Zhang Yuan

Theatre research

Basic profile

A contemporary performing artist based in Shanghai, his practice focuses on the urgency and authenticity of performative actions in times of social transformation. His work delves into the evolving role of the body in performance and the shifting dynamics between performer and audience in an era of technological change. Over the past decade, he has been a dynamic presence on international performing arts platforms, fostering cross-cultural dialogues while actively engaging in artistic creation, research, writing, and translation.