Adapted from our Cultural Conversations series, our Cultural Happenings intends to highlight artists, theatres, and artistic organizations committed to uplifting their communities and cultures. This page aims to showcase opportunities for patrons, supporters, and friends to get involved in cultural and artistic initiatives and support the diversity of our great theatre industry and city. Keep up with Cultural Happenings each celebratory month with our new Cultural Happenings Bookmark which you can find at League events and festivals throughout the year!
Join us in celebrating and highlighting Asian American, Pacific Islander and Native Hawaiian (AAPINH) Heritage Month for the month of May, featuring current shows, artists and organizations, and events across Chicagoland. 🌟
AAPINH Heritage Month Shows on Stage Now
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AAPINH Heritage Month Artists and Organizations to Know
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Organizations:
- Asian American Arts Chicago
- CIRCA Pintig
- Rasaka Theatre Company
- Silk Road Cultural Center
- Stir Friday Night
Artists:
- Cindy Chang: Actor in South Pacific at Paramount Theatre
- Louisa Darr: Actor in South Pacific at Paramount Theatre
- Emily Zhang: Actor and Workshop Facilitator
AAPINH Heritage Month Events to Know
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- May 6 at 7:30pm: ImprovisAsian-Between Heritage and the Next Chorus Live at Fulton Street Collective
- May 7 – 12: The 29th Annual Asian American Showcase with the Foundation for Asian American Independent Media
- May 15 at 7pm: Asian Persuasion Variety Show at The Newport Theater
For any questions, please contact membership@chicagoplays.com.