On the Fence Line: Juneteenth reminds us that state prisons suppress solidarity
From International Examiner (by Felix Sitthivong) – Despite the restrictions of the prison system, community groups are still fighting for incarcerated individuals to have access to cultural events that represent them.
Intended as a ‘third space,’ The Creative Café opens at historic Washington Hall
From International Examiner (by Roxanne Ray) – Opening on MLK Day, January 15th, The Creative Café seeks to provide a “third place” in the Central District.
Culturally-specific campaign, ‘Cambodian Rock Band,’ a first for local theaters and Khmer community
From the International Examiner (by Bunthay Cheam) – ‘Cambodian Rock Band’, the musical by Lauren Yee, marks a new level of recognition and representation for the Khmer community. Playing through November 5th at ACT Theatre!
Balancing Cultures reimagines the family album, revealing unspoken truths in ordinary mid-century Japanese American family photographs
From International Examiner (by Paul Mori) – More often than not, there is a deeper meaning behind the smiles in photographs, especially in the age of film when each click of the shutter was so very precious.
How experiencing a Burmese community exhibit changed my life’s path
From International Examiner (by Jon Chu) – The Wing Luke Museum’s “Woven Togther: Stories of Burma/Myanmar” exhibit inspired one student to get involved with his community.
Exploring the history of the Aloha Shirt and artist John Liggett “Keoni” Meigs at the Washington State History Museum
From International Examiner (by Clarissa Gines) – A new exhibit chronicles the work of John Liggett “Keoni” Meigs, designer of many an Aloha Shirt. The exhibit runs through September 11th at the Washington State History Museum in Tacoma!
The Salish Sea Butoh Festival comes to Port Townsend this summer
From International Examiner (by Roxanne Ray) – The Salish Sea International Butoh Festival’s second year celebrates the Japanese dance form on the Olympic Peninsula.
