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MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Concert of Excellence
*One Night Only*
November 22, 2004
Jazz at Lincoln Center, Time Warner Center, NYC
Making Tracks
San Jose Repertory Theatre
San Jose, CA
March 19 - April 17, 2005
New York, NY
Limited engagement!
April 27 - 30, 2005
CASTING NOTICE
Singers, Actors and Dancers interested in Making Tracks and/or Concert of
Excellence (Nov. 22, 2004). Please send headshots and resumes (union and
non-union) BY MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20th to:
Dave Clemens Casting
Attn: Sarah Schatz
265 West 30th Street, NY, NY 10001
AUDITION NOTICE
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for 15 select Asian American children
to perform in the Fourth Annual Concert of Excellence
Dates: Sat., September 18 and 25, 2004
Location: New York City
Contact: Hiram (hiram@2g.org)
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In The Works - Accepting New Submissions
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Sponsorship Opportunities
If your company is interested in sponsorship opportunities with 2g, please email Grace C. Lee, General Manager, at grace@2g.org or visit our website at www.2g.org
Job Opportunity
Finance Associate (Part-time, Immediate)
Performance Arts Intern (Part-Time, Fall, Spring)
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Internship Opportunities
Arts Administration Intern (Part-time, Fall, Spring)
Performance Arts Intern (Part-Time, Fall, Spring)
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Behind The Scenes : :
Meet The Artist : :
FAQ
From the Editor's Desk
Before I share some exciting production updates with you, let me first extend
a welcome to Chris Tang, our new staff Marketing Manager. Hailing from the
world of entertainment and theater advertising, Chris is not new to Second
Generation (2g). She started as a volunteer for last year's Concert
of Excellence as a designer for the receptions. You can learn more
about her on our website.
Planning for the Concert of Excellence 2004 is well underway. 2g's
annual celebration of Asian American performers and the community will take
place November 22, 2004 at the dazzling new Jazz at Lincoln Center theater
in the Time Warner Center. Be sure to save the date and spread the word!
COE 2004 promises to be even more spectacular than the years' past. After
years of anticipation and planning, Making Tracks, 2g's sold-out
debut musical is making a return in March 2005 in California at the San
Jose Repertory Theatre, and in April for a limited engagement in New York
at the Jazz at Lincoln Center. Read on to see how Making Tracks helped
put 2g on the map and to meet the musical genius behind the show.
Congratulations Welly Yang! On September 11, 2004, The Asian Columbia Alumni Association (ACAA) will honor 2g's founder, Welly, with a Distinguished Achievement Award. The honor will be presented at ACAA's scholarships and fellowship fundraiser gala.
Stay tuned for an exciting year with 2g. If you're not receiving our newsletters
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Behind
the Scenes: Making Tracks - the origins
The journey of Making Tracks began as Welly Yang's (founder
of Second Generation) personal exploration into the rich and diverse
history of Asian Americans. The discovery of stories of Chinese
laborers risking their lives to tie this country together, immigrants
detained for years at Angel Island, and Japanese Americans fighting
valiantly for their country while their families were locked away
in internment camps brought forth a realization. Welly recognized
that these stories must be shared and honored for they belong to
not only him, but to all Asian Americans, and to all Americans.
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Meet the Artist: Woody Pak - Composer Extraordinaire
Meet Woody Pak, the musical genius behind 2g's hit musicals Making Tracks and The Wedding Banquet. Founder of The Woodhouse, this award-winning composer has earned a solid reputation across America for his musical versatility. His music can be found in documentaries, feature films, theater, and commercials. Fortunately for 2g, he has contributed his talent in the creation of the monumental musical Making Tracks and the acclaimed new musical The Wedding Banquet. [more]. |
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FAQ
Q: Do you have to be a theater expert
to be part of 2g?
No No No! 2g's success and growth depends largely on the dedication and
active involvement of our volunteers. We welcome everyone who is interested
in learning about theater production. The background of our volunteers
is as diverse as the experience that 2g can offer. Amongst the team are
lawyers, educators, marketers, therapists, and even doctors! Volunteers
are integral in show production, marketing, and financing of the organization
and its projects, as well as the administrative and operational aspects
of running a non-profit organization. So if you are even just the slightest
bit interested in joining the 2g family, step forward! Talk to us! You
can also find out more here.
Got a question? E-mail me at newsletter@2g.org
We'll find you an answer!
Little Known Fact
Did you know that Pat Morita was the first Asian American actor ever nominated
for an Academy Award? He was also the first Asian American actor ever
to star in his own sitcom - Mr. T and Tina.
Did you know that among our Benefit Committee members are CEOs and stars
of reality TV shows like Survivor? While that is not a criteria,
it certainly adds to making our valued committee even more noteworthy!
Some members have even met their other halves through the Benefit Committee
and have since gotten married! Benefit Committee members are the force
behind the success of events like our annual Concert of Excellence.
Want to join? Contact Arlene Yang at arlene@2g.org
Audition for
2g Kids in the Concert of Excellence
We are seeking 15 talented Asian American children ages 7-13 from the
tri-state area to participate in a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to perform
at the Jazz at Lincoln Center's Rose Hall in the Fourth Annual Concert
of Excellence on November 22, 2004.
This is a rare opportunity for the children to take the stage with world-class
performers and elevate their personal and emotional growth. Arabella Uhry,
a past Concert of Excellence Children's Choir member, will be
a featured guest on The Tony Danza Show (which airs
weekdays at 10am (EST) on WABC-TV).
Audition Dates (BY APPOINTMENT ONLY):
Sat., September 18, 2004, 2 PM to 4 PM and
Sat., September 25, 2004, 10 AM to 12 Noon
Location: Second Generation, 248 W. 35th St, 15th Fl
New York, NY 10001
To schedule an appointment, contact: Hiram (hiram@2g.org)
For press release, click
here to download (pdf file).
In The Works
- Calling for New Submissions
We are now accepting new plays for our In The Works series. Also,
we will be expanding our In the Works series with a chance for
colleges to produce our featured play, Michael Golamco's Achievers.
Stay tuned for more on 2g and our new nationwide play initiative.
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Help is needed in production, marketing, publicity, promotions, writing,
community outreach, fundraising and administration. Sign up here.
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