HUANG YI & KUKA weaves together the art of modern dance and the science of mechanical engineering in a series of stunning vignettes between live dancers from the Huang Yi Studio and KUKA, a robot conceptualized and programmed by Huang Yi, an acclaimed Taiwanese choreographer, dancer, and inventor. A seamless synthesis of human movement and innovation, HUANG YI & KUKA is a groundbreaking work that celebrates the future of humanity and technology and has captivated global audiences. It aims to spark conversations about the capacity of computers to exhibit true creativity in a world where advances in autonomous robotics—including at Caltech—are moving at a rapid pace.

The HUANG YI & KUKA performances are made possible by the generous support of the Ministry of Culture of Taiwan.

Concept, Choreography and Lighting Design by Huang Yi

Movement by Huang Yi and Hu Chien

Costume by Hu Chien