Xiao is a Chinese performer and theatre director, whose research centers around the realm of Contemporary Asian performance, encompassing the intricate intersections of Buddhism and queer expressions on the stage and in everyday life.

Xiao's performances have been presented in venues such as the LONG Museum, West Bund Museum, and HAO Museum in Shanghai. Her artistic contributions have also left a mark at events like the Shanghai Biennial. As a director, her works have been showcased at platforms including the Wuzhen International Festival, Aranya Theater Festival, and Beijing Fringe Theatre International, among others. One of her directorial project , "Midnight Movie" from the Stückemarkt Project at the Berlin International Theater Festival, received full funding support from Goethe Institute.

Why PS @ NYU?

The choice of Performance Studies as a field of study offers a unique lens through which to view the world. By delving into this discipline, I gain the ability to transform the mundane aspects of daily life into a captivating narrative reminiscent of a sci-fi film. This field empowers me to unravel the complexities of human interaction, societal dynamics, and personal experiences, revealing hidden layers and narratives that might otherwise remain unnoticed.