Rooted in the folk traditions of Tainan and extending across Southeast Asia to Central Europe, this evening presents a rich spectrum of cultural expression. The program features YiTzy Folk Dance Theatre alongside performing groups from Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Slovakia, each bringing its own distinctive movement, music, and cultural traditions to the stage. Audiences will encounter the grace of Thai dance, the vibrant energy of the Philippines’ Salingoy Bicolandia Dance Company, the multicultural character of Malaysian performance, and the spirited folk music and dance of Slovakia’s Folklore Ensemble Karpaty. Representing Tainan, YiTzy Folk Dance Theatre transforms Taiwan’s festival traditions, folk beliefs, and everyday cultural life into theatrical dance, creating an evening that highlights the distinctive vitality of Taiwanese and international folk arts.