Dancing into the light

"Blind people are maybe stronger than those who can see well because illusions disappear with the loss of the eyes," Hernandez says.

With one hand on the shoulder in front of them and one hand outstretched, the group shuffles out of the studio and downstairs like an abstract octopus. On his way out the door, Mao-ying quietly reminds whoever is listening: "Don't forget the lights."

Naked Eyes will be performed at the Huashan Arts District Fruit Wine Hall on Friday, Dec. 20 and Saturday, Dec. 21 at 7:30pm. The venue is located at 1 Pate Rd., Sec. 1, Taipei (北市八德路一段一 號). Tickets cost NT$150 and are available at the venue or by calling (02) 2558-1081 ext. 18.