Events

How do tyrants exercise power? Why do people submit to authoritarians? These were questions of pressing concern for William Shakespeare, and they are no less fascinating in the age of Donald Trump and Xi Jinping. Reading King Lear, Coriolanus and Richard III can still shed light on leaders past and present, and the societies in their thrall. Literary ... Read more

The 2025 AAWW Margins fellows present “Alpha Beta Blah”, a new reading series that invites writers to come frat out with the fellows. The fourth and final reading of this series will take place on December 16th at 7 pm ET. For “Cozy Solstice”, send us pieces about all that can happen on the longest ... Read more

Join us for a dynamic conversation with organizations that help everyday leaders take the leap into elected public leadership. You’ll hear how nonprofit leaders’ experience in advocacy, budgeting, and community engagement makes them uniquely equipped to lead with community knowledge and lasting impact. Plus, get practical guidance from groups that support emerging candidates with everything ... Read more

As the holiday season approaches, NCAPA is hosting a series of community calls to help our communities navigate difficult conversations with loved ones. This second event in the series shifts the focus inward. We’ll explore how caring for ourselves—emotionally, mentally, and relationally—lays the groundwork for any meaningful dialogue. PLEASE NOTE: Participants are asked to bring ... Read more

Join us for a discussion with Ambassador Peter Semneby, the Swedish Government's Special Envoy for the Korean Peninsula. In conversation with policy director Jonathan Corrado, Ambassador Semneby will provide a brief overview history of Sweden's role in Korea, examine Sweden's convening capacity as exhibited in 2018-2019, investigate whether Sweden's interests and perspective have been affected by North ... Read more

The Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative “Advice and Networking Event – Finance” on February 18, 2026 Call for Advisor Volunteers  

Join A4 in celebrating the third print issue of The Amp! Pick up a free copy of the new issue featuring cover art by Rama Duwaji and designed by Helen Yin Chen. The event will include fun Amp-related activities, opportunities to win A4 merch and time to mingle with editor Shannon Lee, contributors, readers, and ... Read more

Step into an evening of art and celebration at the inaugural Kanpai Night—a new Japan Society gathering that celebrates Japanese culture as a bridge for global dialogue and community. In partnership with The Seventh Committee and Friends of the UN, Kanpai to 2025 brings together diplomats, cultural enthusiasts, and community members for an evening of ... Read more

Here NOW So Long explores the turbulence of human emotion, weaving together panoramic video imagery, a live original composition for guitars and electronics, and the fluid, dramatic movement of WHITE WAVE’s stunning dancers. Comprising ten interconnected scenes, the work delves into love and inner conflict, pushing the boundaries of contemporary dance through an evocative synthesis ... Read more

Join us for a presentation on oral history production, equipment, software and set ups with a focus on productions with small budgets! Oral Historian, Artist, Writer, Alan Nakagawa will base this workshop on his thirty-nine years of interdisciplinary art projects using oral history as a base for working with diverse communities. Nakagawa has worked for ... Read more

MOCA is honored to partner with National Asian Artists Project to present their annual yuletide celebration, sharing our heartfelt wishes for a joyful holiday season. In this festive program, the NAAP Chorus will serenade you with beloved Christmas songs, classic carols, and Broadway favorites with the music direction and arrangements of Dan Pardo. We invite you ... Read more