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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Creating Kosher Chop Suey
DESCRIPTION:What happened when chop suey\, a Chinese dish with American roots\, encountered Jewish customers in New York at the turn of the century? A new Center for Women’s History installation in the Joyce B. Cowin Women’s History Niche sheds light on the vibrant\, gastronomic collaboration between two ethnic communities. From debates in the Yiddish press to the publication of  kosher Chinese cookbooks\, and from representations in fine art to restaurant ephemera\, the installation explores how Jewish and Chinese women\, with a shared love for food\, together introduced a new phenomenon in the 1960s: kosher Chinese cuisine. Curated by Shiyong Lu\, Mellon Foundation Predoctoral Fellow in Women’s History and Public History\, and Anna Danziger Halperin\, Director for the Center for Women’s History.  \nImage: Gifford Reynolds Beal (1879–1956). Chinese Restaurant #1\, ca. 1930. Oil on wood panel (reproduction). The New York Historical\, Gift of Charles H. Berman and Norman and Joanne Berman\, 2022.9
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/exhibit-creating-kosher-chop-suey/
LOCATION:New York Historical Society\, 170 Central Park West\, New York\, NY\, 10024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,In Person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: The New York Sari: A Journey Through Tradition\, Fashion\, and Identity
DESCRIPTION:The New York Sari showcases the deep influence that South Asians have had on the culture of New York City and how individuals have drawn strength from tradition while looking clearly towards a bolder future of inclusion and progress. \nThe New York Sari centers the sari as an essential part of the cultural fabric of New York City\, using it as a metaphor for the ways in which the individuals who wear and create saris have straddled tradition\, culture\, and modernity in their work\, art\, and lives. The exhibition tells the stories of who wears saris\, the relationship between saris and identities\, and how they’ve evolved over time. \nThe New York Sari showcases the deep influence that South Asians have had on the culture of New York City from the Gilded Age to the present day\, beginning with the little known history of Coney Island’s first theme park and culminating with the vibrant communities that are home to the South Asian diaspora today. Offering a unique history of migrant communities and gender in New York City\, the exhibition explores how individuals have drawn strength from tradition while looking clearly towards a bolder future of inclusion and progress.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-exhibit-new-york-sari-a-journey-through-tradition-fashion-and-identity/
LOCATION:New York Historical Society\, 170 Central Park West\, New York\, NY\, 10024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,In Person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTSTAMP:20260104T022641Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: hapa.me: 25 Years of the Hapa Project
DESCRIPTION:In 2001\, artist Kip Fulbeck began traveling the country photographing multiracial individuals of all ages and walks of life. Fulbeck’s work sought to address in words and images the one question that Hapa people are frequently asked — What are you? After photographing more than 1\,200 people\, the project culminated in the landmark book and exhibition Kip Fulbeck: Part Asian\, 100% Hapa\, which toured throughout the U.S. A new exhibition Hapa.me — 25 Years of The Hapa Project\, revisits some of the original subjects two decades later. How do they look now? How have their views on their own identity changed? \nDerived from the Hawaiian word for “half\,” the word “hapa” has been embraced as a term of pride by many whose mixed-race heritage includes Asian or Pacific Islander ancestry. The exhibition comes at a time of increasing awareness and identification with being mixed race. The 2020 Census showed that 10% of the population identified as multiracial\, almost tripling from ten years before. In Hapa.me\, Fulbeck presents a nuanced portrait of change and growth within this broad identity by focusing on individual faces and voices. \nOriginating at the Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles\, this New York presentation will feature 30 portraits and responses of local subjects\, installed amidst a hand-painted mural that captures the beauty of being mixed. A central reading table encourages visitors to flip through Hapa.me artist’s books for a fuller archive of the project. This exhibition is a homecoming of sorts for Fulbeck: MOCA was one of the first museums to exhibit the Hapa Project and it has remained a fixture of our permanent exhibition which explores over 200 years of the experiences of Chinese in America. \nhapa.me: 25 Years of the Hapa Project and related programs are made possible with generous support from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature; public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs\, in partnership with the City Council; Bloomberg Philanthropies; and is funded by a grant from the New York City Tourism Foundation. \nAbout the Artist \nKip Fulbeck has exhibited and performed in over 20 countries and throughout the U.S. He is the author of six books including Part Asian\, 100% Hapa; Mixed: Portraits of Multiracial Kids; and Hapa.me – 15 Years of The Hapa Project\, and the exhibition artist of Perseverance: Japanese Tattoo Tradition in a Modern World. He teaches as a Distinguished Professor of Art at the UCSB\, where he received the Faculty Diversity Award and the Distinguished Teaching Award\, and has been named an Outstanding Faculty Member five times.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/exhibit-hapa-me-25-years-of-the-hapa-project/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA)\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,In Person,Museum
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251013
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260309
DTSTAMP:20260109T182331Z
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SUMMARY:Exhibit: Niyū Yūrk: Middle Eastern and North African Lives in the City
DESCRIPTION:The first-ever exhibition at The New York Public Library to explore the history of Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) immigration to NYC\, Niyū Yūrk highlights how the city has shaped the lives\, identities\, and creative practices of MENA communities\, artists\, and writers\, while celebrating their enduring contributions to the city’s cultural landscape and place in global culture. From Little Syria in Manhattan to Yemeni bodegas in Brooklyn\, from Armenian and Arab nightclubs along Eighth Avenue to community music festivals on Atlantic Avenue\, and from women’s activism and advocacy groups to experimental composers and playwrights like Halim El-Dabh and Reza Abdoh\, the exhibition shows how these rich stories are preserved within NYPL’s collections. \nNiyū Yūrk explores the often overlooked history of Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) immigration to New York City\, from the first waves in the late 19th century to the present. The exhibition highlights how New York City has shaped the lives\, identities\, and creative practices of MENA communities\, artists\, and writers. It also emphasizes their enduring contributions to the city’s cultural landscape and place in global culture. \nThrough an array of materials—including local newspapers\, rare books\, archival documents\, prints\, artists’ books\, photographs\, music records\, and film—the exhibition showcases how these voices have been preserved and presented. Niyū Yūrk creates a dynamic dialogue across time\, illustrating the evolving nature of MENA migration to the city as well as the Library’s role in documenting this history. While reflecting on new directions in collecting practices\, it also aims to address gaps in those practices and envision a more inclusive archival future. \nThis exhibition is organized by The New York Public Library and curated by Hiba Abid\, Curator for Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/exhibit-niyu-yurk-middle-eastern-and-north-african-lives-in-the-city/
LOCATION:NYPL Stephen A. Schwarzman Building\, 42nd Street & 5th Avenue New York\, NY 10018\, 42nd Street & 5th Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibit,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260116T221959Z
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SUMMARY:Puppet Artbuild with W.O.W. Project: Lunar New Year Fire Horse Puppet Artbuild Shifts
DESCRIPTION:W.O.W. 2026 Fire Horse Puppet Artbuild Shifts\n\n\nHappy New Year!  \n\n\nWe’re inviting community members to help bring our Fire Horse puppet to life! \nThe workshop will take place in W.O.W.’s basement studio (26 Mott St) on Sunday 1/18 and Sunday 1/25. Due to the limited size of our basement space\, each shift has 8 spots available.\n\n\nPlease choose at least one shift that works for you.  Sign-ups are first come\, first served.\n\n\n\nJoin us *THIS* Sunday January 18th from 1-5pm for our first horse puppet art build session with multidisciplinary artist Elsa Saade! You can register for hourly slot sign-ups for both 1/18 and 1/25 here! We can’t wait to bring our horse puppet to life with you 🙂 Our horse puppet will be making its debut on March 1st as part of an alternative people’s parade to the annual NYC Lunar New Year parade. More details on that coming soon~\n\n\nLocated inside Wing On Wo & Co.\, The WOW Project is a women\, non-binary\, queer\, trans led\, community-based initiative that works to sustain ownership over Chinatown Manhattan’s future by growing\, protecting\, and preserving Chinatown’s culture through arts\, culture\, and activism. Our core mission is to create space for conversations that cross generational gaps to seed intergenerational understanding.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/puppet-artbuild-with-w-o-w-project-lunar-new-year-fire-horse-puppet-artbuild-shifts/
LOCATION:Wing On Wo & Co\, 26 Mott Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Crafts,Health & Wellness,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T170000
DTSTAMP:20260109T182915Z
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SUMMARY:Perception and Reality: What U.S.-China Relations Mean for Chinese Americans Today
DESCRIPTION:New national data reveals bipartisan public support for U.S.-China cooperation and growing concern that rising tensions are hurting Chinese Americans. Committee of 100 partnered with NORC at the University of Chicago\, one of the nation’s largest independent social research organizations\, to conduct its third annual State of Chinese Americans Survey. This one-of-a-kind national survey examines U.S. public views on issues affecting Chinese Americans\, building on insights from the previous two surveys. The research focuses on the cultural\, health\, and sociopolitical situations of today’s Chinese American population. \nJoin us for the launch of the first in a four-part series featuring national data on Americans’ views of U.S.-China relations\, related domestic policies\, and their impact on Chinese Americans. \nOur panelists will explore how public opinion\, policy choices\, and societal attitudes shape the Chinese American experience: \n\nSam Collitt\, Research and Data Scientist at Committee of 100\nMadeline Y. Hsu\, Professor of History at the University of Maryland\, College Park\nIan Shin\, Assistant Professor of History and American Culture at the University of Michigan\nSheryl WuDunn\, Executive\, Lecturer\, and Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist\n\nDesigned for policymakers\, journalists\, researchers\, and community leaders\, this webinar unpacks how Americans’ views of U.S.-China relations shape Chinese American experiences and offers data-driven insights to inform policy\, reporting\, and community action.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/perception-and-reality-what-u-s-china-relations-mean-for-chinese-americans-today/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Education,Survey,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T223000
DTSTAMP:20260123T013731Z
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SUMMARY:A+ Asian Comedy. Asian Stand Up Comedy in NYC's Broadway Theater District.
DESCRIPTION:NYC’s ultimate Asian stand up comedy show. Hilarious comedians as seen on Netflix\, HBO\, Hulu\, and TikTok.\n\n\nA+ Asian Comedy is the ultimate Asian stand up comedy show\, filled with the funniest Asian comedians New York City has to offer. Our comics can be seen on Netflix\, HBO\, and Comedy Central\, but nothing compares to seeing them perform live at the world famous Broadway Comedy Club. Tickets are limited\, so purchase yours now and enjoy the show! \nVenue Policy: \nA two-drink minimum applies (non-alcoholic options available). \n16 and older
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/a-asian-comedy-asian-stand-up-comedy-in-nycs-broadway-theater-district-15/
LOCATION:318 W 53rd St\, 318 West 53rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T173000
DTSTAMP:20260119T220735Z
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SUMMARY:OCA-NY Regional Leadership Summit
DESCRIPTION:A one-day leadership summit with interactive trainings on community organizing\, advocacy\, and civic engagement for AANHPI leaders.\n\n\nPlease join us for a one-day leadership summit with interactive trainings on community organizing\, advocacy\, and civic engagement for AANHPI community members and leaders on Saturday\, 24th of January\, at CPC One\, 45 Suffolk Street. The summit will encourage participants to become more civically engaged and to create a pipeline of policy champions. \nThe summit will feature panels and discussions on: \n\nState of Asian Americans\, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs)\nFight for AANHPI curriculum in New York State public schools featuring your local AANHPI elected officials\nCitizenship\, immigration\, and civil rights\nAffordability crisis and its impact on AANHPI communities\nVoting rights\, redistricting\, and the 2030 US Census\nMock legislative visit on how to engage elected officials and advocate for issues in your community\n\nComplimentary breakfast and lunch will be provided. There will also be a post-summit networking reception. \nOCA-NY is a leading grassroots organization that advocates for the AANHPI community in New York City through education advocacy\, civic engagement\, youth leadership development\, and community building.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/oca-ny-regional-leadership-summit/
LOCATION:Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC)\, 45 Suffolk Street\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In Person,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260110T155707Z
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SUMMARY:Rhythm of the City: Rep Asia
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to move to the rhythm of two dynamic cultures! Rep Asia is a high-energy music and dance celebration reuniting Chinatown Records and Basement Bhangra together on the dance floor. Experience the fusion of Chinese and South Asian sounds with DJ yiuyiu 瑶瑶 and DJ Rekha. Learn to move like we did at the summer Chinatown Block Party 夏日傾情 all over again! \nPrice: Included with Museum Admission \nPhoto Credit: Loreto “Still1” Jamlig
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/rhythm-of-the-city-rep-asia/
LOCATION:Museum of the City of New York\, 1220 Fifth Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10029\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260109T022341Z
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SUMMARY:MOCAKIDS Meet & Greet with Chi-Hoon Kim & Juniper Eisenberg & MOCACREATE
DESCRIPTION:Join Chi-Hoon Kim & Juniper Eisenberg\, authors of Juniper & the Red Swoosh\, for a workshop that brings Juniper’s math-filled world to life!\n\n\nAfter an interactive read-aloud\, explore how the abacus has been used by Chinese and Chinese American families for generations and inspired the innovation of a universally designed abacus to increase math literacy. Build your own simple abacus modeled after the surapan abacus and try out beginner counting techniques drawn from Juniper’s problem-solving journey. Experiment with exploring place values and number sense by setting numbers\, basic arithmetic\, and coin-counting challenges using both the 3D-Click™ abacus and your handmade version. Then\, design your own collage creature inspired by the Red Swoosh with teaching artist Yu Rong. A variety of textures\, shapes\, colors\, and materials will be available for participants to mix\, layer\, and arrange into their own imaginative creatures. \nDesigned for curious makers and math lovers of all ages\, this hands-on workshop invites participants to learn\, play\, and discover how math\, culture\, and creativity come together. Best for ages 6-12. Older and younger siblings are welcome. Book signing and purchase will follow the reading! \nSCHEDULE \n\nThe MOCACREATE drop-in arts & crafts will run from 2 – 4 PM.\nThe MOCAKIDS Meet & Greet with Chi-Hoon and Juniper will start at 2:30 PM.\n\nThis event is FREE with museum admission! Reservations are encouraged. MOCA Family Level Members should enter their promo code to access complimentary tickets. \nAbout Juniper and the Red Swoosh: \nJuniper\, a nine-year-old girl with a vision impairment\, sets out to Corn Market to buy kernels to make popcorn. In front of the market\, she encounters a red creature that is swooshing out with a bag of coins totaling 100 cents. \nJuniper works with Ms. Maize\, the shop owner\, to remediate the theft. Along the way\, Juniper uses her 3D-Click™ abacus to keep track of the coins she retrieves and teaches readers how to add using the abacus. \nThis interactive book provides step-by-step instructions for readers to follow Juniper as she sets her abacus to tally the coins. \nAbout Chi-Hoon Kim and Juniper Eisenberg: \nJuniper Eisenberg \nJuniper is a brave\, fun-loving explorer. Her favorite subject is math and she enjoys using her abacus to solve problems about money. She loves all colors except orange and has a soft spot for pigs and goats. When she is not coming up with jokes\, you can find her practicing her parkour moves. Juniper lives in New York City with her parents. \nChi-Hoon Kim \nChi-Hoon is Juniper’s mother and an academic who holds a PhD in anthropology with a concentration in food studies. She embarked on the adventure to learn Braille and other non-visual skills when Juniper was born. Her mission is to raise awareness about accessible tools and accommodations to empower children with vision impairments. \nWhat is the 3D-Click™ abacus? \nAn abacus is an ancient calculation device used around the world. It features a frame holding an arrangement of slidable beads on rods. It is a tool that helps people visually and tactilely add\, subtract\, multiply\, and divide numbers. Just as typically sighted people use pen and paper to solve math problems\, those with vision impairments can use an adapted abacus. The multi-modal book\, Juniper and the Red Swoosh features a universally designed 3D printed abacus called the 3D-Click™. With our collaborators Mountain Lakes Public Library Makerspace and Clovernook Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired\, we reimaged the abacus with access in mind to modernize and expand the reach of the abacus. The innovative “click and bump” rod design of the 3D-Click™ locks in the counting beads and provides haptic and auditory feedback. These unique features support foundational math literacy skills such as number sense\, number bonds\, and place value. \nPaint\, build\, craft\, and collage with us! Inspired by the museum’s exhibitions and local artists\, MOCACREATE explores different themes every month. MOCACREATE workshops are designed with families in mind\, but all are welcome! \nYu Rong is a painter and product designer. She was born in Sichuan and currently lives in New York City\, where she is a teaching artist at the Hope Garden Center and at MOCA. She received her BFA in Product Design and MFA in Painting at Parsons School of Design and NYSS\, but has been practicing art ever since she was a child. You can learn more about her here: www.yurong.work! \nMOCACREATE & MOCAKIDS Meet & Greets are supported\, in part\, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs\, in partnership with the City Council and the New York State Council on the Arts under Governor Kathy Hochul’s Regional Economic Development Council Initiative. \nGeneral Admission \n\nAdults: $10\nSeniors (over 55): $5\nStudents (with valid ID): $5\nVisitors with disabilities: $5\n\nBook online in advance to receive $2 discount for adults. \nReserve Here \nFamily Level Member Admission: FREE \nNot a MOCA member yet? Join MyMOCA now to receive exclusive member benefits\, special discounts and offerings\, and “First to Know!” announcements about MOCA’s exhibitions and public programs. \nBecome a Member Here \nPay-What-You-Wish Admission \nNYC Residents (Manhattan\, Brooklyn\, Queens\, The Bronx\, Staten Island) \nAccepted Residency Verification: \n\nNew York State driver’s license\nNew York State ID card\nIDNYC\nNew York library card\nCurrent bill or statement with a New York State address\n\nPay-what-you-wish admission can only be purchased in person with a residency verification. \nComplimentary Admission and Passes \nEligible visitors must present valid ID\, membership card\, or pass upon arrival. Complimentary admission is available to: \n\nChildren under 12\nCaregivers accompanying visitors with disabilities\nActive-duty military personnel and families (with valid military ID)\nHealth care workers (with valid employee ID)\nCool Culture Family Pass holders (up to 5 family members per visit)\nCulture Pass holders (New York\, Brooklyn\, Queens Public Libraries\, with reservation)\nSNAP/EBT cardholders\nAmerican Alliance of Museums (AAM) members\nInternational Council of Museums (ICOM) members\nMuseums Council of New York City members\nPress and media (with valid press ID)\nCorporate Partners (employees with valid corporate ID)\nReciprocal members from participating institutions\nBronx Museum Pass holders\nStaff of other museums and cultural organizations (with valid employee ID)
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/mocakids-meet-greet-with-chi-hoon-kim-juniper-eisenberg-mocacreate/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
CATEGORIES:Festival,In Person
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T193000
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SUMMARY:Tokyo Downtown: City Pop\, J-Pop\, Synthwave\, Disco
DESCRIPTION:Step into a shimmering dream of 1980s Tokyo as Kuni Mikami’s Tokyo Downtown brings the smooth\, soulful sounds of City Pop to life! Immerse yourself in the nostalgic groove of sleek synths\, funky basslines\, and lush melodies that defined Japan’s golden age of pop music. \nFrom the neon-lit streets of Shibuya to the breezy coastal drives of Yokohama\, Tokyo Downtown channels the iconic vibes of artists like Tatsuro Yamashita\, Mariya Takeuchi\, and Anri\, transporting you to a world of high-rise romance and midnight escapades. \nKuni Mikami (Keyboard)\, Chihiro Tainaka (Vocal)\,Yuko Ito (Vocal)\, Kumiko Arikawa (Vocal)\, Ruco Nishino (Vocal)\, MJ Kahng (Bass)\,Tomoya Ogawa (Guitar)\, Rintaro Mikami (Drums) \nJan. 24 – Doors 5:30pm / Show 6:00pm / Walk-ins welcome \nFeb. 27 – Doors 7:00pm / Show 7:30pm / Walk-ins welcome \n21+ ID Required. Please be reminded that tables have a 2-drink minimum per person. All sales are final.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/tokyo-downtown-city-pop-j-pop-synthwave-disco/
LOCATION:The Red Pavilion\, 1241 Flushing Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11237\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260309
DTSTAMP:20260121T191322Z
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SUMMARY:Rasa Labs Embodied Creative Cultural Intensives
DESCRIPTION:Investigate Rasa—the felt essence of experience—using the Moving Rasa framework in community to ask life questions\, try practices\, and integrate what you notice. \nOn Limited Sundays\, 2–5pm • Jan 25 – Mar 8 • Prime Produce (424 W 54th St) \nWhat you’ll take away\n\nAn inquiry method: the Moving Rasa framework for asking life questions through movement and the animist world around us.\nEmbodied cultural literacy: a felt encounter with Austronesian wisdom (silat\, foodways\, bamboo\, poetry) that refreshes how you perceive and relate.\nTransferable practices: cross-disciplinary methods you can bring to teams\, classrooms\, and community spaces.\nReal community & gentle integration: a small cohort you actually get to know—no presentations required\nYour Rasa toolkit: simple\, repeatable micro-rituals to sense\, name\, and follow what’s alive.\n\nPricing\nRasa Labs is offered on a sliding scale to support access and sustainability. The Sliding rate is for those needing greater accessibility. Standard rates support the lab’s costs. Support rates help expand scholarships. Choose the rate that reflects your capacity at this moment. \nFor one workshop: \n\nSliding: $60\nStandard: $75\nSupporter: $100\n\nMultiple workshops begin at: \n\nSliding: $45 per session\nStandard: $60\nSupporter: $75
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/rasa-labs-embodied-creative-cultural-intensives/
LOCATION:Prime Produce\, 424 West 54th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T150000
DTSTAMP:20251223T041449Z
CREATED:20251223T035513Z
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SUMMARY:AAPI New York: Stories in Queens
DESCRIPTION:Localized History Project and Asian American Education Project are building NYC’s AAPI Studies Curriculum! Come learn Queens AAPI History.\n\n\nThe Localized History Project@AAARI-CUNY and The Asian American Eduation Project are working to build NYC’s AAPI Studies Curriculum\, and support educators\, students\, and community learn and incorporate localized NYC AAPI history into their classroom. \nIn this event\, learn Queens’ based history from NYC youth researchers\, featuring the following projects: \n\nFilipino Nurses activism in Woodside\nIndo Caribbean Music + Culture in Richmond Hills\nVietnamese Nail Salon Workers Stories in Queens\nSouth Asian labor history in Jackson Heights\n\nThe event will include primary resource packets and support/work time for educators to weave these stories into their classrooms. Food\, coffee\, and bubble tea provided!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/aapi-new-york-stories-in-queens/
LOCATION:CUNY School of Law\, 2 Court Square West\, Community Room\, Queens\, NY\, 11101\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T203000
DTSTAMP:20260109T175143Z
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SUMMARY:The Story Collider: Unspoken - Stories About Science
DESCRIPTION:True\, personal stories about science\n\n\nThe Story Collider is a storytelling show dedicated to bringing true\, personal stories about science to audiences around the world. Each month we bring five storytellers to the stage to tell their stories of how science impacted their lives in touching\, funny\, and interesting ways. \nJoin us for an evening of stories about science that is not talked about enough\, from mental health to infertility. Spend the evening with 5 stories that need to be heard\, at Caveat\, NYC! \nHosted by Diana Li and Paula Croxson at Caveat NYC. Doors at 6:30pm. Show starts at 7:00pm. \nIn person and livestreamed. Early bird tickets available until until January 19\, 7:00pm. \nStories by:\nDenise Cai\, PhD\, is an Associate Professor of Neuroscience at Mount Sinai\, which is ironic since her last science class was high school biology. Her two biggest regrets are not trying out for the cheerleading team and not starting antidepressants sooner. Both helped shape her path toward understanding how our past experiences guide who we become. She studies how the brain organizes and integrates experiences so memories can inform future choices\, and how this process changes with trauma or aging. Denise co-developed open source Miniscopes\, (tiny head-mounted microscopes) that let researchers watch neurons interact in real time. Using these tools\, her lab has shown that memory systems are not tidy photo albums. They are more like chaotic group chats that constantly link\, relink\, and reshape our identities. Denise is passionate about fostering curiosity\, creativity\, and community. She believes that real scientific breakthroughs arise when diverse perspectives are welcomed and empowered. She still suspects she would have made a great cheerleader. \nDr Zakia Ghafari is an author\, consultant\, and captivating storyteller. An immigrant from Afghanistan\, she weaves powerful narratives of resilience\, womanhood\, and reinvention. Blending science and soul\, she inspires audiences to embrace change\, celebrate strength\, and transform life’s challenges into fuel for a vibrant\, empowered future. \nClare McCormack\, PhD\, is an assistant professor in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. Her research focuses on women’s mental health in pregnancy and the peripartum\, and challenges the “mommy brain” construct. She takes an interdisciplinary approach to understanding interactions between brain\, biology\, and the environment in shaping adaptation to parenthood. Her recent work is among the first to use brain MRI during pregnancy to examine neuroplasticity at the transition to parenthood and its implications for maternal and infant health. \nDr. Kibby McMahon is a licensed clinical psychologist\, researcher\, and digital health entrepreneur who’s obsessed with the emotional complexities of relationships. She earned her BA from Columbia University and her PhD in clinical psychology from Duke University\, where her NIMH-funded research focused on how regulating our own emotions helps us connect more deeply with others. She has held research and clinical roles at Duke University Medical Center\, Columbia University\, Weill Cornell Hospital\, and the Max Planck Institute. Dr. Kibby is a family caregiver and breast cancer survivor- experiences that reshaped how she understands vulnerability\, resilience\, and what it means to care for others while holding yourself together. These threads came together when she co-founded KulaMind\, a digital mental health company that supports loved ones of people with mental illness through evidence-based skills\, coaching\, and AI-powered tools. She also hosts the podcast “A Little Help for Our Friends\,” which explores the invisible emotional labor of loving someone who is struggling with mental health or addiction. She lives in New York with her tornado of a son\, a fluff of a dog\, and a partner-in-crime husband. \nAnnie Tan is an educator\, activist\, writer and storyteller from Manhattan’s Chinatown. Annie’s work has been featured in Huffington Post\, New Republic\, PBS’ Asian Americans\, RISK! and twice on The Moth Radio Hour on NPR. Annie is writing a memoir about connecting with her immigrant parents despite not sharing a common fluent language. Find more at annietan.com.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/the-story-collider-unspoken/
LOCATION:Caveat\, 21 A Clinton Street\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T204500
DTSTAMP:20260112T041546Z
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SUMMARY:Film: Standing Above The Clouds followed Q&A with director Jalena Keane-Lee
DESCRIPTION:Standing Above the Clouds highlights the movement to protect Mauna Kea through the intergenerational stories of women in three Native Hawaiian families as they stand for the sacred mountain. The film follows teacher and community organizer Pua Case and her two daughters — artist-activists Hāwane Rios and Kapulei Flores — who have been called to stop the telescope since 2010. Their lives quickly become consumed with frontline actions and court proceedings and immersed in ceremonies and cultural practices. As they face opposition and arrests\, they are joined by a community who have dedicated their lives to protecting Mauna Kea.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/film-standing-above-the-clouds-followed-qa-with-director-jalena-keane-lee/
LOCATION:Nitehawk Cinema – Williamsburg\, 136 Metropolitan Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11249\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,In Person
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260129
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260216T110715Z
CREATED:20260109T162552Z
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SUMMARY:Theater: Ai Yah Goy Vey! Adventures of a Dim Son in Search of His Wanton Father (with Discount)
DESCRIPTION:Ai Yah Goy Vey!\nAdventures of a Dim Son in Search of His Wanton Father\nWorld Premiere \nLunar New Year Special – $50 tickets (+ fees)\nUse promo code YEAROFTHEHORSE\nValid for performances through February 17  \nPan Asian Repertory Theatre\, Tisa Chang\, Founding Artistic Director\, will celebrate the New Year with the World Premiere of Ai Yah Goy Vey! – Adventures of a Dim Son in Search of His Wanton Father\, a solo show written and performed by Richard Chang — “our celebration of diverse New Yorkers who contribute to our daily lives\,” states Tisa Chang. \nDirected by Laura Josepher\, performances will begin on Thursday\, January 29\, 2026 (through March 1\, 2026) at the Mezzanine Theatre – A.R.T./New York Theatres (502 West 53rd Street). \nOpening Performance: Sunday\, February 8\, 2026 at 3:00pm. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Production\nIn Ai Yah Goy Vey!\, a country bumpkin delivers Chinese takeout food in New York City’s diverse neighborhoods while seeking his long-lost Papa who dumped his Chinese Opera diva-Mama. Colorful characters offer clues in a “Looney Tunes” whodunit that combines standup comedy\, musical theatre\, dance\, opera\, and puppetry. By playing on cultural similarities\, the show shatters absurd assumptions to celebrate the diversity and one-ness of the human race. \nA vibrant\, costumed romp with diverse characters reflecting all of New York. \nDedication\nThis production is dedicated to the memory of actor\, playwright\, director\, and Pan Asian co-founding member Ernest Abuba\, who was a teacher and mentor of Richard Chang.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/theater-ai-yah-goy-vey-adventures-of-a-dim-son-in-search-of-his-wanton-father/
LOCATION:A.R.T./ New York Mezzanine Theatre\, 502 W 53rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260129T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260129T130000
DTSTAMP:20260126T132238Z
CREATED:20260126T132238Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: The 14th Amendment & Our Communities–Defending Birthright Citizenship
DESCRIPTION:Birthright citizenship—a cornerstone of the 14th Amendment—is once again under attack. In partnership with Asian Law Caucus\, this lunch and learn will explore the history and ongoing relevance of the 14th Amendment\, and how Asian Americans have played a pivotal role in shaping its legacy. \nTogether\, we’ll examine landmark moments including the Chinese Exclusion Act\, United States v. Wong Kim Ark\, and Executive Order 14160\, while reflecting on the broader question: Who gets to be an American citizen? \nA legal representative from the Asian Law Caucus will join us for a live Q&A to address current threats to birthright citizenship and answer your questions. Attendees will leave with historical context\, up-to-date legal insights\, and resources to understand and advocate around this critical issue affecting our communities. \nThe contents of this webinar are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/lunch-learn-the-14th-amendment-our-communities-defending-birthright-citizenship/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Grades K–5,High School,Middle School
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T191500
DTSTAMP:20260123T005236Z
CREATED:20260109T003753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T005236Z
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SUMMARY:Asian American Career Ceilings  “Advice and Networking Event - Industrial"
DESCRIPTION:The Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative\n“Advice and Networking Event – Industrial”\nJan 29\, 2026\nCall for Advisors\n\n\nThe Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative \n“An Advice and Networking Event (Industrial)” \nJanuary 29\, 2026 from 6 pm ET to 7:15 pm ET \nWe are pleased to invite you to the 52nd event organized by the Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative. This virtual event will enable Asian Americans of all ages to get valuable career advice from experienced and successful Asian Americans in the Industrial professions. We have been holding this event for different professions in the past and will continue to do so in the future. \nWe will start with a 20 minute panel\, followed by virtual breakout rooms where experienced Asian American advisors will host individual breakout rooms that attendees can join. The attendees will have a list of the experienced advisors in advance and will be able to choose which breakout rooms they want to visit to get career advice and to ask questions. We will have breakout rooms for the different functional areas in business: sales/marketing\, general management\, strategy/BD\, manufacturing\, finance and research and development. The attendees will be able to move from room to room as they wish. \nThis will be a unique opportunity to explore these professions with experienced practitioners and make personal connections. Discussions will be frank and informative as each breakout room host will answer your questions and share personal insights about their functional area\, including both the upsides and the downsides. \nWe hope this event will help those of you who are either just starting out or are in the early to mid-stages of their career to enhance their career planning. We hope that this event will you overcome obstacles and to accelerate your careers. \nIf you would like to join us for this networking/advisory event\, please register at: \nRegistration: https://c100-1-29-2026.eventbrite.com \nRegards\, \nPeter Young \nChair\, Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative \n  \nUpcoming Asian American Career Ceilings Advice and Networking events: \n· Finance Advice and Networking Event on February 18 at 6 pm ET \n· Investing Advice and Networking Event on March 11 at 6 pm ET \n· Arts and Entertainment Advice and Networking Event on April 8 at 6 pm ET \n  \nThe Committee of 100 \nThe Committee of 100 (C100) is a non-profit\, non-partisan leadership organization of prominent Chinese Americans in business\, government\, academia\, and the arts founded 37 years ago. \nThe Committee’s purpose is to provide leadership and act as a constructive force in the dual mission of: \nPromoting the full participation of all Chinese Americans in American society and acting as a public policy resource for the Chinese-American community; \nAdvancing constructive dialogue and relationships between the peoples and leaders of the United States and Greater China. \nTo learn more about the organization\, please go to https://www.committee100.org. You can reach the headquarters office at 212-371-6565. \nCOMMITTEE OF 100 | Ensuring Full Inclusion in America\, Advancing U.S.-China Relations \n28 West 44th Street\, Suite 1014\, New York\, NY 10036 \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/asian-american-career-ceilings-advice-and-networking-event-industrial-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Networking,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T220000
DTSTAMP:20260116T221714Z
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SUMMARY:Ma-Jong & Games: A CINGS Lunar New Year Party
DESCRIPTION:Kick off Lunar New Year with a night that’s equal parts play\, culture\, and connection. \nJoin CINGS (China Institute Next Generation x The Serica Initiative) x Chop Suey Club  for a vibrant Lunar New Year celebration featuring Mahjong\, games\, drinks\, delicious bites\, and community\, all set inside the China Institute in the heart of NYC. \nWhether you’re a seasoned Mahjong player\, totally new to the game\, or just here for the vibes\, this night is designed for maximum fun and zero intimidation. \n🎓 Mahjong Origins & Beginner Lesson | 6:00–6:30 PM\nCurious about Mahjong but never learned? We’ve got you. \nThe evening begins with a short\, engaging introduction to the history and cultural origins of Mahjong\, followed by a guided beginner lesson led by Ruoyi and her team at Chop Suey Club. With dedicated instructors and multiple Mahjong sets\, beginners will learn the basics and jump right into play—no experience required. \n🀄🎲 Games Night Open Play | 6:30–10:00 PM\nAfter the lesson\, the floor opens up for open play all night long: \nMahjong (beginner & intermediate tables) \nPoker \nDoudizhu (Landlord) \nBoard and table games \nCasual drop-in play with friends old and new \nPlay as many games as you like\, hop between tables\, and meet fellow game-lovers in a lively\, social setting.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/ma-jong-games-a-cings-lunar-new-year-party/
LOCATION:China Institute of America\, 100 Washington Street\, New York\, NY\, 10006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Games
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T203000
DTSTAMP:20260129T042239Z
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SUMMARY:Laughing Lassi – The #1 South Asian Stand-Up Comedy Show in New York City!
DESCRIPTION:Laughing Lassi brings the funniest South Asian comedians from NYC and around the world to one stage.\n\n\nAfter four years of sold-out shows\, we’re kicking off 2026 with a killer lineup and fresh programming! This year\, not only do we keep our optional after-party — we’re introducing a brand-new audience spotlight segment! \n🔥 One lucky audience member will get 1–2 minutes on stage to tell their joke.\n💬 Just submit your joke when purchasing your ticket.\n📣 If selected\, you’ll perform live — and your set will be featured on our social media! \nGET YOUR TICKETS NOW!\nLaughing Lassi is New York City’s premier South Asian stand-up comedy show\, featuring the best Desi and Indian-American comedians from NYC and beyond. \nAs featured in TimeOut NYC\, The New Yorker\, and India Tribune\, this monthly comedy event has become a must-see cultural experience — a place where laughter meets identity\, storytelling\, and community. \nWhether you’re South Asian or simply love smart\, diverse humor\, Laughing Lassi promises a night of non-stop laughter and unforgettable energy. Each lineup features top comedians who have performed on Comedy Central\, Netflix\, and major festivals around the world. \n📅 When: Doors open at 6:30 PM | Show starts 7:00 PM sharp (no “Brown Time” here!)\n📍 Where: Midtown Manhattan – Convenient NYC location\n🍸 Venue Policy: 2-drink minimum (alcoholic & non-alcoholic options available) \nJoin hundreds of fans who’ve made Laughing Lassi a monthly tradition for celebrating South Asian talent and NYC comedy. \nThe show is in English\, welcoming audiences of all backgrounds. Perfect for a night out with friends\, family\, or coworkers. \n🎟️ Tickets: Shows sell out fast —\n💬 Follow Us: IG@LaughingLassi\, Medium@LaughingLassi\, TikTok@LaughingLassi \n  \n🚨 Important Information\n\nLineups are subject to change due to last-minute cancellations.\nTickets cover the main show (7:00 PM – 8:30 PM)\, not your drinks. The after-party is optional and free for attendees based on audience interest – please email us for details.\nRefunds available up to 24 hours before the event; no refunds on the day of or after the show as we have limited seating.\n\nJoin us at Laughing Lassi to celebrate South Asian talent and experience a comedy show like no other. Don’t miss your chance to be part of NYC’s most talked-about South Asian comedy event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLaughing Lassi — The South Asian Comedy Movement Taking Over New York City\nIn a city known for comedy greatness\, where stages like Comedy Cellar\, Gotham Comedy Club\, New York Comedy Club\, NY Comedy Club\, and shows in West Village\, Greenwich Village\, Times Square\, and Brooklyn define what’s funny\, there is now a new voice rising — one that reflects a billion people across the globe. \nThat voice is Laughing Lassi\, New York City’s leading South Asian stand-up comedy show and one of the fastest-growing live comedy events in Manhattan. \nLaughing Lassi brings together Desi\, Indian\, Pakistani\, Bangladeshi\, Bengali\, Filipino American\, Japanese American\, Chinese American\, and Korean American comedians in a space where identity\, culture\, and comedy collide. It is not just a show — it is a movement. A monthly showcase in the heart of Midtown Manhattan\, steps away from Times Square\, designed for audiences who crave bold storytelling\, sharp perspective\, and the raw energy of international voices. \nThe show reflects the momentum of global comedians who have changed the landscape of comedy — Hasan Minhaj\, Andrew Schulz\, Nimesh Patel\, Ali Wong\, Russell Peters\, Vir Das\, Hari Kondabolu\, Zarna Garg\, Jimmy O. Yang\, Aparna Nancherla\, Aakash Singh\, and more. Comedy fans search phrases like “shows like Hasan Minhaj\,” “brown comedy in NYC\,” or “stand-up comedy similar to Russell Peters\,” and Laughing Lassi appears because the DNA of the show is exactly that — smart\, multicultural storytelling rooted in immigrant experience and identity. \nWhy Laughing Lassi Matters\nMost comedy lineups in Manhattan look the same: similar voices\, similar perspectives\, similar punchlines. \nLaughing Lassi is different. \nAt Laughing Lassi\, comedians talk about: \n\nImmigrant parents who negotiate everything\nMarrying outside your culture\nConfusing dating rules in America\nBeing brown in corporate America\nNavigating two identities at once — “American enough” but also “brown enough”\n\nFrom Bollywood jokes to crowd work about spicy food to diaspora humor that hits at your soul\, these comedians deliver observational humor\, storytelling comedy\, dark humor\, and clean comedy depending on the night. \nMany audience members discover Laughing Lassi while searching: \n\ncomedy near me\nNYC date night ideas\nunique NYC experiences\ncomedy shows tonight NYC\nthings to do in NYC this weekend\nfun things to do in Manhattan\nbest nightlife in NYC\n\nOthers find it while specifically looking for a: \n\nsouth asian standup comedy show\nindian standup comedy show in new york city\npakistani standup comedy show\nbangladeshi standup comedy show\ndesi standup comedy show in new york city\nsouth asian standup comedy show in new jersey\n\nOr when searching generic NYC entertainment terms: \n\nstandup comedy show\ncomedy show\nstandup comedy show new york city\nlive standup comedy show in new york city\ncheap comedy tickets new york\nbest comedy show in manhattan\nbest standup comedy show in new york city\n\nLaughing Lassi ranks because it is genuinely what people are searching for. \nNYC Is Ready for This Comedy Era\nNew York City has always been the proving ground of comedy. Every great comedian hustles through Comedy Cellar\, Comedy Cellar NYC\, Comedy Cellar New York\, Gotham Comedy Club\, and eventually dreams of performing at iconic venues like Radio City Music Hall\, just like the tours of Hasan Minhaj’s The King’s Jester and Act Your Age. \nBut Laughing Lassi fills a gap that no traditional comedy club was addressing. \nFor the first time in NYC: \n\nBrown people are not just the audience.\nBrown comedians are the headliners.\n\nThe laughter in that room hits differently\, because finally the stories being told onstage reflect the people sitting in the crowd. \nMore Than a Show: It’s a Cultural Touchpoint\nLaughing Lassi is not just entertainment — it is a cultural gathering. \nAudience members describe it as: \n\n“brown community therapy”\n“brown TED Talk\, but funnier”\n“Bollywood meets Andrew Schulz crowd work”\n“Hasan Minhaj energy with Russell Peters nostalgia”\n\nSouth Asian humor blends seamlessly with NYC nightlife\, making the show a go-to destination for: \n\nfriend groups looking for something new\,\ncouples searching for date night ideas NYC\,\nsolo newcomers searching comedy near me\,\ntourists exploring things to do in New York City\,\nbrown singles hoping to meet other South Asians.\n\nLaughing Lassi regularly draws diverse crowds from: \n\nManhattan\nWest Village\nBrooklyn\nQueens\nNew Jersey\nLong Island\n\nThis show is becoming the official South Asian culture event NYC didn’t know it needed. \nA Community That Represents Millions\nLaughing Lassi is the only show where an audience member can shout: \n“Say something in Bengali!” \n…and three comics on the lineup actually can. \nIt is the only show where: \n\nA Pakistani comedian roasts a Bangladeshi guy sitting in the front row\,\nAn Indian comic compares aunties to CIA interrogators\,\nA Filipino American jokes about being mistaken for South Asian\,\nA Korean American explains why brown parents and Korean parents are the same — just different spices.\n\nLaughing Lassi is a multicultural comedy night with global flavor. \nWhat Makes Laughing Lassi SEO-Powerful\nBecause it includes phrases people actively search: \n\ncomedy cellar nyc\ncomedy shows nyc\ncomedy club nyc\ncomedy club new york\nnyc comedy club\nbest comedy show in west village\nsouth asian comedy nyc\ndesi standup comedy show new york city\nindian comedians nyc\npakistani comedy show nyc\nbangladeshi comedy show new york\n\n…and NYC tourism search terms: \n\nlive comedy near times square\nlast minute tickets NYC\ngroup activities NYC\nweekend events NYC\n\nLaughing Lassi naturally ranks. \nSearch engines see Laughing Lassi associated with high-value keywords like: \n\ncrowd work comedy\nstorytelling comedy\nimmigrant humor\ndiaspora jokes\nmulticultural comedy\n\nThis helps Google\, Instagram\, YouTube\, TikTok\, and Eventbrite connect Laughing Lassi with searches for “shows like Hasan Minhaj” or “brown comedy NYC.” \nLaughing Lassi is the Future of Comedy\nLaughing Lassi is becoming the cultural home for the next generation of comedians — the ones who will headline Netflix specials\, late-night shows\, and eventually sell out Radio City Music Hall. \nBecause the future of comedy is not one voice. \nIt’s many. \nAnd they’re all on this stage. \nCall to Action:\nFollow the journey on Instagram: @LaughingLassi\nCome see the show that everyone is talking about — the one critics and audiences call: \n“The best standup comedy show in Manhattan.” \n“The funniest Desi comedy show in New York City.” \n“If Hasan Minhaj and Russell Peters had a baby — it would be Laughing Lassi.” \nTickets sell out fast.\nSeats are limited.\nAnd every month is a completely new lineup.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/laughing-lassi-the-1-south-asian-stand-up-comedy-show-in-new-york-city/
LOCATION:Broadway Comedy Club\, 318 West 53rd Street\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,In Person
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SUMMARY:A4 January Town Hall: Fashion
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, February 3\, 6:30–8:30pm. \nIt will still take place at Prime Produce\, 424 W 54th Street\, New York\, NY 10019. \nFor our first Town Hall of the year\, A4 is focused on fashion. Designers and leaders in fashion are invited to share their projects\, resources\, and opportunities with the AAPI creative community\, as well as make new connections. \nFeatured presenters include designer Rujuta Sheth\, who will share the ins and outs of running her namesake collection that is expressed through organic\, handwoven textiles and traditional techniques. We’ll also hear from Tsui Pappas\, a consultant in sustainable sourcing practices\, who will share about her work spanning design\, development\, and production partnering with prominent brands like 3.1 Phillip Lim\, Zac Posen\, and Herve Leger\, as well as organizations like CFDA. \nAdditionally\, the evening will feature a line-up of brief pitches from the community. After the presentations\, we’ll host a potluck meal\, so please bring something to share; homemade or store bought items are welcome. A4 will provide drinks. \nThank you to our event partner Prime Produce\, a grassroots collective of friends\, family\, and neighbors committed to better serving our communities. \nThis event is FREE and open to the public. RSVP is required to attend and/or pitch\, but you do not have to pitch to attend. \nFor pitching guidelines and other information about A4 Town Halls\, please visit our FAQ. If you have additional questions\, please email programs@aaartsalliance.org. \nAccessibility: Prime Produce is wheelchair accessible and has gendered restrooms. \nIf you need CART Transcription\, ASL interpretation\, large print\, or any other accommodations for this event\, please email programs@aaartsalliance.org at least one week before this event. \nAbout Rujuta Sheth \nRujuta Sheth is a New York-based designer creating vibrant\, effortless clothing that blends modern style with artisanal craftsmanship. Inspired by travel\, color\, and culture\, her pieces celebrate individuality and comfort while supporting artisans and sustainable practices\, making everyday wear expressive and beautifully crafted. \nShe travels often\, and draws inspiration from the cultures and landscapes she experiences. Born in India\, she grew up surrounded by artisans\, weavers\, beaders\, and embroiderers. When she launched her namesake line in 2015\, she naturally returned to tap into the creativity and craftsmanship she knew so well. Her collection juxtaposes traditional technique with modern silhouette\, expressed through organic and handwoven textiles. Rujuta is committed to sustainability and longevity in all facets of design\, production\, and wearability. \nAbout Tsui Pappas \nTsui Pappas is a graduate of Parsons School of Design. She is a creative executive with over 25 years in the fashion industry. Her career started in design and has expanded to become an expert in sustainable sourcing and practices. \nShe held roles as the VP of Development and Production for global brands\nsuch as Theory\, Alexander Wang\, and 31. Phillip Lim. Tsui is a fellow with the nonprofit Bulid-a-Nest that supports artisan businesses worldwide. Tsui is a frequent lecturer at Parsons School of Design\, FIT\, and Columbia University. She serves on the board of Fashion Arts Xchange\, a nonprofit that provides opportunities for POC in the fashion industry through education and internships. \nTsui currently runs a creative consultancy pioneering in sustainable sourcing and practices. With a deep understanding of supply chain worldwide Pappas Creative LLC assists in business development with the ability to pivot between design\, development\, and production. Clients include Zac Posen; Herve Leger (Centric Brands) Breakers Hotel Palm Beach\, CFDA\, SEMS Footwear\, Ground Up Intl – footwear\, Consifex Portugal\, and Les Fearns. Tsui is also a partner in the tech startup TheFitted.com\, a new technology that combines measurements and images for a virtual try-on delivering the desired fit and product for consumers. \nAbout A4’s Town Hall \nTown Hall is A4’s bi-monthly community gathering event that features presentations\, pitches\, and power networking over a potluck meal. We welcome artists of all disciplines\, as well as arts organizations\, to share upcoming projects\, find collaborators\, or discover new opportunities in a lively space.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/a4-january-town-hall-fashion/
LOCATION:Prime Produce\, 424 West 54th Street\, New York\, NY\, 10019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fashion,In Person
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SUMMARY:Asian Americans & Nature - Virtual Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a collaborative workshop exploring the ways Asian Americans relate to nature through reflections on migration\, labor\, and place!\n\n\nAsian Americans & Nature \nJoin us on Tuesday\, February 3rd at 5PM PST / 8PM EST for our next People’s School for Justice session! \nThis will be a collaborative workshop exploring the ways Asian Americans relate to nature through reflections on migration\, labor\, and place! \nHow have Asian Americans historically been positioned in relationship to nature? What new relationships to our environment can we create? How might we question settler urges to own and commodify nature – what new ways of inhabiting the earth are possible? \nParticipants will come together to reflect on the landscapes and everyday environments that shape Asian American lives. Thinking expansively about both “Asian America” and “nature\,” and centering lived experience\, we will explore how migration\, family history\, and place influence our relationships with our environment. \nNo prior knowledge needed. We will begin with short grounding/framing\, historical context\, and case studies around Asian American relationships to nature drawn from my scholarly research\, and then move through guided prompts and shared conversation. Looking forward to being in community with you. ❤️ \nMeet the Facilitator \nK Yin (they/them/ta) is a writer and scholar. They are currently a PhD student in American Studies at Brown. Broadly\, they have interests in and teach on Asian American art\, race and ethnic studies\, and the environment. Their research explores 19th-century visual archives alongside contemporary Asian American art and performance. \nThey were raised between Sonoma County and Zhejiang. They love leaf-wrapped foods of all kinds (tamales\, zongzi\, etc.). You can find their culinary creations at congee_baby on Instagram. \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/asian-americans-nature/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260914
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SUMMARY:Noguchi’s New York
DESCRIPTION:In 1922\, Isamu Noguchi first moved to New York—a city that would remain his on-again\, off-again home for the remainder of his life. Though he was an avid traveler who built meaningful connections and temporary homes around the world\, Noguchi always returned to New York. It was here that he created some of his most iconic artworks and imagined countless others. \nThis exhibition examines Noguchi’s deep and dynamic relationship with New York City\, exploring how its material\, cultural\, social\, and political landscape indelibly transformed his artwork and thinking\, and how he in turn transformed the city. It also highlights Noguchi’s unflagging attempts to give back by sculpting communal spaces for exploration and play—efforts often thwarted\, most notably by the influential NYC Parks Commissioner Robert Moses. \nNoguchi’s New York encompasses more than 50 works\, including sculptures\, project models\, photographs\, and archival materials. The exhibition also brings to life Noguchi’s visions for unrealized playgrounds and playground equipment through a series of hand-painted animated films by Jack Cunningham and Nicolas Ménard of Eastend Western. \nOrganized on the 40th anniversary of The Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum\, this exhibition celebrates the Museum itself as one of Noguchi’s most profound gifts to this city he called home. \nPhoto credit: Isamu Noguchi\, 1980
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/noguchis-new-york/
LOCATION:Noguchi Museum\, Noguchi Museum\, 9-01 33rd Rd\, Astoria\, NY 11106\, USA\, Astoria\, NY\, 11106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Exhibit,Photography
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T180000
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SUMMARY:Harnessing the Power of Graphic Novels in the Classroom - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Graphic novels (memoirs and nonfiction) and comic books are an integral tool in increasing literacy and engagement in the classroom. Through this workshop\, educators will learn the scholarship and research behind the benefits of using comics and graphic novels in the classroom while also gaining access to learning activities and materials to support this work.  Participants will learn about the current research on literacy in social studies and how graphic novels improve literacy\, reading comprehension\, and engagement. The workshop ends with a walk-through of various activities and novels that educators can use in their classrooms. Participants will receive a workshop folder filled with classroom activities and lesson extensions at the end of the session. This workshop is ideal for middle school – high school social studies and ELA teachers. \nFacilitator: Rachael Richard\, TAAS Ambassador \nFree and open to all. Professional Development hours awarded. \nThis event is brought to you by Teach Asian American Stories and AAPI New Jersey.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/harnessing-the-power-of-graphic-novels-in-the-classroom-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Education,High School,Middle School,Virtual
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T220000
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SUMMARY:Join Potluck Asian America at the Theater: Meet Playwright Lauren Yee and Get a VIP Ticket for Her New Play Mother Russia!
DESCRIPTION:Join Potluck Asian America for AANHPI night for a preview performance of Mother Russia\, the newest play by acclaimed playwright and screenwriter Lauren Yee. \nTWO TYPES OF TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE:  \n\nExclusive meet and greet reception with playwright Lauren Yee at 6pm and VIP seating for the preview performance of Mother Russia at 7pm on February 4 for $75. Supply is limited. Purchase at link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/meet-playwright-lauren-yee-and-get-vip-seats-for-her-new-play-mother-russia    NOW SOLD OUT\n\n\nSee the Play only on February 4th at 7pm with Discount of 20% off with promo code “potluck20” on the upper right hand corner of the screen for any non-VIP seat. Discount will be applied once seat(s) have been selected.  Purchase at link: https://order.signaturetheatre.org/9078/9568\n\nMOTHER RUSSIA by Lauren Yee: \nThe setting of Mother Russia is St. Petersburg\, 1992: the Soviet Union has collapsed\, McDonald’s has risen\, and Evgeny\, a young man at a loss\, stumbles into a job working surveillance with his old friend Dmitri. Their target: Katya\, a former pop singer with questionable allegiances and a mysterious past. As their lives riotously intertwine\, Evgeny finds himself falling in love and losing his bearings\, all while grappling with the taste of freedom (and fast food) along the way. Lauren Yee’s savvy\, off-kilter tale of identity\, espionage\, and the cost of capitalism makes its New York premiere in this razor-sharp dark comedy. \nLauren Yee is an award-winning playwright\, screenwriter\, and librettist. Her plays include CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND\, THE GREAT LEAP\, CHING CHONG CHINAMAN\, and KING OF THE YEES. In addition to her work on the stage\, she has been a writer on: PACHINKO (Apple)\, INTERIOR CHINATOWN (Hulu)\, BILLIONS (Showtime)\, CLIPPED (FX)\, and SOUNDTRACK (Netflix).
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/theater-meet-and-greet-playwright-and-play-mother-russia-by-lauren-yee-with-potluck-asian-america/
LOCATION:Signature Theatre\, 480 W 42nd St.\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Theater
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T203000
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SUMMARY:Flavors of Lunar New Year: Exploring and Tasting Traditional Ingredients
DESCRIPTION:Taste the luxurious Cantonese dish Ho See Fat Choy (braised conpoy with dried oyster and sea moss) and discover traditional ingredients.\n\n\n$20 General Admission | $15 Student & Senior | $10 for MOCA Members \nIn collaboration with Po Wing Hong Food Market 寶榮行\, a cornerstone of Manhattan’s Chinatown for more than 45 years\, the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) invites you to an engaging Lunar New Year tasting and conversation that celebrates the flavors and stories behind traditional ingredients. Join Sophia Tsao\, Executive Vice President of Po Wing Hong\, for a guided introduction to staple ingredients commonly used for New Year cooking\, from premium dried seafood and nourishing soup components to herbs and pantry essentials shaped by generations of culinary wisdom. \nThrough a lively presentation and a curated tasting of the classic and luxurious Cantonese dish Ho See Fat Choy (braised conpoy with dried oyster and black sea moss)\, you will learn what these ingredients are\, how families use them at home\, and why certain foods carry auspicious meanings for the season. This traditional dish typically features dried oysters\, symbolizing well-being; dried scallops\, symbolizing fortune; and sea moss\, symbolizing prosperity\, all braised together in a rich\, savory sauce. \nWhether you are a seasoned Lunar New Year cook or simply curious about traditional ingredients\, this program offers a delicious entry point into the cultural knowledge held in everyday kitchens. Come ready to sample\, ask questions\, and leave with practical shopping and cooking tips\, along with a deeper understanding of how food connects memory\, tradition\, and community across generations. \nAbout Sophia Tsao \nSophia Tsao is the Executive Vice President of Po Wing Hong Food Market Inc.\, a cornerstone of Manhattan’s Chinatown for more than 45 years. A graduate of Boston University’s School of Management\, Sophia never expected to join the family business founded by her parents\, Patrick and Nancy Ng. But over time\, she came to see that leading Po Wing Hong is not only a professional calling—it is a way to preserve and celebrate Chinese food culture in America. Today\, she guides the company’s growth across wholesale\, retail\, and e-commerce while ensuring Asian American communities continue to have access to high-quality\, traditional Chinese ingredients. \nBeyond her role at Po Wing Hong\, Sophia is an active community advocate and serves on the Board of the Charles B. Wang Community Health Center\, a nationally recognized HRSA Quality Leader. \nAbout Po Wing Hong \nSince 1980\, Po Wing Hong Food Market has been fueling kitchens and nourishing communities in Manhattan’s Chinatown. Founded by Patrick and Nancy Ng\, we bring the flavors of Hong Kong to New York through a thoughtfully curated mix of Cantonese staples—premium dried seafood\, traditional herbs\, and soup ingredients rooted in generations of wisdom. We believe health is wealth\, and we proudly embrace the Eastern philosophy of food as medicine\, where every ingredient plays a role in supporting balance and well-being. \nWe live by three simple values: quality\, honesty\, and expertise. With decades of hands-on knowledge behind every recommendation\, we’re not just selling ingredients—we’re helping keep Chinese culinary traditions alive\, one bowl at a time. \nOur Brooklyn-based wholesale division\, Po Wing Trading\, delivers daily to restaurants and retailers across New York City and has been sharing our flavors around the world since the early 1990s. \n\n\n\nNot a MOCA member yet? Join MyMOCA now to receive exclusive member benefits\, special discounts and offerings and “First to Know!” announcements about MOCA’s exhibitions and public programs. \nClick here to become a MyMOCA Member!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/flavors-of-lunar-new-year-exploring-and-tasting-traditional-ingredients/
LOCATION:Museum of Chinese in America\, 215 Centre Street\, New York\, NY\, 10013
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SUMMARY:Screening and Reading: After All This: Making Your Second Work
DESCRIPTION:Join AAWW for a screening of After All This\, featuring Sarah Thankam Mathews\, Andrew Nadkarni\, and Maryam Mir!\n\n\nJoin AAWW for a screening of the documentary short After All This profiling Margins alumna\, Sarah Thankam Mathews\, directed by Oscar-shortlisted filmmaker Andrew Nadkarni and produced by Open City alumna\, Maryam Mir! \n– \nAfter All This (15 mins) follows author Sarah Thankam Mathews after the success of her debut novel\, All This Could Be Different\, as she embarks on her second novel\, drawing from her adolescence between India and Oman. As Sarah excavates lost place and time\, she must contend with the weight of truthful representation and the contradictions within her childhood memories. \nFollowing the screening\, Sarah will do a live reading of her novel in progress\, never before shared publicly. The reading will be followed by a conversation and Q&A between Sarah and director Andrew Nadkarni\, moderated by producer Maryam Mir. They’ll talk about the process of making their sophomore project\, writing across mediums (literary and film)\, and how they find flow and sustenance when embarking on new creative endeavors. \nFilm screening\, reading\, and conversation will last around an hour\, followed by an informal reception with light refreshments. \nSarah Thankam Mathews is the author of All This Could Be Different\, which was shortlisted for the the Discover Prize\, the Aspen Words Literary Prize\, and 2022 National Book Award in Fiction. Mathews’ debut novel was also a New York Times Editor’s Choice and named a Best Book of the Year by NPR\, Vogue\, Vulture\, Los Angeles Times\, TIME\, Slate\, and Buzzfeed. Mathews grew up between Oman and India\, immigrating to the United States at seventeen. She was a Margins Fellow at AAWW. \nAndrew Nadkarni is a Oscar-shortlisted filmmaker of Indian heritage whose work excavates diaspora narratives\, resilience\, and identity. His film\, Between Earth & Sky (POV/PBS)\, won Best Documentary Short at multiple film festivals\, earned Critics’ Choice and Cinema Eye nominations\, and screened at over 60 festivals before being shortlisted for the 2024 Oscars. \nMaryam Mir is an award-winning filmmaker and writer whose work centers belonging\, joy and intercultural connection. Her film\, Sweet Refuge\, played at over 45 festivals\, won a Directors Guild of America Jury Award\, and was acquired by AMC+ for their Rising AAPI Stars Collection. She curates the “In Pursuit of Light” screening series at the workshop and was a 2019 Open City Fellow at AAWW. \n_ \nCOMMUNITY CARE & ACCESSIBILITY \nAt AAWW\, the safety and comfort of our community is our top priority. We invite you to practice intentionality and care in your behavior and language when engaging with our programs and with each other. Violence of any kind\, including but not limited to racism\, sexism\, homophobia\, transphobia\, ableism\, ageism\, class or casteism\, bigotry or bias toward religion or faith\, or any action or assault against marginalized identities\, is not tolerated. Those who bring harm to our community in person or online are not welcome\, and will be asked to exit the space. \nWe are located on the 9th floor of 18 W 21st Street (between 6th and 5th Avenues)\, there is an elevator that will take you directly to our office. Please reach out to msaleh@aaww.org for any additional requests. This space is for YOU! \n 
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/after-all-this-making-your-second-work-2/
LOCATION:Asian American Writers’ Workshop\, 18 West 21st Street\, Suite 900\, New York\, NY\, 10010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,Film,In Person
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SUMMARY:InspiredWordNYC Presents Singer/Songwriter King Fear at Sugar Mouse
DESCRIPTION:InspiredWordNYC Presents Singer/Songwriter King Fear at Sugar Mouse in Manhattan’s East Village\n\n\n\nInspiredWordNYC Presents Singer/Songwriter King Fear at Sugar Mouse in Manhattan’s East Village.\n\n$10 cover + 1 drink minimum. $15 24 hours before the event and at the door.\n\n18+ Age Limit.\n\nBio:\nKing Fear is a 22-year old singer/songwriter/musician based in New York City.\n\nWhen he graduated from Stanford University in 2025\, he could have chosen the traditional\, stable route of an elite college alum. Instead\, he decided to build a music career. It’s his way of answering the question: “what happens when you finally stop playing it safe?”\n  \nKnown as Richard Yuan by friends\, King Fear is blazing a path for Asian-American artists in an industry that has yet to recognize its own biases. The name King Fear is inspired by Shakespeare’s play King Lear – a tribute to Richard’s focus on meaningful writing and theatrical stage presence. Both are on full display any time he performs live\, singing with a voice that toys with control and collapse/\n\nProduced by Mike Geffner Presents The Inspired Word\ninspiredwordnyc.com\n\nSUBWAY LINE – SUBWAY LINE – 14th Street – Union Square subway station on the L\, 4\, 5\, 6\, N\, Q\, R\, and W lines.\n\nRefunds up to 24 hours before the event
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/inspiredwordnyc-presents-singer-songwriter-king-fear-at-sugar-mouse/
LOCATION:Sugar Mouse NYC\, 47 3rd Avenue\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:In Person,Music
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260406
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SUMMARY:Theater: Chinese Republicans (with Discount Code)
DESCRIPTION:Buy tickets from $39 using code CR39.\nComing to Roundabout Theatre this winter\, Chinese Republicans is a biting new satirical drama from Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Playwright Alex Lin and Award-Winning Director Chay Yew. \nThree 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 navigate the world of corporate finance. As each of the women attempts to steer Katie towards what they’re certain is best\, they’re forced to grapple with how much they already have and are willing to sacrifice to climb the corporate ladder. \nShifting between sharp-tongued humor and the harsh realities of modern capitalism\, this world premiere production explores themes of assimilation\, intergenerational conflict\, and gender politics in the workplace—all with unflinching wit and empathy. Chinese Republicans is a new play from a thrilling new American voice and tells a truly American story. \nCast: Jennifer Ikeda\, Ben Langhorst\, Jully Lee\, Jodi Long\, Anna Zavelson \nHarold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre\, Laura Pels Theatre\, 111 West 46th Street\, New York\, NY \nLink to buy tickets: Chinese Republicans – Roundabout Theatre Company
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/chinese-republicans/
LOCATION:Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre\, 111 West 46th Street\, New York\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260203T215452Z
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SUMMARY:MDD's Virtual Salon Performance Series for Social Change: February 5th
DESCRIPTION:The VSPS 2026 theme is Dance and Social Change.\n\n\nMark DeGarmo Dance’s 16th annual interactive Virtual Salon Performance Series for Social Change (VSPS) presents 12 Global Choreographers with 4 Alternate Artists on Thursdays\, Feb. 5\, Mar. 5\, & Apr. 2 at 7:00 PM ET via Live Zoom* with the VSPS 2026 theme Dance and Social Change. \nMDD’s February 5th VSPS is a curated sharing of original transcultural transdisciplinary work from Florida\, Michigan\, New York\, and North Carolina. MDD’s Thursday\, February 5 salon features the work of Andrea Agostini (Florida)\, Barbara Mahler (NYC)\, Carolyn Pampalone Rabbers (Michigan)\, and Tanu Sharma (North Carolina). The Alternate Artist is Kara Brems (Michigan).  \nVirtual Salon Performance Series for Social Change provides an opportunity for the public to view and engage with original performing arts and dance works-in-progress of curated artists. Since 2019\, Virtual Salon Performance Series for Social Change has featured the work of 566 presenting artists and performers from over 31 countries and 23 U.S. states in 39 in-person and live virtual salons. \nTickets: \nBy donation on Eventbrite \nSuggested donations: \nSalsa — $10 \nStep — $15 \nBreak — $20 \nImprov — $50 \nAerial — $100 \nOther \n*Zoom Link will be sent to attendees by 5:00 PM ET the day of the performance from info@markdegarmodance.org. If a donation for tickets is made after that time\, the MDD staff will send the link via email as soon as possible. Contact info@markdegarmodance to communicate regarding ticket status. \nAbout the Artists & Works-in-Progress \nThe artists will present a range of dance works-in-progress exploring the VSPS 2026 theme\, Dance and Social Change. The works will explore themes of immigrant resilience\, rest\, recognition\, and respect (Andrea Agostini; Florida)\, women’s autonomy\, resistance\, and embodied response to political control (Barbara Mahler; NYC)\, a global water crisis and melting ice caps (Carolyn Pampalone Rabbers; Michigan)\, and women’s sacrifice\, resilience\, and the invisible labor imposed by patriarchal norms (Tanu Sharma; North Carolina). \nAbout MDD’s Virtual Salon Performance Series for Social Change \nFounded in 2010 by choreographer and curator Mark DeGarmo\, the Virtual Salon Performance Series for Social Change (VSPS) encourages discourse between the public and choreographers to support the creation of original dance and movement works-in-progress. The goal of VSPS is to produce under-recognized choreographers from New York City and State\, the U.S.\, and globally. The series encourages the works-in-progress of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI)\, Black\, Indigenous\, People of Color (BIPOC)\, Hispanic and Latinx\, and Multiracial artists as well as those who are people with disabilities\, LGBTQIA+\, and over 50\, 60\, 70\, and 80 years old. \nhttps://markdegarmodance.org \nFollow Mark DeGarmo Dance on Facebook Instagram Vimeo YouTube.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/mdds-virtual-salon-performance-series-for-social-change-february-5th/
LOCATION:NY
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