language: Chinese Abstract: musician bio | 20. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 25 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of associate producer | 21. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 22 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of lighting designer | 22. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 24 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of stage manager | 23. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 25 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of box office crew | 24. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 23 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of web designer | 25. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 15 Language: Chinese Abstract: actor bio | 26. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 14 Language: Chinese Abstract: actor bio | 27. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 12 Language: Chinese Abstract: actor bio | 28. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 16 Language: Chinese Abstract: actor bio | 29. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 23 Language: Chinese Abstract: bio of graphic designer and photographer | 30. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 12 Language: Chinese Abstract: actor bio | 31. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 14 Language: Chinese Abstract: actor bio | 32. | Data Type: bio Source: A Midsummer Night's Dream Performance Program Place: Kaohsiung Publisher: Spring Wind Art Theatre [Nanfeng jutuan] Date: 2004/9 Pages: 15 Language: Chinese Abstract: actor bio |
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