Hung Dance presents BIRDY

Internationally celebrated Taiwanese contemporary dance company HUNG DANCE will make a highly anticipated New York appearance with its award-winning production BIRDY, presented for a limited engagement at NYU Skirball (566 LaGuardia Place, New York, NY 10012) on Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18, 2026. This production is supported by the Taipei Cultural Center of TECO in New York.

Founded in 2017 by Artistic Director and choreographer LAI Hung-chung, HUNG DANCE has rapidly emerged as one of the most dynamic and visually striking contemporary dance companies on the global stage. With more than 300 performances across five continents, the company has captivated audiences worldwide through its distinctive physical language and bold fusion of tradition and innovation.

BIRDY, one of the company’s most celebrated works, exemplifies this signature style—blending contemporary movement with influences drawn from Peking Opera, mythology, and Tai Chi. The result is a visually arresting and emotionally resonant experience that explores themes of freedom, transformation, and the human spirit’s connection to nature.