Non AAARI Events

Join us for an illuminating conversation with Lionel Barber, author of Gambling Man: The Secret Story of the World’s Greatest Disruptor, Masayoshi Son. Gambling Man is the first Western biography of the enigmatic founder of Softbank -- written with Son’s cooperation but not authorized by him. Barber’s character study of Son reveals a man of ... Read more

Join Borough President Donovan Richards for a joyous celebration of Lunar New Year, as Queens welcomes the Year of the Snake. Enjoy a vibrant evening featuring cultural performances, food and special honors for distinguished members of Queens' AAPI community.

Experience a once-in-a-lifetime cultural extravaganza as China Institute brings the enchantment of Prince Kung’s Palace Museum—a national first-class museum and one of the most prestigious cultural treasures of China—to the heart of New York City. This year’s festival will transport you to the grandeur of Beijing with an authentic and dazzling celebration featuring rich traditions, ... Read more

In the heyday of silent films, Japanese émigré TORAICHI KONO, in pursuit of the American Dream, becomes a loyal confidante of film star Charlie Chaplin, but at the dawn of WWII is swept up in anti-Japanese hysteria and accused of espionage. $44 Early Bird tickets available to purchase until Jan 5, 2025 - use code ... Read more

The China Business Conundrum: Ensure That "Win-Win" Doesn't Mean Western Companies Lose Twice describes former CEO of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) Ken Wilcox's firsthand challenges he encountered in four years “on the ground” trying to establish a joint venture between SVB and the Chinese government to fund local innovation design―and the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) ... Read more

Dive into an enchanting journey with AAPI HEROES, where we follow our young explorer, Kai, across time and space. This capitvating performance, rich in dance and storytelling, inspired by iconic Asian Figures such as Anna May Wong, Hollywood's first Chinese American star, and Bruce Lee, a legend in martial arts and philosophy. It also brings ... Read more

Join us for a vital conversation about the future of culture and arts in New York City, bringing together mayoral candidates to share their visions, strategies, and commitments to the cultural life of our city.   This engaging evening will provide attendees with a unique opportunity to hear directly from the candidates on how they plan ... Read more

Entrenched in an elite sumo training facility in Tokyo, six men practice, eat, love, play, and ultimately fight. Step into the sacred world of sumo wrestling, with the New York premiere of Lisa Sanaye Dring’s mesmerizing new drama, SUMO. Akio arrives as an angry, ambitious 18-year-old with a lot to learn. Expecting validation, dominance, and fame, ... Read more

The Association for Asian Studies Annual Conference brings together over 3000 Asian studies scholars from across the globe. As the largest Asian Studies Conference worldwide dedicated exclusively to Asian Studies research, topics covering all countries in Asia across 30 academic disciplines, our annual conference is the ideal setting to meet face-to-face with University faculty and ... Read more

Join us in welcoming the Persian New Year at our Nowruz Family Day. Celebrate the start of Spring and learn about Nowruz with interactive workshops, music, crafts, storytelling and more. Don't forget to enjoy Persian sweets and savories at Leo Cafe.  Watch this space for a schedule of activities, coming soon! 

Traditional instrument supergroup The Shakuhachi 5 has its North American debut in this provocative “visual concert.” Offering a dazzling repertoire spanning four centuries, including a work written for the ensemble by Dai Fujikura and a brand-new commission from Rome Prize winner Lisa Bielawa, these five shakuhachi rockstars aspire to boost the image of their primitive ... Read more