2026 NTT+ The Young Artists' Atelier – Extended Reality Program
Learning x Practice x Professional Communication
National Taichung Theater (NTT) is dedicated to exploring the convergence between performing arts and technology, actively fostering innovative interdisciplinary artistic dialogues. Since 2020, NTT has launched the “LAB X Arts Interdisciplinary Platform” (hereinafter referred to as LAB X), connecting resources from Taiwan and abroad to create a professional environment for cross-disciplinary exchange. LAB X offers opportunities for creators to experiment with and implement their artistic concepts, while international symposiums and art-tech courses serve as channels for in-depth exchange and creative inspiration.
Within the framework of LAB X, “The Young Artists’ Atelier” (hereinafter referred to as the Program) focuses on nurturing creators aged 30 or under. It encourages experimentation, dedicated learning, and exploration. Through mentorship from field experts and comprehensive support in both software and hardware from NTT, the Program aims to enhance participants’ professional development and interdisciplinary collaboration capabilities, laying a solid foundation for long-term artistic careers.
Each year, the Program highlights different creative fields. In 2026, the focus will be on two core themes: Extended Reality (XR) and Interdisciplinary Dance. The mentor for the XR focus is Thomas Azoug, Creative Technologist of PHI Studio in Canada. Through hands-on guidance and creative companionship, the Program aims to broaden perspectives, strengthen the research and practical capabilities of young creators, and stimulate creative momentum, gradually shaping forward-looking artistic viewpoints.
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Mentor
Creative Technologist of PHI Studio
By designing innovative technological solutions to support some of the most ambitious immersive experiences of recent years, Thomas guides artists through the design process and the development of unprecedented works. Through his involvement on many award-winning projects, Thomas has developed a multidisciplinary technological expertise that enables him to keep pushing the boundaries of the location-based experience industry.
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