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Interview: Classical Violinist Jennifer Koh Finds Her Own Path to Music with Meaning
The Chicago-born violinist has made a name for herself not only through her playing but through her unusually thoughtful approach to the classical repertory.
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Sur Sangam: A Raga Evening with Piano and Tabla
Video: A master tabla player and pianist come together for an evening of music.
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Hugs and Honors for Chinese Teen at White House Arts Education Ceremony
Thirteen-year-old Lianyun Wu of China is recognized for her work preserving cultural heritage at a White House ceremony.
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To Cast, or Not to Cast: Controversy Surrounds RSC Version of Chinese Classic
Not everyone is happy with casting decisions when England's Royal Shakespeare Company mounts a new production of a famous Chinese play.
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Performance: A[ndalu]sia - Flamenco ReOriented
A unique Hong Kong-based troupe traces the connections from South Asia, along the Silk Road, all the way to Spanish flamenco.
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Video: Pakistani Band Noori Adapts Rock N' Roll to Transcend Cultural Barriers
Noori's members Ali Noor, Ali Hamza and Gumby discuss how their personal musical influences have played a big role in their unique sound.
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Interview: 'To Kill a Mockingbird' Premieres in Hong Kong
As a classic tale of the American South comes to Asia Society Hong Kong's stage, we interview its two co-directors.
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Interview: Indonesian Troupe Uses Puppets to Remember a Difficult History
An Indonesian puppet theater uses an unconventional medium to portray a period of political turmoil.
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Interview: Rachel Cooper on Indonesia's Envelope-Pushing Dance Troupe
Asia Society's Rachel Cooper shares some insights into Nan Jombang, performing at Asia Society New York on October 6.
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Week of Indonesia at Asia Society
The first week of October brings two exciting contemporary Indonesian groups to New York.
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Shadow Puppet Performance at Asia Society
Traditional Javanese shadow puppetry comes to New York
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