The Evolution of a Theatrical Experience

🎭The desire to combine music and theater has always been a strong inclination for the presenter.

🎸Inspiration from David Bowie's theatrical performances sparked the idea of incorporating visual elements into live shows.

💡Starting with stripped-down performances, the presenter gradually added costumes, movement, and lighting to enhance the theatrical experience.

📚Exposure to experimental theater and performances opened up new possibilities for creative expression.

🎩Finding the balance between collaboration and personal vision is a constant struggle for the presenter.

Where did the inspiration for incorporating theater into live performances come from?

—The presenter was inspired by artists like David Bowie and experimental theater performances.

How did the theatrical elements evolve over time?

—Initially, the performances were stripped-down, but gradually, costumes, movement, and lighting were added to enhance the experience.

Was there any specific influence from traditional Asian theater?

—The presenter drew inspiration from the visual elements of traditional Asian theater, like wide-shouldered outfits, but adapted them to suit a more contemporary aesthetic.

Why did the presenter decide to avoid reforming the band?

—The presenter believes in stepping away from something when it has reached its peak and maintaining the purity of the original experience.

Does the presenter use technology and social media?

—The presenter uses the internet but is not active on social media. There are concerns about the manipulation and influence of big tech companies.

00:00The presenter has always had a strong inclination to combine music and theater.

02:50Inspired by David Bowie's theatrical performances, the presenter wanted to create a great theatrical experience in live shows.

05:39The journey started by stripping performances down and gradually incorporating costumes, movement, and lighting over time.

08:28Exposure to experimental theater expanded the presenter's perspective on different ways of performing and expressing creatively.

02:50Collaboration with band members is like being part of a family or team, with both positive and negative aspects.

09:02The presenter admires the decision not to reform the band, believing in maintaining the purity of the original experience.

09:39The presenter is suspicious of social media's impact on people's lives and the power of big tech companies.

09:26The presenter is comfortable using the internet but prefers not to be active on social media.