The Asian American Arts Alliance is dedicated to strengthening Asian American artists and cultural groups through resource sharing, promotion, and community building.
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A4 Response to COVID-19

Dear Friends and Colleagues,
As we face these times of uncertainty, please know that we are here for you and are working to ensure our community is safe and supported.

Information is changing quickly and we are following the latest recommendations by the NYC Department of Health and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

We have instituted a work from home policy for staff, so please reach us via email should you need to be in contact. Amidst the cancellations and closures, we hope you are doing what you can to keep yourselves and your communities healthy.

We will continue to update helpful information as we receive it and have compiled a list of resources to help you manage through these challenging times as well as ensure your own health and safety.

Please take care of yourselves and eachother. We look forward to seeing you once we are on the other side of the pandemic.

Van Lier Fellowship
For Young Professional Artists
The Asian American Arts Alliance is pleased to administer, with support from the New York Community Trust, the 2021 Van Lier Fellowship. This year, the fellowship with be awarded to an Asian American music artist in performance or composition for the creation of new work. Created by the will of Sally Van Lier, the Trust carries out Edward and Sally Van Liers’ legacy of arts appreciation by supporting arts groups and training programs to provide education, training, or other support. The deadline to apply is March 21, 2021. Read more here.
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Jadin Wong Fellowship
For Young Professional Artists
The Asian American Arts Alliance is pleased to administer, with support from the New York Community Trust, the 2021 Jadin Wong Fellowship for an emerging Asian American dance artist to create new work.This award is a tribute to the life and work of renowned Chinese American actress, dancer, and comedienne Jadin Wong. Ms. Wong was a lifelong pioneer and innovator in the field of performing arts and strove to ensure opportunities for Asian Americans through her efforts as a performer and talent agent. The deadline to apply is March 21, 2021. Read more here.
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Community Event

The Undisputed, Unofficial Corky Lee Tribute

Online via Zoom

3 – 5PM
Sunday, March 7, 2021
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Town Hall

March Town Hall: Performing Arts x Advocacy

Online, Zoom

Dance, Music, Performance Art, Spoken Word, Theater

6:30 – 8:15PM
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
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Get your A4 Limited-Edition Benefit Apparel!

Asian Americans REPRESENT with a limited-edition t-shirt or hoodie designed by Monyee Chau! Celebrate the Year of the Ox in style with these 100% cotton t-shirts and hoodies (50/50 cotton/poly). All proceeds support A4 programs! They are only available for a limited time so order yours TODAY!
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