JACCC Announces Their Upcoming Dates And Events

Saturday, December 12, 2009, 2pm & 7pm, Sunday, December 13, 2009, 12pm & 4pm
A Magical Holiday Event!
The Nutcracker
Marat Daukayev Ballet Theatre
On a Triumphal Return for its 5th Season at the AJAT

Join the many families who have made the Marat Daukayev Ballet Theatre's Nutcracker a Holiday Tradition. This stunning production will delight all ages. Exceptionally talented young performers, guest artists from Germany, beautiful costumes and the well loved Tchaikovsky score make for a joyous and uplifting evening in the theatre.

Aratani/Japan America Theatre
$30 flat rate -reserved seating

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

For more information please visit www.maratdaukayev.com

Sunday, December 20, 2009, 11am, 2pm, 4pm
Katsudo Shashin (Moving Pictures)

The Japanese American Cultural and Community Center, The Japan Foundation and The Consulate General of Japan are excited to present a retrospective of films from the Golden Era of Japanese Cinema.

The Japan Foundation is opening its vast film library and bringing a triple feature of select classic films rarely screened to audiences outside Japan. Films will include Tsuma no Kokoro (A Wife's Heart) directed by Mikio Naruse, starring Toshiro Mifune; Pu-san (Mr. Pu) directed by Kon Ichikawa, starring Yunosuke Ito; and Aoi sanmyaku (The Green Mountains) directed by Tadashi Imai.

Each film features leading actress Yoko Sugi. Ms. Sugi became the face of hope in Japan in the 1950's with her unique performances and refreshing screen presence. Ms. Sugi is scheduled to attend this special event. 

This program is made possible in part by The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles and the City of Los Angeles through the Department of Cultural Affairs.

11am: Tsuma no Kokoro (A Wife's Heart)
2pm: Pu-san (Mr. Pu)
4pm: Aoi sanmyaku (The Green Mountains)

Aratani/Japan America Theatre
$10 General Admission (per film)
$8 Students, Seniors and Groups (10+)
$7 JACCC members (per film)
$25 Festival pass

For more information please call (213) 628-2725 x133.

Tickets may be purchased online or through the Aratani/Japan America Theatre Box Office,
(213) 680-3700.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009, 10am-3pm
Children's Oshogatsu Workshop

Celebrate the spirit of the Japanese New Year in this one-day workshop learning about the traditions surrounding oshogatsu. Children participate in hands-on activities and workshops as well as view demonstrations led by local artists and community members. 

Workshops are designed for children ages 7 to 12. Pre-registration required.

JACCC Campus
$30 per child
$25 JACCC Members

For more information and registration visit www.jaccc.org or call (213) 628-2725.
Sunday, January 3, 2010, 1pm
Kotohajime: Hatsu-Egao (First Smile)

JACCC's Signature New Year's celebration. Welcome in 2010, the Year of the Tiger with the mesmerizing performance titled Hatsu-Egao (First Smile) featuring Nihon Buyo by Fujima Kansuma Kai, modern dance by the Trudl Zipper Dance Institute of the Colburn School and Zen archery by IKKYU. Hatsu-Egao (First Smile) helps audience members greet the New Year with energy, hope and a collective smile. 

Aratani/Japan America Theatre
$20 General Admission
$18 Seniors, Students and Groups
$15 JACCC Members

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

Through December 22, 2009
OPEN CALL for the 12th Annual Shikishi Exhibition

Shikishi paper boards have been used in Japan since the twelfth century for painting and writing poetry. Today, inscribed shikishi are given as a gift to mark a memorable or special occasion. In 1998, Hirokazu Kosaka, JACCCs Artistic Director, fused traditional and contemporary notions of the shikishi by asking over 500 people to celebrate the New Year by expressing themselves using the boards.

Based on the theme, participants use the shikishi to express their thoughts, hopes, and dreams for the New Year.

In the past participants have included celebrities, local personalities, politicians, artists, priests, children, writers, and community members. 

Those interested in participating in this years exhibit may come by the JACCC to pick up a free shikishi at the JACCC or contact Gavin Kelley at (213) 628-2725 to ask for a shikishi board to be mailed to them. You may also purchase one at your local Japanese market.

The deadline to submit all work is December 22, 2009.

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