JACCC Presents Super Taiko Concert, 3/5

The Japanese American Cultural and Community Center is proud to present two of Japan's most critically acclaimed taiko soloists and former members of Kodo, Hiroyuki Hayashida and Shuichi Hidano, joined by Jun Takada, to make up a Super Taiko trio. The Taiko Center of LA Ensemble under the direction of Rev. Tom Kurai will open for this high-octane performance on the iconic JACCC Plaza, Saturday, March 5, 2011.

Super Taiko is made possible by support from The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles, REMO, and the Sozenji Buddhist Temple.

For more information or to purchase tickets, call (213) 680-3700.
JACCC Plaza
$20 General Admission
$18 JACCC Members
$25 at the door

Upcoming Events:

13th Annual Shikishi Exhibition
Sunday, 01.02 - Sunday, 02.27.11
JACCC's 13th Annual Shikishi Exhibition, with a colorful exhibition of works by former Prime Ministers of Japan, His Holiness the Dalai Lama, up and coming and established artists, students, seniors, and community members comes to a close this weekend. Visit this New Years favorite for its last weekend!
George J. Doizaki Gallery
Free Admission

Hinamatsuri: Girl's Day Featuring LA Kimono Club
Sunday, 03.06.11, 1pm
JACCC's On the Veranda series returns this Spring with Hinamatsuri (Girl's Day), a special day of celebration for girls and familes. This year's Hinamatsuri features live traditional music, hinaningyo display and kimono demonstration led by the LA Kimono Club, where Madam Akutagawa will show audience members the proper way to wear a kimono.
Reservations recommended. For more information or reservations contact Gavin Kelley at (213) 628-2725.

JACCC Garden Room
$10 General Admission
JACCC Members Free
Bamboo and Petals III: The Price Collection
Sunday, 04.17 - Sunday, 05.08.11
JACCC's ongoing dedication to showcasing some of the most traditional and avant-garde work in Japanese Bamboo Baskets presents twenty baskets from the private collection of Etsuko & Joe Price.
The Shin'en Kan Foundation will incorporate works by three flower arrangement schools, the distinct Sogetsu, Ikenobo, and Ohara-Ryu.
George J. Doizaki Gallery
Admission Free

TAIKOPROJECT
Rhythmic Relations 2011
Saturday, 06.25.11, 2pm & 7:30pm
One of the most innovative ensembles in the American taiko scene, TAIKOPROJECT demonstrates the finest U.S. has to offer. Collaborating with Ryutaro Kaneko, former Artistic Director of Kodo, and featuring Bombu Taiko, Kitsune Taiko, and Loma Pacific Taiko, the JACCC and TAIKOPROJECT are excited to present this outdoor concert.
JACCC Plaza
$35 Premium/$30 General
$30/$25 JACCC Members

 

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