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Oakland Asian Cultural Center First Fridays: Taiko, Butoh Dance & Origami | DTO

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Friday, February 5, 2016 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are greatly appreciated.

Oakland Asian Cultural Center | 388 9th Street, Oakland, CA

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Come out for a night of fun and creativity as the Oakland Asian Cultural Center hosts First Fridays, an evening of art, performance, workshops and games every first Friday of the month.

The OACC builds vibrant communities through Asian and Pacific Islander American (APIA) arts and culture programs that foster intergenerational and cross-cultural dialogue, cultural identity, collaborations, and social justice.

OACC is located in Oakland Chinatown in the Pacific Renaissance Plaza (near Peony Restaurant). It is 3 blocks from the 12th Street / City Center BART Station. In addition to metered street parking, there is a $2/evening parking lot below for those who enter after 5 pm on weeknights.

In February, Emeryville Taiko, will be offering a free taiko lessons at 7 pm. Additionally, there will be workshops, an artist talk, and fun activities like tangrams, origami, and more.

Schedule:

  • 6pm – 7pm: Intro to Butoh (Japanese Dance Theatre) workshop with Judith Kajiwara of OnenessButoh – journey with eyes wide open
  • 6pm – 8:30pm: Games and activities such as tangrams, origami, and more!
  • 6:30pm – 7:30pm: Author Funky Chicken on her book, “Why the Chicken Crossed the Road: 18 Surprising Secrets From China on Success, Wealth, and Happiness.”
  • 7pm – 8pm: Artist Talk with Michael L Sacramento
  • 7pm – 8pm: Taiko Workshop with Emeryville Taiko

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*Free, but donations are greatly appreciated.
Categories: *Top Pick*, Art & Museums, East Bay, Live Music, Theater & Performance
Address: 388 9th Street, Oakland, CA