National Theater & Concert Hall, Taipei

The National Theater and National Concert Hall are two adjacent performing arts facilities located in Liberty Square, Zhongzheng District, Taipei. They were constructed in 1987 and are situated on the southern and northern sides of the square, with Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall to the east. These twin buildings seamlessly blend elements of traditional Chinese architectural design with contemporary influences. Liberty Square is in close proximity to Ketagalan Boulevard, which is home to several important institutions, including the Presidential Office Building, the National Central Library, the National Taiwan Museum, and the 228 Peace Memorial Park.

The National Theater and Concert Hall regularly host a wide range of performances by both local and international artists throughout the year. These performances encompass diverse artistic styles and traditions from around the world, such as kabuki theater, Shakespearean drama, Taiwan opera, puppet drama, Verdi opera, African dance, Beijing opera, Broadway productions, Wagnerian music dramas, American jazz, Parisian comic opera, and Latin dance. Additionally, both venues serve as the backdrop for various festivals and special events, including the Taipei International Arts Festival, a series of International Arts Festivals (featuring productions like "Call Out in Ecstasy" and "Poetic Essays with Lively Meanings"), the British Theatre Festival, the Chinese Drama Festival, and the Taipei Film Festival.

Why You Should Visit:
Attending a concert here is very worthwhile as the acoustics are very good. It's a large, elegant and modern amphitheater built in the classic Chinese style.
You get a sense that this is a place of great national pride for the Taiwanese. When you come here, you get a glimpse of Taipei high society.
Even if you're not going to a festival or concert, it's worth dropping by to see up close along with the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall.