Asian American / Asian Research Institute
The City University of New York
Join us for Korean American Journeys: An Evening of Modern Dance by the Dana Tai Soon Burgess Dance Company, known as “Washington’s preeminent modern dance company.” They promise an unforgettable artistic experience with their signature works: “Leaving Pusan,” “Becoming American,” and “Hyphen.” These pieces explore themes of identity, migration, and cultural fusion, offering a powerful … Read more
Prof. Sitta Sim will give a presentation and demonstration on modern Korean dance fused with traditional elements: My dance emulates natural instinct of all living beings whom longing for the primordial light of universe. The light of beginning goes beyond time and space and also brings freedom to body and soul. My choreography tries to … Read more
Celebrating the Year of the Rat Magic, Acrobatics, Dance & Music Featuring Culture & Arts Center Presented by the Kingsborough Community College Asian Society Date: Thursday, May 15, 2008 Time: 11:30AM Place: Kingsborough Community College, CUNY – Mac Theater 2001 Oriental Blvd., Brooklyn, NY 11235 Free Admission Program Welcome & Lion Dance Graceful River Dance … Read more
Bharatanatyam is a classical dance form of India, which was nurtured in the temples and royal courts of Tamil Nadu in the Southern region. Bharatanatyam encompasses music, dance, drama, poetry and mythology to create a complete and highly stylized artistic endeavor. Sonali will also present a brief lecture on the history, philosophy and modern practice, … Read more
Shall We Dance? (Japan, 1995) A salaried man (played by Koji Yakusho) finds renewed meaning to his life once he starts taking dance lessons from an elegant, remote dance teacher (played by Tamiyo Kusakari). Masayuki Suo’s crowdpleasing comedy is always surprising and genuinely touching; perhaps most surprisingly, it’s not a typical romance. Workshop Instructor: Daryl … Read more
Art by Wei Ligang Date: Monday, January 23, 2006 Time: 7PM to 8PM Place: Elebash Recital Hall, CUNY Graduate Center 365 Fifth Avenue, Manhattan (Corner of 34th Street)