TaiwanFest: Soul of SaySiyat
taboeh a 'oebay tataysi' (Shihmin Szu) has a deeply personal interpretation of the Saisiyat soul. He believes that it is a way of expression that combines the body and culture.
For Szu, the soul of the Saisiyat is not just a symbol of cultural identity—it is a responsibility and a weight to carry. It is something passed down through traditional dances, songs, and rituals. It is not only an expression of the body, but also deeply connected with mythology, nature, and community, reflecting the harmony and dialogue between man and nature, man and society. By exploring the Saisiyat soul through dance, he realized that dance is not only an art form, but a philosophy of life and a way of existence. Every dance performed is an exploration of the meaning of life and a declaration to the world of the uniqueness and value of Saisiyat culture. Through such performances, he is not only preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of the Saisiyat people, but also looking for connections with contemporary society, so that these traditions remain vital and relevant in an ever-changing world. And so, for taboeh a 'oebay tataysi' (Shihmin Szu), the Saisiyat soul is a way to connect the past and the future, the individual and the collective, nature and society through dance and ritual. This profound cultural identity and practice enabled him to find a spiritual power in dance that transcended daily life, thereby influencing and inspiring more people to understand and respect this unique cultural heritage.
TABOEH A 'OEBAY TATAYSI' (SHIHMIN SZU)
Taiwanese Indigenous Choreographer
ITIH KAYBAYBAW
Taiwanese Indigenous Singer
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