If you're in Los Angeles this weekend, catch EVOKE: A Festival of Diverse Voices at East West Players in Little Tokyo. This second installation, which runs March 14-17, focuses on new work from South Asian artists. Following each performance is a post-show discussion. Here's some more information, including the list of performers:
2013 EWP EVOKE FestivalGeneral Admission tickets are $10. For ticket purchases and more information, visit the East West Players website or call (213) 625-7000.
The EVOKE Festival nurtures artists and new performance works that expand the dialogue about the Asian Pacific American experiences. The 2013 EWP EVOKE Festival presents the vivid reality and imaginations of South Asian American artists. EVOKE audience members will have unique opportunities to explore the work and engage in post-show discussions. Featuring the work of: Shilpa Agarwal and Sheetal Ghandi with Jas Ahluhwalia & Kamaljeet Ahluwalia, Snehal Desai, Cynthia Ling Lee ad Shyamala Moorty, Puja Mohindra, Ami Patel, and SaiQa (Saba Waheed).
All performances will have a post-show discussion with the artists. The Sunday show will be preceded by a brunch and pre-show panel discussion in the East West Players courtyard, starting at 12 noon. Community organizations will have information tables and food trucks will have savory snacks available for purchase.
Performance Run:
Thursday, March 14 - Saturday, March 16 at 8pm
Sunday, March 17 at 2pm
Running Time: 90 minutes