自 2016 年起，我們的「駐村藝術家計畫」持續推動臺灣偶戲藝術、物件劇場及跨領域表演藝術的創意發展、實驗精神與文化交流。本計畫為藝術家提供專屬創作空間、充裕時間及支援資源，協助其開發創新作品並深化在地社群連結。計畫宗旨包含：
Since 2016, the Lize Puppet Art Colony’s Artist in Residence (AIR) program has supported creativity, experimentation, and cultural exchange in puppetry, object theatre, and interdisciplinary performing arts in Taiwan. The program provides artists with dedicated space, time, and support to develop innovative works while engaging local communities. Its mission includes:
支持藝術研究與實驗實踐
Supporting artistic research and experimentation
促進國際合作交流
Facilitating international collaboration
提升臺灣偶藝國際能見度
Raising Taiwan’s puppetry profile globally
透過工作坊、演出與公開發表深化觀眾參與
Engaging audiences through workshops, performances, and public presentations
支持逾 84 位本土及國際藝術家
Supported 84+ local and international artists
促成 60 餘件原創作品之發展，涵蓋偶戲、物件劇場及跨領域計畫
Build long-term collaborations with festivals, theatres, and cultural organizations across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania
引進創新技法：光影戲、機電結合偶藝、魔法盒 (Lamba Lamba)、沉浸式敘事、物件偶藝、動能技法及互動表演等
Facilitate co-productions, workshops, and knowledge sharing between Taiwanese and international artists
接待來自巴西、德國、印尼、伊朗、義大利、墨西哥、英國等 30 餘國藝術家
Hosted artists from 30+ countries, including Brazil, Germany, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, and the UK
與國際偶戲藝術節（加拿大）、墨西哥偶戲節、國際偶戲聯合會 (UNIMA)、比利時 TOF 劇場等頂尖機構建立合作
Established collaborations with leading institutions and festivals such as Festival International De Casteliers (Canada), Festin de los Munecos (Mexico), UNIMA International, and TOF Theatre (Belgium)
協助藝術家全球巡演並促進專業交流
Enabled artists to showcase work globally and engage in professional exchange
為學校、社區及專業學員舉辦逾 200 場工作坊
Conducted 200+ workshops for schools, communities, and professional trainees
促成 60 餘件原創作品之發展，涵蓋偶戲、物件劇場及跨領域計畫
Engaged hundreds of teenagers and community members in puppet-making, performance, and storytelling
年度成果展 Open Day 與 Open Lab 展示駐村成果並提供互動體驗
Annual Open Lab Festival and Open Day showcase resident works and offer interactive experiences
獲譽亞洲頂尖偶戲與物件劇場樞紐
Supported 84+ local and international artists
駐村作品巡演足跡遍及亞歐北美各大藝術節
Build long-term collaborations with festivals, theatres, and cultural organizations across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and Oceania
強化臺灣國際文化能見度
Facilitate co-productions, workshops, and knowledge sharing between Taiwanese and international artists
與蒙特婁國際偶戲藝術之家進行跨館駐村合作（2019 & 2023）
Cross-residency collaborations with Maison Internationale des Arts de la Marionnette, Montréal (2019 & 2023)
於高雄影市皮影戲館舉辦教育性光影工作坊
Educational shadow puppetry workshops in Kaohsiung Shadow Light Museum
與地方社區在 Open Lab 成果展中展現零距離的演出
Community performances like “Break the Ice” at Open Lab Festival
於戲偶製作中導入環保材質與永續實踐
Integration of eco-friendly materials and sustainable practices in puppet production
藝術家層面
For Artists
提供實驗所需的時間、空間與資源，拓展國際曝光與職涯發展
Time, space, and resources for experimentation; international exposure and career growth.
社區層面
For the Community
深化對偶藝的理解，促進跨世代參與，開拓創新表演形式
Enhanced appreciation for puppetry; intergenerational participation; innovative performance formats.
對台灣偶戲生態系
For Taiwan’s Puppetry
Ecosystem
提升全球能見度，確立「偶戲之鄉」為區域創意樞紐，培育永續國際合作關係
Elevated global visibility; established the Colony as a regional creative hub; fostered sustainable international collaborations.
首個十年間，駐村計畫已發展為連結在地與全球創意社群的動態平台。透過培育人才、促進協作、激勵創新，持續啟發藝術家與觀眾，同時重塑台灣偶戲藝術版圖。
Over its first decade, the AIR program has become a dynamic platform connecting local and global creative communities. By nurturing talent, fostering collaboration, and encouraging innovation, it continues to inspire artists and audiences while shaping Taiwan’s puppetry landscape.