Next week, ImaginAsian presents the Los Angeles premiere of Mighty Warriors of Comedy, Sung H. Kim's Emmy-winning documentary about the groundbreaking Asian American sketch comedy ensemble 18 Mighty Mountain Warriors. Featuring insightful interviews and performance footage, the film follows the troupe in the Bay Area as they struggle for success and deal with the ups and downs of life.
The film will screen on Thursday, July 17 at the ImaginAsian Center in downtown Los Angeles. The event will include Tamlyn Tomita as emcee, a live performance by 18MMW, and a special collaboration with Tuesday Night Cafe featuring Keiko Agena, Alison De La Cruz, Shin Kawasaki, and traci kato-kiriyama. Portions of the proceeds will benefit the Little Tokyo Recreation Center. Should be a fun time. Order your tickets online here.