Meet writer Alison Zhao. Within her works on the Chinese struggle for human rights and the feminist movement, her words keep the inner fire of China’s activists shining brightly. Behind her eloquent words and confidence lies someone who watches with both hope and pain, as a new generation seeks to go beyond what has been done before.
Tiffany Moses is a vocalist and audio engineer currently living in Vancouver, BC. Inspired by a love of music, she has been singing since she was a young girl following her grandfather into the bush.
Vi An Diep is a world music and instrumental recording artist, and composer for film, theatre, and dance companies around the world.
This is a dialogue about music and identity.
Four musicians from four cultures,
Each of different ethnicities,
Yet, who share the same life experiences.
They will meet for the first time,
Exchanging their stories through music.
How did she become the first non-native Taiwanese to serve as emcee at Taiwan’s National Day celebrations?
Meet Taiwanese musician Suana Emuy Cilangasay.
Suana never knew he was of Indigenous Taiwanese descent, only discovering his parents were members of the Amis and Sakizaya people at age 14.
Short for Taiwanese, the Chinese word “Tai” (台) was once looked down upon as tacky, unrefined, and inferior. Yet, Taiwanese visual artist Wen Cheng Lee has set out to reclaim that label, dubbing himself “Super Tai” Wen Cheng Lee!
Growing up surrounded by Taiwanese culture, he draws upon the common sights of Taiwanese daily life in his art and designs, from TV advertisements to flyers to graffiti. The special touch that Milkfish Man adds showcases something within Taiwan’s distinct cultural character.
