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SUMMARY:MOCA PERFORMS - Chen Yi\, Past & Present
DESCRIPTION:Delving into Chen Yi’s legacy as MOCA continues honoring the remarkable contributions of Asian and Asian American women composers.\n\n\nAdmission: Pay As You Wish | Free Admission for MOCA Members (Membership ID is required at check-in.) \nIn celebration of Women’s History Month\, the Museum of Chinese in America continues to honor the remarkable contributions of Asian and Asian American women composers to the musical landscape. This time\, MOCA is pleased to collaborate with the Orchestra of St. Luke’s to celebrate the legacy of Chen Yi. \nJoin us for an in-depth conversation between Chen Yi and MOCA’s curator\, Herb Tam\, as they explore her musical journey and legacy. This discussion will reflect on the evolution of her work\, revisiting an interview she gave to AsianWeek 30 years ago. We are particularly interested in how her experiences have shaped her music\, especially as she returns to New York City for a five-borough tour (see description below). The evening will conclude with a performance of Chen Yi’s compositions by St. Luke’s Chamber Ensemble. \nPERFORMERS \nSt. Luke’s Chamber Ensemble \n  \nPROGRAM\nSprout\, Chen Yi \n  \nABOUT Chen Yi\nAs a prolific composer who blends Chinese and Western traditions\, transcending cultural and musical boundaries\, Dr. Chen Yi* is Distinguished Professor at the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory\, and a recipient of the Charles Ives Living Award from the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Her music is published by Theodore Presser\, commissioned\, and performed world-wide by such musicians and ensembles as Yehudi Menuhin\, Yo-Yo Ma\, Evelyn Glennie\, Chanticleer\, the Cleveland Orchestra\, St. Paul Chamber Orchestra\, BBC Symphony\, BBC Philharmonic\, Halle Orchestra and Royal Philharmonic\, the Seattle\, Pacific\, Singapore\, China National\, San Francisco\, Chicago\, New Zealand Symphonies\, the LA\, NY\, and China Philharmonics\, Stuttgart Chamber Orchestra and Sachsische Staatskapelle Dresden\, recorded on Bis\, New Albion\, New World\, Teldec\, Albany\, Bridge\, Naxos\, and many labels. She has received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in composition from the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing\, and Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Columbia University in the City of New York. Major composition teachers are Profs. Wu Zu-qiang\, Chou Wen-chung and Mario Davidovsky. She has been inducted to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences\, and the American Academy of Arts and Letter. \n* Chen is my family name. Yi is personal name. Chen Yi can be referred to Dr. Chen\, Prof. Chen\, Ms. Chen\, or Chen Yi\, but not Dr. Yi\, Prof. Yi\, or Ms. Yi. \n  \nABOUT OSL NYC Five Borough Tour\nThe Music of Chen Yi\nMarch 23 – 29\, 2025 \nOrchestra of St. Luke’s offers a free concert tour across New York City each season. This March\, the tour will highlight award-winning composer Chen Yi\, celebrating her creative journey and diverse musical influences. Born in China and now a longtime resident of the U.S.\, Chen Yi will present her beloved string compositions alongside traditional Chinese instrumental works that have profoundly shaped her distinctive musical voice. \nFor more information\, please visit https://oslmusic.org/24-25/nyc-five-borough-tour/
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/moca-performs-chen-yi-past-present/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
CATEGORIES:In Person,Interview
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SUMMARY:In Conversation: Tubi CEO Anjali Sud
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Women’s History Month\, we highlight the accomplishments of Anjali Sud\, CEO of Tubi\, America’s most watched free TV and movie streaming service. Hear about her successful career\, from empowering video creators at Vimeo to her leadership of Tubi\, where monthly active viewers has surpassed 97 million and global expansion has solidified the company’s position as a major entertainment destination. Moderated by Marianne Gambelli\, former President of Advertising Sales\, Fox Corporation. \nPresented with the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment and SVA Theatre
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/in-conversation-tubi-ceo-anjali-sud/
LOCATION:SVA Theatre\, 333 West 23rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10011\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Interview,Television
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T160000
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SUMMARY:Fusion Woman of the Year: Film Director SHUCHI TALATI
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a masterclass conversation and award ceremony honoring Fusion’s Woman of the Year\, Shuchi Talati!\n\n\n🎥 Join us for a masterclass conversation and award ceremony honoring Fusion’s Woman of the Year\, Shuchi Talati! 🎞✨ \nShuchi Talati is a filmmaker from India whose work challenges dominant narratives around gender\, sexuality\, and South Asian identity! Her feature film\, Girls Will Be Girls\, premiered at Sundance where it won an Audience Award and a Special Jury Award. Shuchi was a Gotham Awards Breakthrough Director nominee and a John Cassavetes Award nominee at the Spirit Awards. During development\, Girls was supported by the Aide Aux Cinémas du Monde and Sørfond grants\, Gotham Week\, Berlinale Project Market and Script Station\, and Cine Qua Non Script Lab. \n🔗 to Fusion Film Festival’s website: https://wp.nyu.edu/tischschoolofthearts-fusionfilmfestival/ \nSeating on a first come\, first served basis.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/fusion-woman-of-the-year-shuchi-talati/
LOCATION:Tisch Theatre 006\, 721 Broadway\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,In Person,Interview
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SUMMARY:You're Invited to an Exclusive Screening of "Hey Ladies"
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a special screening of “Hey Ladies” – you’re invited to laugh\, relax\, and enjoy a night out with friends!\n\n\nYou’re Invited to an Exclusive Screening of “Hey Ladies” \nIn a world where privilege can be boxed and distributed\, the “Secret White Man Weapon” is the latest\, outrageous answer to life’s inequalities. This comedy boldly tackles systemic biases and social frustrations\, offering marginalized individuals a hilariously absurd path around society’s uncomfortable truths. \nDate: Friday\, January 24\, 2025 \nTime: 4:00pm EST \nLocation: 25 W. 43 Street New York \nThe screening will be followed by a Q&A session featuring: \nJennifer Betit Yen – Actor and Screenwriter \nChris Jadallah – Director and Director of Photography \nSamantha Merrick – Actor and Casting Director \nThis event is produced in partnership with Partnership with Children and AAARI-CUNY. \n  \nRSVP required via Film Lab Eventbrite
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/youre-invited-to-an-exclusive-screening-of-hey-ladies/
LOCATION:Asian American / Asian Research Institute – City University of New York\, 25 West 43rd Street\, #Suite 1000\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,In Person,Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T210000
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SUMMARY:The Power of Human Connection: Photographer Harry Williams
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our celebratory year-end Michelle Meow Show special. We’ll start with a conversation with local photographer/artist Harry Williams\, who photographs the people of San Francisco. We’ll explore human connections and how community engagement can preserve our dignity and compassion for each other. \nWe’ll end our program with a special performance by SNOWW. Then stick around for a fun reception and holiday cheer.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-power-of-human-connection-photographer-harry-williams/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,In Person,Interview,Music,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T200000
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CREATED:20241216T190100Z
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SUMMARY:Sikh Coalition's Instagram live conversation with Film and TV Director Ravjot Mehek
DESCRIPTION:Join the Sikh Coalition’s Instagram live conversation with Film and TV Director Ravjot Mehek\,  about the power that storytelling can have on our community and how inclusive art can be! \nMonday\, December 16\n7:00 PM ET\nInstagram
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/sikh-coalitions-instagram-live-conversation-with-film-and-tv-director-ravjot-mehek/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Film,Interview,Television,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T083000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T182406Z
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SUMMARY:CU Civic Conversation with Letitia James\, New York State Attorney General
DESCRIPTION:Citizens Union Civic Conversation with Letitia James\, New York State Attorney General \nMODERATED BY: \nJohn Avlon\, Author; Senior Political Analyst\, and Anchor\, CNN \nHybrid event \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/cu-civic-conversation-with-letitia-james-new-york-state-attorney-general/
LOCATION:King + Spaulding\, 1185 Ave of the Americas\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,In Person,Interview,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T201500
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SUMMARY:Power and Storytelling with Margaret Atwood & Min Jin Lee
DESCRIPTION:“A word after a word after a word is power.” — Margaret Atwood \nOn the eve of a critical election\, literary icons Margaret Atwood and Min Jin Lee discuss the power of stories to change the world with moderator and New York Times journalist Veronica Chambers. \nThere will not be a book signing at this event.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/power-and-storytelling-with-margaret-atwood-min-jin-lee/
LOCATION:Symphony Space\, 2537 Broadway at 95th St.\, New York\, NY\, 10025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,Discussion,Interview
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T183000
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SUMMARY:Community Organizing: Echo Chambers with Mohiba Ahmed of DRUM
DESCRIPTION:A4 and MoCADA present Bandung Community Conversation: Echo Chambers with Mohiba Ahmed\, a dedicated community organizer at DRUM (Desis Rising Up and Moving). Ahmed brings extensive experience from grassroots feminist movements and student rights organizations in Pakistan and is a founding member of the Progressive Students’ Collective and Haqooq-e-Khalq Party Pakistan. \nDRUM\, a multigenerational organization led by low-wage South Asian and Indo-Caribbean immigrants\, workers\, and youth in New York City\, has been at the forefront of social and policy change since 2000. By mobilizing thousands of low-income community members\, DRUM addresses immigrant rights\, education reform\, civil rights\, and worker justice. Ahmed’s work with DRUM includes base building\, leadership development\, campaign strategy\, and coalition-building. \nJoin us for an insightful conversation as we explore the stepping outside of echo chambers and the power of community organizing. \nThe talk will be livestreamed on the MoCADA website. https://mocada.org/bandung-residency-2024/ \nThis event is free and open to the public\, but RSVP is required.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/bandung-community-conversation-echo-chambers-with-mohiba-ahmed/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Interview,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T200000
DTSTAMP:20240906T192350Z
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SUMMARY:Rustin: A Film Screening and Conversation
DESCRIPTION:The LGBTQ Policy Center at Roosevelt House is pleased to present a screening of the Netflix film Rustin\, which tells the poignant and absorbing story of the largely overlooked civil rights leader Bayard Rustin—who helped Martin Luther King Jr. and others to organize the 1963 March on Washington\, yet faced stigmatization and discrimination as a gay man. The screening will be followed by a discussion featuring the film’s producer Bruce Cohen\, Hunter College Professor of History D’Weston Haywood\, and the Director of the LGBTQ Policy Center at Roosevelt House\, Erin Mayo-Adam.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/rustin-a-film-screening-and-conversation/
LOCATION:Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute at Hunter College\, 47-49 East 65th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10065
CATEGORIES:Film,Hybrid,In Person,Interview,Panel,Reception,Virtual
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240912
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SUMMARY:Jaipur Literature Festival in New York 2024
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating books\, ideas\, and dialogue\, the iconic Jaipur Literature Festival is described as “the greatest literary show on Earth”. JLF New York\, that embodies its indomitable spirit and energy\, returns to New York in 2024\, presenting a series of conversations and performances that examine the human experience with some of the world’s leading authors\, thinkers\, and performers. \nSeptember 09\, 2024  Jayaram Studios\, 54 W 21st St\, Suite 801\, NY\, NY \n\nVidya Shah\, Indian classical singer\, musician and composer & author\nMarilyn Hacker\, eminent poet\, translator & critic and a feminist. Recipient of Lambda Literary Award and other numerous honors\,\nBushra Rehman\, an award-winning novelist & poet\, and author\nAnu Sehgal\, children’s author and founder of The Culture Tree\nRaakhee Mirchandani\, journalist\, children’s book author\, activist\, co-author\nAroon Shivdasani\, founder\, former executive & artistic director of the Indo-American Arts Council\, NYC\nMyna Mukherjee\, listed amongst India’s top 5 curators revolutionizing the art space\n\nSeptember 10\, 2024  at Asia Society \n\nShashi Tharoor in conversation with Aroon Purie\nNavdeep Suri and Harpreet in conversation\nTarun Tahiliani in conversation with Fern Mallis\nSree Sreenivasan\n\nSeptember 11\, 2024 at The National Arts Club \n\nJosephine Quinn in conversation with Sanjoy K. Roy\nAndré Aciman in conversation with Kanishk Tharoor\n\nSeptember 11\, 2024  at The Center for Fiction \n\nDevika Rege in conversation Nermeen Shaikh\nIzzeldin Abuelaish in conversation with Mohit Satyanand
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/jaipur-literature-festival-in-new-york-2024/
LOCATION:Asia Society NYC\, 725 Park Ave\, New York\, NY\, 10021\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Interview,Book,Book Reading,Conference,Discussion,Film,History,In Person,Interview,Music,Panel
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