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Media Alert: January 15, 2020 Media contacts: Joy Partain | Vice President, Marketing and Communications [email protected] | 713.496.9908 office | 713.496.4399 cell Chris Dunn | Marketing and Communications Manager [email protected] | 713.496.9903 office February at Asia Society: 2 nd Weekend of Lunar New Year, New Exhibition Opens, and Asia Society Welcomes Two Boundary-Breaking Women onstage: Journalist Ann Curry and Comedian Maysoon Zayid! HOUSTON, TX —Asia Society Texas Center (ASTC) “takes the show on the road” with a second weekend of Lunar New Year arts and crafts, performances, and lion dancing at The Galleria, February 1 and 2, and all activities are FREE! America’s first female Muslim comedian, Maysoon Zayid, whose TED Talk I've Got 99 Problems... Palsy is Just One has been watched over 16 million times, takes the stage at ASTC on February 8. Internationally acclaimed journalist Ann Curry speaks on her career and women in the workplace in the Bank of America Women’s Leadership Series on February 27. Closing out the month on February 29, Asia Society opens Eternal Offerings: Chinese Ritual Bronzes, a stunning exhibition of nearly 100 ancient artifacts dating from 1600 BE to 220 CE.
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Media Alert: January 15, 2020 Media contacts:
Joy Partain | Vice President, Marketing and Communications [email protected] | 713.496.9908 office | 713.496.4399 cell
Chris Dunn | Marketing and Communications Manager [email protected] | 713.496.9903 office
February at Asia Society: 2nd Weekend of Lunar New Year, New Exhibition Opens,
and Asia Society Welcomes Two Boundary-Breaking Women onstage: Journalist Ann Curry and Comedian Maysoon Zayid!
HOUSTON, TX —Asia Society Texas Center (ASTC) “takes the show on the road” with a second weekend of Lunar New Year arts and crafts, performances, and lion dancing at The Galleria, February 1 and 2, and all activities are FREE!
America’s first female Muslim comedian, Maysoon Zayid, whose TED Talk I've Got 99 Problems... Palsy is Just One has been watched over 16 million times, takes the stage at ASTC on February 8. Internationally acclaimed journalist Ann Curry speaks on her career and women in the workplace in the Bank of America Women’s Leadership Series on February 27. Closing out the month on February 29, Asia Society opens Eternal Offerings: Chinese Ritual Bronzes, a stunning exhibition of nearly 100 ancient artifacts dating from 1600 BE to 220 CE.
February 2020 What: Asia Society Lunar New Year at The Galleria
The Lunar New Year celebrations continue! Join us at The Galleria for free arts and crafts, performances, and games for the whole family, on Level One near Nordstrom.
When: Saturday, February 1, and Sunday, February 2, 12–5 p.m.
Where: The Galleria, 5085 Westheimer Road, 77056
Admission: Free and open to the public
More info: https://asi.as/kZMX8h
What: Introduction to Chinese Language and Culture (Two Parts)
These beginner courses provide adult language learners with an introduction to the Mandarin dialect and Chinese culture. Through hands-on activities, cooking demonstrations, games, and technology, explore Chinese culture and language in a fun, supportive, and engaging way.
When: Part I: Mondays, February 3 – March 23, 6:30–8:30 p.m. Part II: Mondays, March 30 – May 18, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Where: Asia Society Texas Center, 1370 Southmore at Caroline, 77004 (Museum District)
Registration: $300 Members, $350 Nonmembers
More info: Part I: https://asi.as/SKgAKV | Part II: https://asi.as/SKgAKV
What: Introduction to Japanese Language and Culture (Two Parts)
In these introductory courses, learn the basics of Japanese language and culture. Study Hiragana; learn greetings, introductions, grammar, and vocabulary; and build a foundation for future study!
When: Part I: Mondays, February 3 – March 16, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Part II: Mondays, March 23 – May 4, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Where: Asia Society Texas Center, 1370 Southmore at Caroline, 77004 (Museum District)
Admission: $270 Members, $320 Nonmembers
More info: Part I: https://asi.as/EAXOrG | Part II: https://asi.as/tS9Idj
What: An Evening with Maysoon Zayid
Groundbreaking actress, comedian, and disability advocate Maysoon Zayid uses humor to break through stereotypes as America’s first Muslim woman comedian. Get a glimpse into her experiences through her comedy addressing family, global culture, and her life with cerebral palsy, followed by a discussion with Houston Public Media’s Ernie Manouse.
When: Saturday, February 8, 6 p.m. Reception, 7 p.m. Performance
Where: Asia Society Texas Center, 1370 Southmore at Caroline, 77004 (Museum District)
Admission: $25–$50
More info: https://asi.as/Maysoon
What: On the Border: How the U.S. is Closing Its Doors to Refugees
Implemented in 2019, “Migrant Protection Protocols” have stranded thousands of immigrants in camps in Mexico and Central America. A nonpartisan discussion with legal advocates who have recently visited the U.S.–Mexico border.
When: Thursday, February 13, 6:30 p.m.
Where: Asia Society Texas Center, 1370 Southmore at Caroline, 77004 (Museum District)
Admission: Free for Members, $20 Nonmembers
More info: https://asi.as/Lk1bFh
What: From East to West with the Formosa Quartet
The Formosa Quartet, in residence at the University of Houston, makes its Asia Society Texas Center debut with musical celebration and exploration featuring special commissions by Taiwanese composer Wei-Chieh Lin alongside works by Beethoven.
When: Thursday, February 20, 7 p.m.
Where: Asia Society Texas Center, 1370 Southmore at Caroline, 77004 (Museum District)
Admission: $20 Members, $30 Nonmembers
More info: https://asi.as/SP8vmr
What: Preview Reception for Eternal Offerings: Chinese Ritual Bronzes
Take in the new exhibition, learn from our curator, Nancy C. Allen Curator & Director of Exhibitions Bridget Bray, and enjoy light bites.
When: Wednesday, February 26, 6 p.m.
Where: Asia Society Texas Center, 1370 Southmore at Caroline, 77004 (Museum District)
Admission: Free and open to the public
What: Bank of America Women’s Leadership Series: Women in Journalism: Ann Curry
Award-winning journalist and former NBC News anchor Ann Curry discusses women in the workplace, reporting while female, and how women’s roles in journalism have transformed over the past 50 years.
When: Thursday, February 27, 6 p.m. Reception, 7 p.m. Program
Where: Asia Society Texas Center, 1370 Southmore at Caroline, 77004 (Museum District)
Admission: $35 Members, $50 Nonmembers
More info: https://asi.as/WLSJournalism
What: Houston Global Teaching Dialogue for K-12 Educators
Educators are invited for a day of conversation and learning experiences to equip and inspire them to grow as global educators. Join us for panels, break-out sessions, and discussions on how to implement global teaching in schools and classrooms.
When: Tuesday, February 28, 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where: Asia Society Texas Center, 1370 Southmore at Caroline, 77004 (Museum District)
Admission: Free; registration is required
More info: https://asi.as/xP0e51
Ongoing Exhibitions What: Form is Emptiness, Empitness is Form: Works by Miya Ando
Drawing on the important Buddhist text known as the Heart Sutra, artist Miya Ando makes her Asia Society debut responding to the Center’s unique building with references to elemental materials such as metal, light, water, and wood. This site-specific response to Yoshio Taniguchi’s architecture reframes the visitor's perception of the space, and invites contemplation of the nature of reality.
When: On view through March 29
Where: Asia Society Texas Center, 1370 Southmore at Caroline, 77004 (Museum District)
Admission: Free and open to the public
More info: https://asi.as/EuiuE3
What: Eternal Offerings: Chinese Ritual Bronzes [OPENS THIS MONTH]
Exploring the ritual significance of ancient Chinese bronzes, this exhibition sheds new light on innovations of form and ornamentation, and the maturity in techniques of casting these stunning objects dating from the Shang to the Han Dynasties (1600 BE-220 CE). Bronze designs influenced other art forms in China, and later examples in jade, blue and white ceramics, and cloisonné will be featured.
Eternal Offerings: Chinese Ritual Bronzes is organized by the Minneapolis Institute of Art. Generous support for the exhibition and related catalogue provided by the Blakemore Foundation, the E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation, the National Endowment for the Humanities, the Bei Shan Tang Foundation, the Henry Luce Foundation, and Christie’s.
When: Opens February 29
Where: Asia Society Texas Center, 1370 Southmore at Caroline, 77004 (Museum District)
Admission: Free for Asia Society Members, $5 Students and Seniors with ID, $8 Nonmembers
Coming Soon… What: Spring Break: Spring into Asia
Each day is dedicated to different cultural, kid-friendly activities. Enjoy picnic food by learning how to make onigiri and spring rolls. Create vivid Rangoli designs with colored sand, play the dragon tail game with friends, fold beautiful lotus flowers, and enjoy the spring breeze as you fly a kite.
When: Monday-Friday, March 16-20, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Where: Asia Society Texas Center, 1370 Southmore at Caroline, 77004 (Museum District)
Admission: Free and open to the public
More info: https://asi.as/BEBRXX
About Asia Society Texas Center: With 14 locations throughout the world, Asia Society is the leading educational organization promoting mutual understanding and strengthening partnerships among the peoples, leaders, and institutions of Asia and the West. Asia Society Texas Center executes the global mission with a local focus, enriching and engaging the vast diversity of Houston through innovative, relevant programs in arts and culture, business and policy, education, and community outreach.
