Non AAARI Events

Coming to Roundabout this winter, Chinese Republicans is a biting new satirical drama from Alex Lin, directed by Chay Yew.  Three high-powered businesswomen meet for lunch every month to discuss their latest career triumphs, as they’ve done for decades. But the group is jolted when Katie, a bright-eyed 24-year-old new to the workforce, joins to ... Read more

LEGENDS: Athleticism in Asian/American Art explores the intersection of art and sports through the work of contemporary Asian and Asian American artists. While often considered distinct fields, this exhibition highlights how sport and artistic expression serve as interconnected arenas. Featuring artists and collectives across a wide range of artistic media, LEGENDS examines how artists of ... Read more

JESA by Jeena Yi, directed by Mei Ann Teo, is a riotous and heart-wrenching new play that explodes the idea of the “perfect family gathering.” When four estranged Korean American sisters reunite in Orange County to perform their father’s Jesa—a traditional ritual honoring the dead—old wounds erupt, secrets surface, and ghosts (literal and emotional) refuse ... Read more

Japan Society Gallery presents Kawai Kanjirō: House to House, a solo exhibition celebrating the remarkable life and career of folk potter, poet, and artist Kawai Kanjirō (1890–1966) for the first time in the United States. Kawai is best known for his influential role in the mingei (folk art) movement in Japan, which he founded in ... Read more

Join us as we explore how CPC is leveraging modern technology and data to transform how holistic, community-centered care is delivered— making services more accessible, coordinated, and responsive to real community needs. Join us for live demonstrations of our new Impact Map and Interactive Tour — and explore our journey from concept to creation. 

Join Asian Law Caucus (ALC) and the Asian American Leaders Table (AALT) for an informative and engaging session on how civil rights defenders of all backgrounds can show up for this fundamental right—and for each other—leading up to the pivotal decision. Building from ALC's Equal Under The Law campaign, we'll share key legal and advocacy ... Read more

This year’s theme, Beyond the Rainbow: Centering Marginalized Voices in the LGBTQI+ Community, invites us to look past surface-level representation and visibility to engage in deeper, more meaningful dialogue about equity, inclusion, and intersectionality within our community. While the rainbow flag symbolizes unity and pride, it also challenges us to recognize that not all experiences ... Read more

Please join us in this one-day conference exploring the ways in which personal narratives inform our understanding of the law, justice, and ethics.

Led by a cross-disciplinary team from Asian American Studies, Physics, and Computer Science, this project examines the contradictory position of Asian American scientists as both celebrated "model minorities" and perceived security threats. By integrating humanities-driven inquiry with scientific history, the initiative uncovers how U.S. and European imperialism, racial exclusion, and global geopolitics have shaped the ... Read more

Prepare to be amazed as The Peking Acrobats® deliver a jaw-dropping performance that defies gravity and belief. This thrilling showcase blends the time-honored tradition of Chinese acrobatics with live music, bold visuals, and cutting-edge special effects—creating a high-flying experience for all ages.

Our 2026 AAAS gathering in Hawai‘i coincides with a series of anniversaries that present a timely opportunity to consider the promises and limits of Asian American Studies from the belly of the U.S. imperial beast. Here we’re especially thinking about how 2026 marks the semiquincentennial of the United States’ declaration of independence from the British ... Read more

The symposium will take place on Saturday, April 4th, 2026, at the Watson School of International and Public Affairs at Brown University. The program will feature a keynote address by a leading scholar in Southeast Asian Studies, student presentations from Brown University and institutions across the Northeast, a cultural performance, and catered lunch and dinner.