On September 14, more than 500 guests from across Central and South Florida gathered at The Celeste Hotel at UCF for a spectacular evening celebrating Taiwanese culture and artistry. Asia Trend was honored to attend Visions of the Future, a breathtaking performance by the talented youth of the National Taiwan College of Performing Arts.
Organized by the Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC), hosted by Oviedo Chinese School, and sponsored by local Taiwanese associations and community leaders, the event showcased world-class acrobatics, juggling, and balancing acts—delivered with the flair and precision worthy of America’s Got Talent.
Distinguished guests included Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in Miami Director Chi Yu Chou of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in Miami, Oviedo Mayor Megan Sladek, Florida State Representative Rita Harris, Orange County Commissioner Maribel Gomez Cordero, Special Assistant to the Orange County Mayor Shally Wong, and Director Mark Hartman of UCF’s Global Affairs Center. Also in attendance were TCML Florida Oviedo Chinese School Founder George Forest Lin, Principal Jenny Forest Lin, Overseas Community Affairs Commissioner Lee Sanfu, Advisory Committee Members Johnson Young and Joe Wang, alongside a vibrant community of overseas compatriots and supporters.
Each September, the Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC) selects top-tier cultural groups from Taiwan to form the Taiwanese Cultural Goodwill Mission of the National Day—bringing tradition, innovation, and national pride to audiences around the world.
This year’s spotlight: 國立臺灣戲曲學院 National Taiwan College of Performing Arts + 臺灣特技團 Taiwan Acrobatic Troupe
From gravity-defying acrobatics to contemporary dance and music, the performance painted vivid portraits of Taiwan’s spirit—where ancient artistry meets modern imagination. The show offered a heartfelt tribute to Formosa’s beauty, resilience, and global connection.
📸 Photos by C.K. Lau and Chet Karwowski
🎥 Videos by Chet Karwowsk at https://youtube.com/@chetkarwowski5336
