Asia Society's multimedia look at electronic waste shipped overseas and the toxic effect it has on places such as Guiyu, China--known as "trash town." With an interview with Michael Zhao of the Center on US-China Relations at Asia Society.
"The Daily Show's" Aasif Mandvi and "Survivor" winner Yul Kwon join the San Francisco Chronicle's Jeff Yang to discuss the stereotyping of Asian American males in life and work--at the Asia Society 5/31/07
Renowned Buddhist peace activist & teacher Thich Nhat Hanh talks about Burma, Iraq and "engaged buddhism," which he has advocated since the war in Vietnam. Interviewed by TIME religion correspondent David Van Biema; produced by Asia Society.
Bollywood meets Rugby,Snake Boat races in the "Venice of the East," India's Wine Country, and more. See it now with Indique's Simone Ahuja, interviewed at the Asia Society.
Asia Society marks World AIDS Day with a closer look at Cambodia, uniquely affected by AIDS in the wake of the Khmer Rouge atrocities, with one of the highest rates of HIV/AIDS in Asia -- through the inspiring work and personal stories of The Face-to-Face AIDS Project.
Monks'and eyewitness accounts of the Burmese crisis, 10/5/07 at Asia Society. With live call-in from the leader of the monks in Burma, and dramatic video.
Excerpts from Chen Chieh-jen's complete video works at the Asia Society... on the effects of globalization on the marginalized in society... and Lingchi Executions
First off-Broadway musical in Chinese...find out why relationship problems are universal! A Broadway Asia Entertainment / Shanghai Dramatic Arts Centre production, in NYC thru 6/3/07.
Miss NY Chinese 2007 behind-the-scenes. Through the glamour, the beauty and excitement, find out why having having this pageant to share Asian culture is important to this year's winners.
Inside the studio and creative mind of Zhang Huan, one of the most recognized Chinese artists working in both the US and China. His latest exhibition at the Asia Society includes performance works, photographs, and sculpture.
East meets West as children from Bali and the National Dance Institute join in a brand new kind of performance at the Asia Society. See and hear unique "Cak" dancing, jazz and more.
Air pollution in an unfortunate consequence of China's recent rapid development. The 2008 Olympics are focusing global attention on Beijing's air quality. Despite government efforts to control the problem, it remains a serious challenge for both China and the world.
David Henry Hwang on Asian American racial identity and "the face we choose to show the world [versus] who we are" -- in his new play "Yellow Face." With excerpts from a January 2008 performance at The Public Theater in New York. Exclusive interview conducted by the Asia Society.
The 2007 Bollywood Movie Awards on Long Island showcase some of Bollywood's biggest stars, with a global cinema award for Hollywood's Danny Glover. Presented by The Bollywood Group, Wal-Mart, and Sony Entertainment Asia.
Beijingers party for the Olympics closing ceremonies...find out why getting gold was so important, their beef with Western media, and what the Olympics legacy will be for them. By Asia Society 8/24/08
The Japan Karate Assoc. tournament in NYC features the best in Kata and Kumite techniques. Sensei Isami Shiroma--6th Dan and Chief Instructor JKA of NY, and Sensei Margaret Thomas--5th Dan and Chief Instructor Karate Spirit, explain the benefits and goals of karate. Recorded 10/21/07 by the Asia Society.
Thai Prime Min. Surayud Chulanont urges Burma/Myanmar to avoid government violence/crackdowns. ..called by Reuters the "first critical comment by an Asian leader." At the Asia Society 9/26/07.
The hottest artists and multimedia art.See Zhang Huan, Xu Bing, Yang Fudong and more, presented by Asia Society's Melissa Chiu, interviewed by BigThink.com - where you can find a variety of expert interviews.
Beijing's hot bands - Xie Tianxiao's Cold-Blooded Animal, and Jiang Xin's Super Monkey. Join us for Day 2 of our week in the life of Beijing during the Olympics as pop culture and music industry maven Scarlett Li shows what's new and exciting in China's music scene.