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Arif Lohar

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Shan Puppet Theatre
Texas

Taiwan’s Shan Puppet Theatre Brings Traditional Art Form to Houston

In partnership with Taiwan Academy in Houston, Asia Society Texas welcomed Shan Puppet Theatre for workshops and a performance of 'Adventures in the Crystal Palace.'
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 /  Korea

Performing in the Pandemic: How COVID-19 Has Affected the Arts in Korea

Haesung Choi, a violinist, Jocelyn Collette Clark, a Korean traditional music expert, and Nemo Kim, a journalist, share their thoughts on performing arts during the the pandemic era.
Traditional Asian dancer

Asian Dance and Social Distancing

Four creative ways traditional Asian dance is being used to promote hygiene and safety during the coronavirus crisis.
Mohammad Javad Zarif

Asia Society's Top 10 Videos for 2019

A look back at the year through our most popular and favorite videos.
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 /  Northern California

Mila Chamber Opera Debuts in San Francisco

Dec 12, 2019 — ASNC hosts the San Francisco debut of the Mila chamber opera
Shen Wei Dance Asia Society New York
New York

An Evening of Dance, Art, and Film With Shen Wei Dance Arts

An evening of captivating dance, art, and conversation with acclaimed choreographer and artist Shen Wei.
Chen Leiji
New York

Chen Leiji: Master of the Guqin

The Chinese virtuoso delighted an Asia Society crowd with his performance.
Loung Ung and Angelina Jolie
New York

Cambodia's Genocide and the Power of Art

Angelina Jolie, Loung Ung, Rithy Panh, and Phloeun Prim discuss their work through the prism of the Cambodian genocide.
Samita Sinha
Creative Common Ground

This ember state

This ember state deconstructs Indian classical music through the pussy, inspired by the myth of the self-immolating Hindu goddess Sati and the idea of dark matter.
Susie Ibarra at Pioneer Works
New York

Percussion and Polyrhythms With Susie Ibarra

Composer and drummer Susie Ibarra performs her commissioned piece 'Fragility: An Exploration of Polyrhythms.'
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 /  India

Community Arts: Interpretations and Approaches

Community arts practitioners from India and Australia come together to discuss the value of engaging with local communities through the arts.
David Henry Hwang

David Henry Hwang: How the Trump Presidency Gave 'M. Butterfly' Fresh Relevance

The playwright discusses the revival of his celebrated play in an interview with Asia Blog.
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New York

Diwali Festivities Light Up Asia Society

Families celebrate the festival of lights with dancing, singing, and crafts.
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Texas

WATCH: Monks Create Mandala for World Healing

Asia Society Texas Center welcomed back Tibetan monks from Drepung Loseling Monastery to create a sand mandala and perform special dances.
Anne Akiko Meyers (Lisa-Marie Mazzucco)

Six Questions for Violinist Anne Akiko Meyers

The prolific and popular classical musician discusses her prized instrument, her diverse repertoire, and the importance of a great lunch.
Fareed Ayaz, Abu Muhammad Qawwal and Brothers perform at Asia Society New York on May 6, 2017 as part of Lahore Literay Festival (Maria Baranova-Suzuki/Asia Society)
New York

Lahore Literary Festival 2017 Takes New York

Missed the festivities? Watch videos from this year's gathering.
Singapore’s Siong Leng Musical Association performers at Asia Society New York on April 28, 2017. (Ellen Wallop/Asia Society)
New York

Video: Traditional Nanyin Music Reimagined

Singapore’s Siong Leng Musical Association performs imaginative interpretations of the classical music tradition.
New York

A Video Preview of 'Soul Journey: Traditional Nanyin Music Reimagined'

The slow, elegant melodies of nanyin music originate from China's Fujian Province.

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