Arts Programs & Events

Follow Asia Society Hong Kong on a guided tour of Fine Art Asia and Ink Asia on October 5 & 6.

Kimono Designer Kazu Huggler and Artist Countess Setsuko Klossowska de Rola will explore the aesthetics and textile art of Japan's most iconic garment: the Kimono.

Korean Cultural Center in Hong Kong is honored to invite Ms. Young Ae Lee from <Weekly Minhwa> to be the speaker of the talk. She will be the ‘interpreter’ of Minhwa, interpreting the story behind Minhwa.

Join us for a performance and discussion on the current state and future of U.S.-China cooperation in music exchange and education.

Romi will walk us through his journey of more than three decades, building an unrivalled collection of rare, antique Kashmir and European shawls, some woven as early as 1820-1890.

[SOLD OUT] A light-hearted night with Punjabi-diasporic directors Gurinder Chadha, Deepa Mehta, and Mira Nair

A musical celebration that brings together renowned sitar player Pandit Shubhendra Rao along with cellist Saskia Rao- de Haas.

Join us to hear Sophie Richard discuss the motivations behind her research and share insight into the rich, dynamic, and multifaceted world of Japanese museums.

Join three generations of writers to mark the launch of the new China Books Review publication.

A conversation around the critically acclaimed book GRASPING GREATNESS, MAKING INDIA A LEADING POWER with two of the editors, Bibek Debroy and C. Raja Mohan.

Immerse yourself and be transported into the heart of a magnetic love story, a dance drama inspired by the spirit and flavour of Bollywood.

See the world premiere of 'Ananta, The Eternal,' the newest work from acclaimed Bharanatyam artist Aparna Ramaswamy, that weaves together threads of body, memory, desire, and devotion.

A multi course dinner curated by CHEF RAHUL GOMES PEREIRA showcases a flavourful mix of exotic cuisine and inimitable style against a backdrop of elegance, India by the Bay takes you on a culinary journey across the country.  

An exclusive screening of Qui Nguyen's The Family Vietgone, followed by an intimate conversation with this groundbreaking Vietnamese-American playwright and director. Nguyen's latest play, Poor Yella Rednecks debuts off-Broadway October 10.

Join the Tibetan Buddhist monks of the Gaden Shartse Monastic College for a special butter sculpture demonstration and workshop, and learn about the ways they are used in Tibetan Buddhist rituals and offerings.

ROCO’s Connections Series returns to Asia Society Texas to present 'Rise Up' — an evening of thought-provoking new chamber works and dialogue spotlighting the ongoing fight for women’s rights and equality.

[MEMBERS ONLY]

Join us for an exclusive screening of director Qiao Sixue's award-winning debut feature. In this film about memory, nature and nomadic communities, a Mongolian electronic musician leaves the city to find the meaning of home with his mother.

Join us for an activist panel and awards ceremony honoring global grassroots constructive action to eradicate child sex trafficking and recognizing individuals who have stood up for The Last Girl, in partnership with Apne Aap.

Spend an hour learning about various Asian martial arts such as Tai Chi, Kung Fu and the traditional Indonesian Pencak. Participants of all ages and fitness levels will build strength, confidence and community. In partnership with Apne Aap.

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with performances, arts and crafts, and more at our free event!

Join Asia Society Texas for an electric evening with jazz-funk bassist Richie Goods and vibraphonist Chien Chien Lu as they perform selections from their collaborative jazz album 'Connected'!

[MEMBERS ONLY]
In the Asia Society Switzerland Book Salon, we read and discuss fiction from or about Asia in an informal setting.
This time, we will read and discuss "Age of Vice" by Deepti Kapoor.

Join us to get insights into Eugene Kangawa’s multifaceted works that are attracting collectors and museums globally.

A closer look at the historical and current contexts of craft policy in India, with a focus on handicrafts.

The internationally acclaimed dance company Kun Yang-Lin/Dancers makes their first appearance in Houston this fall at Asia Society Texas with 'KyLin's Garden  麒麟的花園:  A Space For Tending, Sharing & Imagination.'

[INVITATION ONLY]
Join us for this exclusive tour through the exhibition with fashion designer Kazu Huggler and in-house curator Dr. Khanh Trinh, who will share their unique insights and tell us the stories behind selected exhibits.

Celebrate the opening of new exhibition 'Tsherin Sherpa: Spirits' with a free reception and conversation with the artist, Tsherin Sherpa, at Asia Society Texas.

Join us to discover the spiritual banquets depicted by Yeonsu Ju, on the 18th of September at 7 pm at Asia Society France’s Tilsitt Space, at 18 rue de Tilsitt, 75017 Paris, in partnership with HdM Gallery.

The sixth JLF Houston returns to fuse the Bayou City's unique culture, diversity, and energy with the renowned literature festival's camaraderie and caravan of ideas!

[INVITATION ONLY]
Join us for an exclusive Art Tour With Uli Sigg at his magnificent home, Castle Mauensee, where a part of his impressive contemporary Chinese art collection is stored.

Join us In-Person for a Patrons-Only Tour with Asia Society and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

A series of conversations and performances examining the human experience, this year's edition of the Jaipur Literature Festival in New York features Shashi Tharoor, Manil Suri, Dominique Townsend, Tsering Wangmo Dhompa and Tenzin Dickie. 

Check out award-winning eclectic short films from Down Under, ranging from wry humor, dark comedy, drama, animation, and more.

Renowned contemporary artist Rina Banerjee discuss her current projects and the role of traditional Indian art in her artistic practice with Asia Society Museum Director Yasufumi Nakamori.

For those of you who missed this exhibit, catch it before our new series kicks off in the Fall!