Asia FantAsia

Program Type:
Performance
Art Form:
Heritage arts, Storytelling, Theater
Curricular Connection:
Foreign language, Social studies
Audience:
Children (K-3), Children (Gr 3-6), Children (Gr 6-8), Children (Gr 9-12), Children (K-12)
Program Fees:

Single show - $570
Back-to-back shows - $750  

Fees above are for school programs in Maryland, Washington, DC and northern Virginia only. For non-school or out of area programs, please contact Class Acts Arts for details.

Additional travel fee will apply.

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Artist:
Robert Kikuchi-Yngojo of Eth-Noh-Tec

Description:

In Asia FantAsia, ancient Asian folk tales and myths are woven with contemporary Asian American style music and theatrical interpretation. Robert's use of timing, elements of surprise, and audience participation create a joyful rapport that draws youngsters and teachers alike into an exploration of Asian culture. These stories, from a variety of Asian countries, may be centuries old, but have lived on because of their positive messages, wit, and wisdom.

Examples from his repertoire: 

Magic Mountain Peaches: (Japan) Three sisters search for a peach to cure their ailing mother.
The Bird of Happiness: (Tibet) One boy's struggle and journey in search of a magical bird.
Ming Pang Mang Yi: (Korea) A magic mallet brings good fortune and wealth.
Choril and Cholchinay: (Siberia) A bride rescues her groom from an evil spell.
Ma Liang and the Magic Brush: (China) A young artist paints his way to freedom.
The Golden Khene: (Laos) A musical instrument protects a boy from an evil dragon.

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