Entertainment Update { 8/24/10 } | scheduled to appear - subject to change

Emcees: Andy Chang & Helen Ota

Local Talent:

David Choi | Korean-American Musician- www.davidchoimusic.com 

Clara Chung | Korean-American Musician- www.youtube.com/user/ClaraCMusic  

Jesse Barrera | Filipino-American Musician - www.jessebarrera.com/

Thomas' Apartment | Pan-Asian Alternative Band - www.thomasapartment.com/

Connie Lim | Pan-Asian Pop Band  - http://connielimmusic.com/

Pumana | Pan-Asian Hawaiian Band - http://pumana.com/

40 Percent | Filipino-American Reggae/Rock Band (no picture)

Cultural Groups: Hi-Za Yoo Korean Dance Institute, Kultura Philippine Folk Art, Lan Ling Dance Studio, LA Little Angels Children's Chorale, Northern Shaolim Kung Fu Association, Vietnamese Traditional Arts & Dance Organization

Please check back for more details !

Entertainment Update { 8/17/10 } | scheduled to appear - subject to change

Emcees: Andy Chang & Helen Ota

Local Talent: David Choi, Clara Chung, Jesse Barrera, Thomas' Apartment, 40 Percent, Connie Lim, Pumana

Cultural Groups: Hi-Za Yoo Korean Dance Institute, Kultura Philippine Folk Art, Lan Ling Dance Studio, LA Little Angels Children's Chorale, Northern Shaolim Kung Fu Association, Vietnamese Traditional Arts & Dance Organization

Please check back for more details !

The coveted role of Kim in the musical Miss Saigon has been performed by an elite group of talented women on Broadway and around the world. However, this musical does not tell Kim’s story, but the personal stories of the talented actresses who have played this powerhouse role.

East West Player’s world premiere of Road to Saigon, May 13 through June 13, present Joan Almedilla, Jennifer Paz and Jenni Selma in a heartwarming, passionate and musical journey as they share memories about family, relationships, careers and personal milestones on their individual roads to Saigon.

Dressed in traditional Vietnamese aodai, the trio makes a bold impression in their opening number and sets the mood for a wonderful night of powerful music and inspirational words. Their songs and monologues seamlessly transition through each scene. Every song performed resonates with me and stirs my soul. The original song “Road to Saigon” is written by Selma (lyrics and music) and Nathan Wang (music). Detailing their own experiences and influences, each actress individually writes their own monologues and selects the songs they perform in this musical journey.

As they belted their numbers and intimately share their memories with the audience, I can’t help but feel immersed in that moment with them. From the challenges of gaining approval from parents, insecurities and doubts to sharing the joy of being on tour as Kim and living their dream—I was there. Every moment was epic in their world and it translated through their performances on stage. Almedilla, Paz and Selma are all living proof that with determination, sass and a beautiful voice—dreams can come true.

After the show it was a treat to meet Paz and Selma. Joyce knew them back from when Paz and Selma played Kim in Miss Saigon during the mid-90s. This was because Joyce’s daughter, Remi, played the character Tam during Paz and Selma’s reign as Kim. They were so sweet and personable. I am definitely a fan.

So, if you’re in the LA area, satisfy your musical craving by attending a showing of Road to Saigon. After experiencing this inspiring performance of three personal and unique journeys, I have a deeper appreciation for the arts and a better understanding of how creativity is essential to personal growth. Almedilla, Paz and Selma are irresistible—possessing amazing musical talents and incredible voices—they will astound you. Support your community and support the arts. Your musical soul will thank you.

Date:               May 13 – June 13

Times:             Wed – Sat        8pm

                        Sun                  2pm

Location:         David Henry Hwang Theater (120 Judge John Aiso Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012)

Tickets:            $40 - $50  

Parking available for $7.00 in Lot 7, adjacent to the theater OR street parking.

EAST WEST PLAYERS - ROAD TO SAIGON

Developed and Directed by Jon Lawrence Rivera
Musical Director and Arranger Nathan Wang
Musical Staging by Kay Cole

Featuring

Joan Almedilla, Jennifer Paz and Jenni Selma

For more information or ticket information, please contact East West Players at:

Phone: (213) 625-7000

Email: info@eastwestplayers.org.

Website: www.EastWestPlayer.org

Time:               Tuesday – Sunday, 10am – 4pm

Location:         Bowers Museum (2002 N. Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706)

A historic exhibition of 150 objects drawn from the rich collections of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum and the Xinjiang Institute of Archaeology in Urumqi, China reveals surprising details about the people who lived along the ancient Silk Road.

Strikingly well-preserved mummies tall in stature and fair in complexion have lain in the parched Tarim Basin of western China for 3,800 years. Wearing Western-influenced textiles and possessing surprising technologies and customs, just who these extraordinary people were is a mystery! This historic exhibition of 150 objects drawn from the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Museum and the Xinjiang Institute of Archaeology in Urumqi, China reveals surprising details about the people who lived along the ancient Silk Road. For the first time ever, three of the more than 100 Caucasian mummies found and preserved in the western China’s inhospitable desert sands are being presented in the United States. An impressive array of objects are included in the exhibition to represent the full extent of the Silk Road, where lavish goods, technologies and ideas between East and West were adopted and exchanged.

The exhibit is running now through July 25. See below for ticketing information.

Tickets: Secrets of the Silk Road tickets allow access to all of the Bowers Museum’s exhibitions

Adults - $18 Weekdays, $20 Weekends

Seniors (62+), Students & Children (6-17) - $16 Weekdays, $18 Weekends

Children under 6 - Free admission  

For more details, please contact:

(714) 567-3600

www.bowers.org

Writing contest topic: Write about the rich history and culture of the Los Angeles Asian & Pacific-Islander American Community and what it means to you.

Participation requires the creation of an original written work inspired by the contest topic and is open to all youth in grades 6-12 within Los Angeles County.

Hurry and enter (Entry Guidelines & Submission Details below)

Submission Deadline is Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at 5pm!

To view a pdf version of the image above - http://www.culturela.org/events/heritagemonth/apiahm/2010/2010_API_Writing.pdf

For more details, please visit www.culturela.org.

Those who are interested must be citizens and registered voters in California.  They will be trained and will receive a $95 stipend for their service. It is a great opportunity for people to utilize their language skills and make extra money while doing community service.

If anyone is interested, please call 714-567-5143 or 714-834-7113.

Here's a glimpse of the Lunar New Year Parade & Festival -

Saturday

Opening Performance: Lions are considered able to repel evil and therefore have become a popular symbol of good fortune and luck.Emcee: LA 18 KSCI-TV "tSOu LA" Host Bell Tsou welcomes the crowd in English and Mandarin. Martial Movements members combine martial arts, acrobatics and stylized fight choreography into their performance number.Ryukyukoku Matsuri Daiko: A traditional Japanese-style of taiko drumming, performers create a visually exciting and energetic performance.Thousans line the streets of Chinatown to catch Saturday's 111th Golden Dragon Parade.Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa enjoys the vibrant sights and sounds of the parade festivities

LA 18 Float: LA 18 KSCI-TV's television personalities give big waves to their fans.

Explosive excitement: Firecrackers are used to ward off demons at the beginning of the Lunar New Year.

Kababayan LA Host Jannelle So interviews one of the Kababayan Superstar Finalists after their performance on the Festival Main Stage.

Popular Filipino acapella group, Legaci, make a special trip to Southern California to perform at Saturday's Festival.

SUNDAY

LA 18 Power Breakfast Host Andy Chang is Sunday's mainstage emcee.

Island Beauties: Halau Na Pua Lehua perform a few cultural dances from the Hawaiian and Pacific Islands.

One2Swing Jitterbugs dance team know how to entertain, inspire and have fun!

Dates & Times:    

Saturday, February 20        Festival: 10am – 5pm & Parade: 1pm – 3pm

Sunday, February 21           Festival: 10am – 5pm

Location:               Festival - 401 Cesar Chavez Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012 (Chinatown). NW Corner of Broadway & Cesar Chavez.                 Parade – the streets of Chinatown

LA 18 KSCI-TV is the Title Sponsor of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce’s 2010 Lunar New Year Festival in Chinatown.

This Pan-Asian event is a free two-day event, Saturday, February 20, 10am – 5pm and Sunday, February 21, 2010 10am – 5pm.

On February 20^th, the 111^th Golden Dragon Parade will take place on the streets in Downtown Chinatown from 1pm – 3pm.

With over 100,000 individuals lining the parade route every year, the Golden Dragon Parade is the premiere cultural event in Southern California’s Asian American community.  LA 18 will broadcast a Lunar New Year Special, hosted by popular LA 18 talent, providing parade and festival highlights.

The Golden Dragon Parade, scheduled on Saturday, February 20, features a magnificent procession of floats, marching bands, Asian American stars and entertainers, government officials, dignitaries, and cultural groups.  The two-day family-oriented Festival, February 20 and 21, offers an impressive array of food, entertainment, prizes, and games.

Local talent and cultural groups performing (scheduled to appear, subject to change):

Saturday | Cultural – San Gabriel Valley Chinese Cultural, Ryukyukoku Matsuri Daiko, Martial Movements, Hi-Za Yoo Korean Dance Institute

Saturday | Local Talent – Mike Isberto, Thomas’ Apartment, Sam “Geunjin” Kang (LA 18 Kababayan Superstar Finalists:  Jolly Rodriguez & Joe Sellner, Krystle Tugadi, Winner Joseph Encarnacion & Kababayan Superstar Judge Michelle Andria), Legaci, Local Mojo

Sunday | Cultural Groups – Halau Nu Pua Lehua, Northern Shaolim Kung Fu Association, UCLA Vietnamese Student Union, Kishin Daiko, LA Little Angels’ Children Chorale, Lan Ling Studio

Sunday | Local Talent – Clarissa Park, LHTP Modern & Traditional Dance Team, Eugene Huang, Vudoo Soul, One2Swing Jitterbugs Dance, Connie Lim & The Forrest Philosophy, Local Mojo, Alfa Garcia, Seriously, Jennifer Chung, Kiyoshi Graves.

For more information, please contact:

LA 18 KSCI-TV

(310) 478-1818

www.la18.tv

www.la18community.com

 Due Date March 12, 2010

The Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Asian Pacific American Students Increasing Achievement (ASIA) Scholarship Program will be awarding 21 - $2,000 RMHC/ASIA scholarships. In addition, a $500 honorarium will be awarded to the community based organization of the recipient’s choice.

Eligibility

Currently enrolled high school seniors who have at least one parent of Asian Pacific heritage and who are eligible to attend an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocation-al/technical school with a complete course of study. Applicants must be legal U.S. residents, be less than 21 years of age, have a minimum 2.7 GPA and reside within the geographic boundaries of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino or Ventura counties. Applicants may apply for more than one RMHC of Southern California scholarship program, but can only receive one scholarship award.

For a scholarship application to be:

Mailed - please call (310) 478-1818

Email - community@la18.tv

Download - www.westla-production.com/rmhc/rmhc.pdf

Application Requirements

Eligible students must submit a complete application and attach all of the required documentation or their application will not be reviewed.

Applications must be postmarked no later than March 12, 2010.

Scholarship Terms & Conditions

RMHC of Southern California will award 21 - $2,000 RMHC/ASIA scholarships. In addition, a $500 honorarium will be awarded to the community based organization of the recipients' choice based upon their community involvements as described in their personal statement. Recipients will be selected by an advisory board consisting of educators, and com-munity and civic leaders.

Scholarship recipients must enroll in and attend a two- or four-year accredited college or university or vocational/technical school in the academic year following their selection. Verification of enrollment is required. Scholarship funds will be paid via check directly to the accredited institution in which the student enrolls. Scholarship funds will not be paid directly, nor reimbursed, to an award recipient.

Supporting Documents

Transcript, Personal Statement, Letter of Recommendation REQUIRED

A certified high school transcript that contains the student’s class rank and test scores must be submitted with the attached application. Applicants must carry a minimum 2.7 GPA.

Applicants must submit a personal statement that provides information about their Asian Pacific background, career goals and desire to contribute to their community. Information about unique, personal or financial circumstances may be added. The statement should be double-spaced with no smaller than 12-point font, no more than two pages in length and include the applicant's name and address on the top, right hand side of both pages of the document.

A one-page letter of recommendation from one of the applicant’s teachers or a school official is required. The letter should detail the applicant’s background, achievements, leadership abilities and community involvement. Letters should contain personalized information about the applicant. Form letters will be given minimum consideration.

Please see all details, term and conditions in the scholarship application forms.

For a scholarship application to be:

Mailed - please call (310) 478-1818

Email - community@la18.tv

Download - www.westla-production.com/rmhc/rmhc.pdf

Good luck!

LA 18 KSCI-TV is the Title Sponsor of the 2010 Lunar New Year Festival in Chinatown. This Pan-Asian event is a two-day event:

   - Saturday, February 20, 10am – 5pm

   - Sunday, February 21, 2010 10am – 5pm.

On February 20^th, the 111^th Golden Dragon Parade will take place on the streets in Downtown Chinatown from 1pm – 3pm.

150,000 people attend the two day event. This is an event of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce (CCC) and LA 18 is collaborating with CCC to help produce a bigger and better event next year.

Join us as we celebrate the Lunar New Year – the most anticipated Asian holiday of the year! Marked by colorful festivals, parades and large family gatherings, Lunar New Year is one of the most celebrated holidays among Asian Americans.

   - The 111^th Golden Dragon Parade—with over 110,000 individuals lining the parade route, this colorful celebration along North Broadway in Chinatown has become a premiere cultural event in the Southern California Asian-American community—featuring floats, marching bands, dignitaries, entertainers, cultural groups and many others!

   - The Festival features an impressive array of food and entertainment for the entire family to enjoy: booths, cultural performances, local Asian-American talent, food, arts & crafts and prize giveaways.

It should be an exciting Festival! Hope to see you there!