These films expand our perceptual boundaries and sharpen our ability to decode images.

the first production of J-Town/Bronzeville Suite was performed at JANM.Theo Sanders (piano) and Shiwei Wu (taiko).

building a new community with a vibrant jazz scene that becomes known as Bronzeville.During World War II when Americans of Japanese ancestry were forced from their homes and imprisoned in concentration camps.Three new Japanese classical dances have been choreographed by the highly respected Azuma Kotobuki Kai with Carolyn Morinishi.

cultural tensions and exchanges unfold between the two communities.The first movement explores the rich cultural life of Japanese and Japanese Americans in pre-war Little Tokyo.

Nikkei Progressives/NCRR (Nikkei for Civil Rights and Redress) Reparations Coalition; and Kirk Silsbee.

seeing the importance of uplifting messages of shared histories and unity between communities during this current environment.I became aware of that around high school.

and believing through to the end.I hope that message comes through.

Ties with the Community and the Appeal of Japanese DanceQ: How do you think your ties with the Japanese American community have influenced your dance and activities?A: Since I was little.we naturally observed seasonal traditions — New Years.