Bulabulay mun? / how are you?

Step into a moving and visually stunning performance from Taiwan's Tjimur Dance Theatre - a company bringing the stories of the Indigenous Paiwan people to the contemporary stage.

Breathtaking Dance inspired by history

Inspired by real events from over 150 years ago, Bulabulay mun? explores the Mudan Shipwreck Incident of 1874. It tells the story of a community suddenly confronted by the immense power of wind and waves. But rather than retelling history, this deeply moving piece shines a light on the people behind the story - those who lived through it, and their descendants who carry its weight today.

Through breathtaking dance, powerful traditional songs, and evocative staging, the performers invite us to reflect on a simple but deeply human question: "How are you?"

The performance weaves together four emotional chapters: Greeting, Misunderstanding, Singing with Heart, and Retrospect. It is set against the sounds of crashing waves and the vivid colours of Paiwan culture. The company have shaped every movement by years of research, field visits, and conversations with the Mudan community. As a result, this work is both authentic and deeply personal.

This is contemporary dance that crosses time, culture and language. We invite audiences to witness the resilience, beauty and spirit of the Paiwan people.

About Tjimur Dance Theatre

Founded in 2006, Tjimur Dance Theatre is Taiwan's first professional contemporary dance company dedicated to Paiwan culture. Blending ancient songs with modern movement, Tjimur brings the stories, voices, and traditions of their Indigenous community to audiences around the world.

This production contains reference to a traumatic historical event and uses theatrical haze.

Presented in partnership with Dance Umbrella, The Place, Dance City and Danceeast.

Supported by the Taiwan Ministry of Culture, Bureau of Cultural Heritage, Pingtung County Government, Taiwan Top and the Taiwan Cultural Division.