Cinematographer Tinx Chan, who works both in dramatic and documentaries, talks about his work, with tips for emergiing filmmakers. Tinx Chan, a native New York cinematographer, has been working for two decades in film around the world- shooting narratives, documentaries, commercials and music videos. Named a 2023 "Rising Star" by ASC (American Society of Cinematographers), […]
The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) welcomes award-winning food writer Clarissa Wei for an engaging conversation celebrating her new cookbook, Sitting the Month: Postpartum Recipes for Rest & Recovery. In discussion with second-generation Taiwanese herbalist and recipe collaborator Stella Wang and moderated by food editor Genevieve Yam, the program explores the rich culinary traditions […]
We're on our worst behavior again! Join us for our monthly comedy showcase, featuring some of your favorite comedians from the Asian diaspora and beyond. Come laugh with us - 6 comedians, a surprise guest, and lots of delicious food and drink 🩴@sharamnahicomedy 🩴 🗓️Wednesday, September 23rd 🕗 Doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM […]
Vietnamese R&B and pop artist Mỹ Anh brings her first US headline run, the phases of the moon tour, to Brooklyn, at Market Hotel. This is her first ever New York headline show. Known for her COLORS performance and appearances at Head in the Clouds LA and Vivid Sydney, Mỹ Anh blends silky R&B vocals […]
Community Arts Grantee: JH Art Talks Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 Location: Espresso 77 Cafe 35-55 77th St. Jackson Heights, NY 11372 Sculptor/installation artists Jae Hi Ahn and Ellen Jing Xu will each present images of their work for 20-25 minutes, followed by a Q&A in this informal community event. For more information on JH Art […]
Presented by La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club Tickets: Free Admission (RSVP Required) A live, non-verbal performance that reimagines Korean classical painting through contemporary performance Named after the Korean word for “knot,” maedeup evokes the weaving together of image, movement, sound, and memory. Inspired by the visual world of Shin Yun-bok (Hyewon), an 18th-century Korean painter […]
Walk the neighborhood with us and help build a real-time database of Chinatown's storefronts! Volunteers who register will receive a code for free co-working (9am–5pm) at the Hub for the day of the event. Why canvass storefronts? Chinatown has been on the defensive for decades. Critical support often only arrives after it's too late: After […]
ABOUT THE BOOK *Winner of the 2021 Taiwan Literature Award* A captivating fusion of travelogue, fiction, and cultural meditation that journeys deep into the heart of Tibet. Chen-Fu Hsu’s debut novel begins with a young Taiwanese naturalist on an arduous quest for the elusive snow leopard, weaving in excerpts from translated entries from a left […]
The Korean Community Services (KCS), in partnership with Shinhan Bank America, invites local small business owners to an upcoming Small Business Workshop focused on SBA loan options and resources to help support your business. 🗓Thursday, September 24 ⏰ 6:00 PM 📍 KCS Bayside HQ 203-05 32nd Ave, Bayside, NY 11361 Topics include SBA loan uses, […]
In the past decade, Korean entertainment has gained global recognition, with Korean movies and TV shows winning Oscars and Emmys, and K-Pop groups becoming wildly popular. In Manhattan, Koreatown has become a popular destination for both locals and tourists, drawing them in with its bars, restaurants, and day spas. Jinwon Kim argues that Manhattan’s Koreatown has […]
MOCA x NYAFF Film Club is a quarterly program celebrating the brilliance and boldness of Asian and Asian American cinema. This series highlights films of historic and cultural significance under the theme Margin, spotlighting daring films that challenge the norm, rewrite narratives, and push boundaries. Each session is more than just a movie night—it’s an opportunity […]
To celebrate I Hope This Email Finds You in Hell and You're the One That I Haunt, we're hosting a BK event with Mackenzie Reed and Katie Jung. There will be a book signing to follow. This is a ticketed event that includes a paperback copy of either Mackenzie's I Hope This Email Finds You […]