JACCC Announces Their On the Veranda Lecture Series

This fall season, JACCC is proud to present two programs as part of the On the Veranda Lecture Series. Explore the historic art of Japanese woodcut printing with Traditional Printmaking Ukiyo-e on November 21, 2010, and join artist Hirokazu Kosaka for Approach and Observation on December 12, 2010 as he reveals how he created his unique Frolicking Monkeys and Frogs exhibit.

The On the Veranda Lecture Series at the JACCC's state-of-the-art Garden Room began in Spring 2009, and has since presented some of the most informative and insightful workshops by trained masters in an intimate and serene surrounding. "The Veranda itself is a sacred space between man and nature, between structure and garden, between here and there," explains JACCC Artistic Director Hirokazu Kosaka. "It is the meditative space that lingers in-between, the transition that pulls us into both worlds."

Garden Room
$20 General Admission
$15 JACCC Members
*Space limited. Reservations highly recommended.

For more information or reservations call (213) 680-3700

Online reservation only available for Ukiyo-e.

World Heritage
Saturday, 11.06 - Sunday, 12.05.10

Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we live with today, and what we pass on to future generations. Our cultural and natural heritage are both irreplaceable sources of life and inspiration. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) selects key sites throughout the world as "World Heritage Sites" that are considered to be of outstanding value to humanity.

This exquisite photographic exhibit, commissioned by The Japan Foundation, displays Japanese World Heritage structures selected by UNESCO.

Beautifully photographed by Kazuyoshi Miyoshi, this exhibit includes, Ryoan-ji Temple, Kumano-Kodo Ancient Path and Horyu-Ji Temple.

George J. Doizaki Gallery
Admission Free

For more information call (213) 628-2725

An Evening with Salman Rushdie
In conversation with author Reza Aslan
Tuesday, 11.30.10 8pm

Presented by The Library Foundation of Los Angeles, co-represented with the Japanese American Cultural and Community Center.

In his new novel, Luka and the Fire of Life, written for his youngest son, Salman Rushdie explores the relationships between fathers and sons, life and death, the real and the imagined, freedom and authority. Filled with frolicking wordplay and unexpected twists, this is Rushdie at his best.

In 2008 The London Times ranked Rushdie thirteenth on their list of "The 50 greatest British writers since 1945."

Event followed by an audience Q&A and book signing in the lobby.

Aratani/Japan America Theatre
$25 General Admission
$17.50 Library Associates & JACCC Members

Tickets may be purchased through the Aratani/Japan America Theatre Box Office, (213) 680-3700

Proceeds help support the Los Angeles Public Library.

Hiroshima
9th Annual "Spirit of the Season" Concert
Saturday, 12.04.10 7:30pm

Join renowned group Hiroshima in celebrating their 30th year in the recording industry at the 9th annual "Spirit of the Season" community concert. Celebrate the community, heritage and the true meaning of the holidays with this very special program for the whole family.

Special guest artists include former Hiroshima lead singer and composer Terry Steele, internationally acclaimed harmonica virtuoso Tetsuya Nakamura (former member of WAR), as well as koto player Emily Yoshihara accompanied by members of TAIKOPROJECT.

Artists will be available to sign autograph CDs after the concert.

Aratani/Japan America Theatre
$36(Orchestra)/$25(Balcony) Reserved Seating
$33/$23 JACCC Members
$34/$24 Students & Senior citizens
$33/$21 Groups of 10 or more
*Additional handling and credit card fees applicable

Open Call for Art
Shikishi Exhibition: 12.27.10
Video Contest: 01.31.11 Deadline Extended!

The Japanese American Cultural and Community Center is sending out an open call for art with two exciting programs, 13th Annual Shikishi Exhibition and the The Power of Community Video Contest.

The shikishi exhibit calls for community participation to create one of the most popular and interesting annual exhibition in Los Angeles today, and the video contest provides an opportunity for young Asian American filmmakers to submit a short video for a chance to win $1,000 in cash prize.

The Invention Of Dr. NakaMats
Thursday, 11.18.10 8pm

Dr. NakaMats In Person!

Described by Flaunt Magazine as "Albert Einstein meets Ron Popeil," Nobel prize winner Dr. NakaMats has been at the cutting edge of enchanting Japanese techno-weirdness since he began his inventing career at the age of 5. Now 81, he holds over 3,000 patents (that's a couple of thousand more than Thomas Edison!)

Danish director/visual artist Kaspar Astrup Schröder's hilarious The Invention of Dr. Nakamats, a whirlwind tour through the mind of the man himself, features a score by Mutato Music's Mark Mothersbaugh (of Devo) and Silas Hite, sparkling HD photography, and more utterly dry and touchingly humanist moments. Drinks and inventions on the patio, a one-night-only art show curated by Mastodon Mesa, and a special award presented in-person to Dr. NakaMats! Plus, each ticket buyer will receive a limited edition Mark Mothersbaugh "Invention = Love" original artwork sticker.

The Cinefamily
611 N. Fairfax Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90036
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JACCC Members get Cinefamily member discount. When purchasing ticket online, show your member card at the door and receive the discount.

For more information, call (323) 655-2510 or visit their website.

Calligraphy
Saturday, 11.12 - Sunday, 12.12.10
Thu - Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm

Co-producers Playwrights' Arena & The Latino Theater Company/LATC in association with the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center present the World Premier of Calligraphy written by Velina Hasu Houston and directed by Jon Lawrence Rivera with historical accuracy over-seen by dramaturg Luis Alfaro.

Calligraphy is a play about the humor that survival demands. Two cousins-one in Los Angeles and one in Tokyo-struggle to navigate change and find new ways of defining their femininity as they confront their mothers' aging.

The Los Angeles Theatre Center
514 S. Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 489-0994
www.thelatc.org

$35 General Admission
$20 Students & Seniors
$17.50 JACCC Members
$10 Thursday night

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