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SUMMARY:Echoes of Bollywood: Cinematic Strings and Stories
DESCRIPTION:Chicago Sinfonietta and the South Asia Institute present a special program exploring the rich world of Bollywood film music. Featuring the Chicago Sinfonietta String Quartet and scholar Rochona Majumdar\, the event combines live performance\, film clips\, and commentary to reveal the history\, meaning\, and cultural impact of these iconic scores. \nExpect a sneak peak into Sinfonietta’s upcoming performances “Bollywood & Beyond”\, a journey through both traditional and modern arrangements of beloved tunes\, fusing Bollywood vocal art with a full orchestra\, then expanding into a East-meets-West experience featuring music from China\, Taiwan\, India\, France\, and more.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/echoes-of-bollywood-cinematic-strings-and-stories/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:Raga Boyz: Sufi Rock Concert
DESCRIPTION:Raga Boyz is a popular sufi-rock band from Pakistan featuring Wali Hamid Ali Khan\, Inam Ali Khan and Nayab Ali Khan. The sibling trio band performs music of all genres\, from Ragas to Rock\, from Sufi to Heavy Metal\, from Folk to Fusion. The Raga boys\, being the sons of legendary Pakistani Ustad Hamid Ali Khan\, are the ninth-generation descendants of the celebrated Patiala Gharana family. \nRaga Boyz has performed across the globe in 18 countries\, including some of the best venues of the world like Wembley Arena and Radio City Music Hall. They have even appeared with singers like Shakira and Rihanna. \nBroaden your horizons and rock out with us this fall at South Asia Institute. \nThe event will include an intermission\, refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/raga-boyz-sufi-rock-concert/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:Bridging The Divide: Making & Mending
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a moderated community conversation exploring how artists of South Asia and the diaspora navigate careers at the intersection of art and disability. This event invites participants into a community-building experience that highlights the resilience of artists with disabilities working in creative fields that are often not designed with accessibility in mind. Together\, we will engage in critical reflection and discuss how humanities-based institutions can lead the way in fostering more inclusive and accessible spaces. \nThe conversation will be moderated by Anand Venkatkrishnan\, an intellectual historian of South Asian religion and author of Love in the Time of Scholarship: The Bhāgavata Purāṇa in Indian Intellectual History. \nFeatured speakers include: \nPooja Pittie\, a Chicago-based visual artist living with a progressive form of muscular dystrophy\, whose work explores the tension between a slowing body and an active\, curious mind. \nGrishma Shah\, a self-taught painter and public health professional whose experience with a physical disability inspires her art and advocacy for disability as a valued identity. \nPriya Rama\, an Ohio-based artist who channels chronic migraines into vivid\, expressive work\, encouraging creativity as a response to chronic pain and stress. \nASL interpretation and online participation options will be available. Please RSVP to receive a zoom link morning of the event. Mask-wearing is strongly encouraged in person. \nThis program is supported by a Healing IL grant from the Field Foundation and Illinois Humanities.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/bridging-the-divide-making-mending/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater,Talks and Gatherings
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SUMMARY:Carnatic Veena Recital: Saraswathi Ranganathan
DESCRIPTION:Carnatic classical music has been the common thread connecting diverse cultural communities in South India for thousands of years. The veena\, a 24-fretted lute made Veena player Saraswathi Ranganathan has been winning accolades and fans for her mastery of the instrument. Saraswathi will be accompanied by Harsha Mandayam Bharathi on mridangam\, a double-headed\, barrel-shaped drum that is the main percussion instrument of Carnatic music.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/carnatic-veena-recital-saraswathi-ranganathan/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute  1925 South Michigan Avenue Chicago\, IL 60616
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:SAI's SECOND ANNUAL FUNDRAISER
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars! Save the date! South Asia Institute is hosting its Second Annual Fundraiser on Saturday\, June 15\, 2024 ! \nThe highlight of the evening will be a live performance by Popular South Asian American artist who revolutionized Bhangra\, DJ Rekha\, along with other artists\, amazing food and drinks\, an art auction and much\, much more! \nWe are also thrilled to share that Rupee Beer will be sponsoring the SAI fundraiser event! Come enjoy this renowned beer founded by two South Asian American brothers who are taking back the narrative of India Pale Ale! \nFollow us for more details about this upcoming event!
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/sais-second-annual-fundraiser-2/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Formal and Black Tie Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240531T180000
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SUMMARY:South Asians On The Mic (Vol. 2)
DESCRIPTION:After the tremendous success of our first event\, South Asia Institute is back with the second event in our bi-monthly open series\, South Asians On The Mic\, on Friday\, May 31! \nWe are now accepting submissions for artists to participate in this event. \nPlease submit an application using the button below and support the artists who will be performing that evening by reserving your ticket today!
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/south-asians-on-the-mic-vol-2/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Gatherings
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SUMMARY:"Next To Normal"Featuring an All South Asian Cast!
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce the South Asian cast world premiere of the Pulitzer Prize & three-time Tony Award-winning musical Next to Normal! \nThrough faith\, religion\, medication\, trips to the doctor\, and family support\, Next to Normal explores how one family struggles with finding light in the darkness. \nClick the “Get Tickets” button to read more about the play\, cast\, and the 10 upcoming show dates.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/next-to-normalfeaturing-an-all-south-asian-cast/2024-05-26/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:"Next To Normal"Featuring an All South Asian Cast!
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce the South Asian cast world premiere of the Pulitzer Prize & three-time Tony Award-winning musical Next to Normal! \nThrough faith\, religion\, medication\, trips to the doctor\, and family support\, Next to Normal explores how one family struggles with finding light in the darkness. \nClick the “Get Tickets” button to read more about the play\, cast\, and the 10 upcoming show dates.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/next-to-normalfeaturing-an-all-south-asian-cast/2024-05-25/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:"Next To Normal"Featuring an All South Asian Cast!
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce the South Asian cast world premiere of the Pulitzer Prize & three-time Tony Award-winning musical Next to Normal! \nThrough faith\, religion\, medication\, trips to the doctor\, and family support\, Next to Normal explores how one family struggles with finding light in the darkness. \nClick the “Get Tickets” button to read more about the play\, cast\, and the 10 upcoming show dates.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/next-to-normalfeaturing-an-all-south-asian-cast/2024-05-24/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240524
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SUMMARY:"Next To Normal"Featuring an All South Asian Cast!
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce the South Asian cast world premiere of the Pulitzer Prize & three-time Tony Award-winning musical Next to Normal! \nThrough faith\, religion\, medication\, trips to the doctor\, and family support\, Next to Normal explores how one family struggles with finding light in the darkness. \nClick the “Get Tickets” button to read more about the play\, cast\, and the 10 upcoming show dates.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/next-to-normalfeaturing-an-all-south-asian-cast/2024-05-23/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:Ahimsa for Freedom
DESCRIPTION:“Non violence (AHIMSA) needs you to have more strength and more courage”.\nJohn J. Pershing Magnet School for the Humanities & Kalapriya Center for Indian Performing Arts invite you to AHIIMSA FOR FREEDOM – performed by middle schoolers. \nWhat happens when a ten year old child sees the monumental national struggle disrupting her home? Changing her life? Transforming her values? Ahimsa for Freedom! is a play centered around the Indian Civil Rights movement\, through the perspective of a young child witnessing history unfold before her. \n\nWritten by Gowri Ramnarayan based on the Novel by Supriya Kelkar\nPerformed by the students of John J. Pershing Elementary School\nDirected by Kasi Aysola\n\nSCHOOL GROUPS: Please reach out to Mary@Kalapriya.org to secure your group seating for the 11:30 am performance OR the 3:30 performance. Additional information for school groups can be found under the FAQ section.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/ahimsa-for-freedom-2/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:What is Seen and Unseen: Mapping South Asian American Art in Chicago
DESCRIPTION:What is Seen and Unseen: Mapping South Asian American Art in Chicago is a ground-breaking exhibition documenting this amorphous history of art production and presentation. This is the first comprehensive exhibition to map and disseminate this vital chapter of Chicago’s art history. \nThe survey comprises two parallel exhibitions: Shadows Dance Within the Archives\, an archival exhibition of over 125 years of under-documented exhibition and cultural history\, and Are Shadow Bodies Electric?\, a thematic exhibition featuring 8 contemporary artists who are creating surreal and/or unclassified shadow bodies that exist outside of time\, place and space. \nThe exhibition narrative begins with colonial-era perspectives\, including those reflected in documentation from the Indian Pavilion at the World’s Columbian Exposition and the Indian delegation at the World’s Parliament of Religions\, both held in conjunction in 1893\, in Chicago. A notable highlight of What is Seen and Unseen is the documentation from Dr. Ananda K. Coomaraswamy’s earliest known solo exhibition in 1920\, which has long been forgotten. \nFrom this point\, What is Seen and Unseen examines the growing interest in and acquisition of Asian antiquities in the United States in the 1920s-40s\, how this relates to the bigger story of Orientalism and modern art\, and why select permutations of this phenomenon were presented in Chicago’s cultural institutions. \nThe exhibition also acknowledges the influence of South Asian art\, literature\, film\, performing arts\, and spirituality on American counterculture movements from the early 1900s to the 1980s\, including the Theosophical Society\, Tagore Circle\, Beat Generation\, 1967s Summer of Love and its legacy\, and underscores how these art forms continue to mark Chicago’s cultural landscape. \nLastly\, What is Seen and Unseen maps a route through the contemporary era\, from the 1990’s to today. Chicago has a 30+ year history of contemporary exhibitions and public programs that have featured South Asian American artists\, and this section of the exhibition focuses on senior\, mid-career\, and emerging artists who have made Chicago home and are reshaping the art and life of the city. \nWhile this exhibition endeavours to offer a comprehensive portrayal of the South Asian American art experience\, critical silences\, gaps\, and fractures exist in the historical record. This project will hopefully encourage additional efforts at mapping and contextualizing these under-documented South Asian American art histories in Chicago and across the United States. \nA series of public presentations and a symposium will be held to complement this exhibition. \nThe exhibition is part of the Terra Foundation’s Art Design Chicago 2024\, a citywide collaboration that highlights Chicago’s artistic heritage and creative communities. This is the first comprehensive exhibition to map and disseminate this vital chapter of Chicago’s art history.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/what-is-seen-and-unseen-mapping-south-asian-american-art-in-chicago/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions and Gallery Events
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SUMMARY:"Next To Normal"Featuring an All South Asian Cast!
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce the South Asian cast world premiere of the Pulitzer Prize & three-time Tony Award-winning musical Next to Normal! \nThrough faith\, religion\, medication\, trips to the doctor\, and family support\, Next to Normal explores how one family struggles with finding light in the darkness. \nClick the “Get Tickets” button to read more about the play\, cast\, and the 10 upcoming show dates.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/next-to-normalfeaturing-an-all-south-asian-cast/2024-05-17/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:Kiran Ahluwalia  The Sound of Contemporary India
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, May 10 (7:30 p.m.) when we will showcase Kiran Ahluwalia and her band in their debut performance\, live at SAI. Their unique music that transcends genres and cultures\, infuses South Asian music with African desert blues and Western styles. \nEvent Details: \nTICKET PRICES: $25 Advance / $35 At Door \nWHEN: Friday\, May 10 | 7:30 p.m. / 7:00 p.m. Doors \nWHERE: 1925 South Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, Il\, 60616
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/kiran-ahluwalia-the-sound-of-contemporary-india/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute  1925 South Michigan Avenue Chicago\, IL 60616
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:The Sa of Equality
DESCRIPTION:Coming to South Asia Institute! Anand\, a student of legendary Indian classical Dhrupad vocalist Ustad F. Wasifuddin Dagar\, will present a unique program of Buddhist suttas in a bouquet of ragas\, and demonstrate how they speak to Kabir and Babasaheb Ambedkar in establishing the norm\, or Sa\, of equality. The concert will be followed by a short Q&A with the artist\, Anand and Pranathi Diwakar. \nAnand is a student of Dhrupad with Ustad F. Wasifuddin Dagar who was trained in his youth in Carnatic music. He is better known as the publisher at Navayana. \nPresented by South Asia Institute with the support of the Northwestern Buffett Institute for Global Affairs’ Race\, Caste\, and Colorism Project.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/the-sa-of-equality/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:A Vocal Concert by Tomal Hossain accompanied by Mir Naqibul Islam
DESCRIPTION:This Vocal Concert by Tomal Hossain accompanied by Mir Naqibul Islam on tabla is an exploration of songs written and composed by Kazi Nazrul Islam that demonstrates his foothold in the genres of ragpradhaan/ragasrita gaan. Tomal Hossain is a PhD candidate in ethnomusicology at the University of Chicago. His ongoing dissertation research examines tarana song among Rohingya Muslims. Mir Naqibul Islam is a New York based tabla player from “Farukhabad” gharana. He has been trained in the traditional guru-shisya style of Indian Classical music.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/a-vocal-concert-by-tomal-hossain-accompanied-by-mir-naqibul-islam/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:Finally Fridays: SAI Socials
DESCRIPTION:The South Asia Institute is excited to announce “Finally Fridays”\, a social monthly event designed to help our patrons make new connections. We believe that art makes connections\, with a touch of music\, DJ performances\, food and drinks have the power to build communities. So come join us for our first SAI Social event and immerse yourself in the beauty of art\, storytelling\, music\, food\, and good company. \nFeaturing: \nEyekhanic Eats \nDJ Spincycle (Ammarras Records/Delhi/Madison) \nDJ Warp (SAI Executive Director/Chicago) \nRupee Beer (the country’s leading South Asian beer that is reclaiming the Indian pale ale)
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/finally-fridays-sai-socials/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions and Gallery Events,Music, Film, and Theater,Talks and Gatherings,Tour
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SUMMARY:Sitar and Tabla Concert by Pandit Partha Bose and Indranil Mallick
DESCRIPTION:Join South Asia Institute and the South Asian Classical Music Society for \nA Live Sitar and Tabla Concert at SAI on Friday\, April 19\, 2024 (7:30 p.m.) featuring internationally acclaimed sitarist Pandit Partha Bose with Indranil Mallick on tabla\, both known for their worldwide performances! \nThe extraordinarily talented duo will be performing for the first time at SAI in what will be a truly unique and unforgettable experience! \nEvent Details: \nTICKET PRICES: $25 ADVANCE/ $30 DOOR \nWHEN: Friday\, April 19\, 2024 | 7:30 p.m. Start / 7:00 p.m. Doors \nWHERE: 1925 S.MICHIGAN AVE\, CHICAGO\,IL\, 60616
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/sitar-and-tabla-concert-by-pandit-partha-bose-and-indranil-mallick/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:Art and Madness: A Storytelling Night
DESCRIPTION:Where does art come from? Who is an artist? Does the artist create the art or is it the art that makes the artist? Join us at South Asia Institute on April 13th at 7 pm as 4 of Chicago’s best storytellers answer these questions (or leave you with more!) \nHosted by Jitesh Jaggi\, this special storytelling show will have seasoned performers explore everything about art from various media- from writing foibles to painting mishaps\, from dancers breaking limbs to filmmakers cutting the scene short- there is enough madness to go around for everybody! Enjoy a fun night of funny\, emotional\, sometimes silly and other times life-altering stories surrounded by the beautiful art collection at SAI.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/art-and-madness-a-storytelling-night/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute  1925 South Michigan Avenue Chicago\, IL 60616
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240413T180000
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SUMMARY:Artist Tour With Indrani Nayer-Gall
DESCRIPTION:Dive deep into The Paglees: Between Reason and Madness\, where you will have a rare opportunity to ask a Paglee questions. \nIndrani Nayer-Gall is a member of The Paglees Collective and an interdisciplinary artist-activist. She weaves global narratives of marginalization\, patriarchy\, and misogyny through her practice in installation\, 2-D/3-D media and moving image. Read more about Indrani here. \nThis tour is included with each exhibition ticket reserved for Saturday\, April 13.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/artist-tour-with-indrani-nayer-gall/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions and Gallery Events,Talks and Gatherings
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SUMMARY:SAI Screenings: Before You Were My Mother
DESCRIPTION:South Asia Institute Presents\, \nA special screening of the Nepali documentary “Before You Were My Mother” as part of our new “SAI Screenings” series on Saturday\, April 6 (3:30 pm). \nAbout the film\nBorn and brought up in Manipur and currently living in New York\, Ibemhal (59) left her childhood home in Manipur and moved to Nepal after her marriage. Ibemhal’s whole life has been dedicated to raising her two daughters while trying to find her own identity in new places. Who is Ibemhal beyond her identity as a mother and a wife? What was her life like in Manipur? \nPrasuna (30)\, Ibemhal’s eldest daughter longs to understand the person that is her mother. Prasuna’s bond with her mother is shaped by the conflict-ridden socio-political environment in which she was raised\, patriarchal expectations of being a woman in a Nepali society and years of living apart. When Ibemhal returns to Nepal to visit Prasuna in 2020\, both of them take a trip to Manipur to visit Ibemhal’s mother\, Prasuna’s grand mother. \nThis 73 minutes deeply personal observational documentary explores the relationship between mothers and daughters and unearths layers of their childhood\, youth and past traumas. Prasuna tries to come to terms with the differences she has with her mother and seeks a way to define her own life. \nAbout the director \nPrasuna is a documentary filmmaker from Kathmandu. She works as a DocLab Coordinator at kimff and is one of the Filmmaker Mentors for the Camera Sika project run by The British Council Nepal. She was also one of the Filmmaker Fellows of One World Media’s Global Short Doc Forum 2021. Her documentary ‘Dolpa Diary’ (2019) was screened at many film festivals in and outside of Nepal. The documentary was awarded in the category of Best Adventure Film at kimff 2018 and Best Woman Filmmaker at Human Rights International Film Festival (HRIFF) 2019. Prasuna’s work broadly concerns collective memory and an in-depth account of personal experiences.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/sai-screenings-before-you-were-my-mother/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute  1925 South Michigan Avenue Chicago\, IL 60616
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SUMMARY:Materials\, Metaphors\, and Miniatures
DESCRIPTION:The exhibition ‘Materials\, Metaphors\, and Miniatures’ featuring works from the Hundal Collection delves into neo-contemporary miniature painting through the works of artists who have moved beyond the traditional format and explore contemporary themes. \nGeneral Admission includes Second Floor Exhibition. \nLIST OF ARTISTS \nBashir Ahmed | Asif Ahmed | Waseem Ahmed | Farhat Ali | Faiza Butt | Imran Channa | Alexander Gorlizki | Nusra Latif Qureshi | Imran Mudassar | Shoaib Mahmood | Fariha Nadir | Imran Qureshi | Shahzia Sikander | Amjad Ali Talpur | Saira Wasim | Muhammad Zeeshan
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/materials-metaphors-and-miniatures/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions and Gallery Events
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SUMMARY:SAI's SECOND ANNUAL FUNDRAISER
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars! Save the date! South Asia Institute is hosting its Second Annual Fundraiser on Saturday\, June 15\, 2024 ! \nThe highlight of the evening will be a live performance by Popular South Asian American artist who revolutionized Bhangra\, DJ Rekha\, along with other artists\, amazing food and drinks\, an art auction and much\, much more! \nWe are also happy to share that Rupee Beer will be sponsoring the SAI fundraiser event. Come enjoy this renowned beer founded by two South Asian American brothers who are taking back the narrative of India Pale Ale! \nFollow us for more details about this upcoming event!!
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/sais-second-annual-fundraiser/
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SUMMARY:Community Insights: Awareness and Well-Being in the South Asian Community
DESCRIPTION:In South Asian communities\, mental health issues are often swept under the rug. Because it is culturally stigmatizing to talk about one’s feelings\, some people are denied or have no access to mental health resources. \nNumerous studies have shown that South Asian immigrants experience high rates of mental health problems\, sometimes higher than their peers and the lack of access has serious consequences. \nIn an effort to break the taboo and start a healthy conversation about mental health among South Asian communities\, South Asia Institute has organized “Community Insights: Awareness and Well-Being in the South Asian Community” on Saturday\, March 2\, 2024. \nJoin us for this insightful event led by Rohit Agrawal\, PsyD of Center Focused Therapy\, where we will highlight the intersections of culture and well-being\, and also address the stigma of mental health in South Asian families. \nCommunity-based and personal resources will be provided to participants so that more members of the South Asian community can benefit. \nEvent Details: \nFREE WITH RSVP \nWHEN: Saturday\, March 2\, 2024 | 3:00 pm start / 2:30 pm doors \nWHERE: 1925 South Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, Il\, 60616
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/community-insights-awareness-and-well-being-in-the-south-asian-community/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Talks and Gatherings
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240210T170000
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SUMMARY:SAI Screenings: 'Indus Blues' (2019) by Jawad Sharif
DESCRIPTION:South Asian filmmakers like Satyajit Ray\, Deepa Mehta\, Mrinal Sen\, Mira Nair\, and Ritwik Ghatak have made significant contributions to the development of cinema using the medium to tell authentic stories of South Asian communities and their relationship to various socio-political issues. However\, their contributions have always been overshadowed by the media hype surrounding Bollywood films. \nTo showcase the diversity of South Asian films\, South Asia Institute is launching “SAI Screening”\, a bi-monthly film screening series highlighting feature films and documentaries by South Asian filmmakers whose talents transcend cultures and boundaries. Their films are not only unique but also reflect different facets of South Asian culture and society. \nFor our first event\, we are screening “Indus Blues” (2019)\, an award-winning documentary directed and produced by Jawad Sharif. The film explores the dying folk and classical musical culture of Pakistan and the challenges faced by the musicians to sustain the craft. \nJoin us for the screening of this thought-provoking film\, followed by a discussion with the director. \nEvent Details \nTicket Price: $5 \nDate: Saturday\, February 10\, 2023 \nTime: 3:30 pm \nVenue: 1925 South Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL (South Asia Institute) \nAbout the film \nShot in over 15 locations across Pakistan\, Indus Blues is a musical feature documentary highlighting the plight of the folk musicians and craftsmen of Pakistan and the state of their dying art. \nThe diverse cultures around Indus\, with over 70 spoken languages\, have deep roots going back centuries. Despite the richness of the various cultures flourishing along the mighty Indus river\, their sounds have faded to the background in a world dominated by modern musical instruments. Filmmaker Jawad Sharif takes us on a journey spanning a thousand miles from the Karakoram Mountains to the southern coastline\, capturing the little-known ethnic\, linguistic\, and musical diversity and humanism of the cultures of the Indus. \nAbout the filmmaker \nJawad Sharif is an award-winning filmmaker and National Geographic Explorer based in Pakistan. Exploring the themes of social change and human rights\, his projects focus on reviving the suppressed cultural and indigenous identities of Pakistan. In the past 15 years\, Jawad has pushed the boundaries of visual storytelling by documenting stories about the rights of folk musicians\, high-altitude porters\, climate migrants\, and marginalized communities.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/sai-screenings-indus-blues-2019-by-jawad-sharif/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:American Desi Family: A Comical Urdu/Hindi Play (Late Show)
DESCRIPTION:South Asia Institute and Thespianz Foundation Present “American Desi Family”\, A Comical All Urdu/Hindi Play \nSecond Show Added due to High Demand! \nAbout the Play\nAmerican Desi Family is a satirical comedy about a South Asian family that migrated to the United States. Wajeh is dissatisfied with his wife\, Naima\, while their family friend Aashiq\, who is a bandmaster\, always looks for local Desi marriages to perform. Noreen\, a character who enjoys playing games\, frequently makes false promises to Aashiq regarding marriage. \nDate: Saturday\, January 27\, 2024\nTime: 7:00 PM sharp\nVenue: South Asia Institute\,\n1925 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago IL 60616 \nTickets price\nStudent Ticket: $15 per person \nRegular Ticket: $25 per person \nVIP Ticket: $50 per person \nVIP Ticket guarantees first two rows seating. \n*Students need to show ID at check-in. \nPlay credits: \nDirected by: Faisal Malik \nAssociate Director: Sheikh Sameer Nadeem \nPlaywright: Injila Hamesh
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/american-desi-family-a-comical-urdu-hindi-play-late-show/2024-01-27/2/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:American Desi Family: A Comical Urdu/Hindi Play (Late Show)
DESCRIPTION:South Asia Institute and Thespianz Foundation Present “American Desi Family”\, A Comical All Urdu/Hindi Play \nSecond Show Added due to High Demand! \nAbout the Play\nAmerican Desi Family is a satirical comedy about a South Asian family that migrated to the United States. Wajeh is dissatisfied with his wife\, Naima\, while their family friend Aashiq\, who is a bandmaster\, always looks for local Desi marriages to perform. Noreen\, a character who enjoys playing games\, frequently makes false promises to Aashiq regarding marriage. \nDate: Saturday\, January 27\, 2024\nTime: 7:00 PM sharp\nVenue: South Asia Institute\,\n1925 S Michigan Ave\, Chicago IL 60616 \nTickets price\nStudent Ticket: $15 per person \nRegular Ticket: $25 per person \nVIP Ticket: $50 per person \nVIP Ticket guarantees first two rows seating. \n*Students need to show ID at check-in. \nPlay credits: \nDirected by: Faisal Malik \nAssociate Director: Sheikh Sameer Nadeem \nPlaywright: Injila Hamesh
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/american-desi-family-a-comical-urdu-hindi-play-late-show/2024-01-27/1/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music, Film, and Theater
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SUMMARY:The Paglees: Between Reason and Madness
DESCRIPTION:South Asia Institute is pleased to announce its new exhibition\, “The Paglees: Between Reason and Madness\,” in collaboration with the Paglees. \nThe Paglees is a feminist collective of artists of South Asian origin living across the United States. Paglee or pagli means crazy woman in a number of South Asian languages. The Paglees are: Fawzia Khan\, Indrani Nayar-Gall\, Monica Jahan Bose\, Nirmal Raja\, Pallavi Sharma\, Renluka Maharaj\, and Shelly Bahl. \nIn their debut exhibition\, The Paglees investigate – with fierceness\, beauty\, and wit – the impact on women of generations of patriarchy\, religion\, white supremacy\, colonialism\, violence\, capitalism\, and environmental plunder. \nThe title of the exhibition derives from Rosa Parks’ words: “There is just so much hurt\, disappointment and oppression one can take. The bubble of life grows larger. The line between reason and madness grows thinner.” (Rosa Parks: Writings\, Notes and Statements\,1956-58). \nFeaturing mixed-media works on paper\, fabric\, and canvas\, sculpture\, performance\, photography\, installation\, and moving image\, The Paglees: Between Reason and Madness\, questions and reframes the labeling of non-conforming women as crazy and the marginalization of immigrant women of color. This collective exhibition presents new decolonial narratives that center the reason and wisdom of brown women of the Global South and diaspora\, and provide pathways to a creative feminist future. The Paglees believe in working in collaboration with other marginalized communities to build bridges and demand social\, environmental\, and legal justice for all. \nTHE PAGLEES\nFawzia Khan | Indrani Nayar-Gall | Monica Jahan Bose | Nirmal Raja | Pallavi Sharma | Renluka Maharaj | Shelly Bahl
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/the-paglees-between-reason-and-madness/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions and Gallery Events
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SUMMARY:Shades of Blue: Final Edition
DESCRIPTION:An all building open house program in conjunction with the South Asia Institute’s “Indigo: The Blue Gold” exhibition\, themed around the history associated with the indigo plant and dye.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/shades-of-blue-final-edition/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231023T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231023T150000
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SUMMARY:Curator Tour with Laura Kina- Indigo: The Blue Gold
DESCRIPTION:Curator of Shelly Jyoti’s Indigo: The Blue Gold and Vincent de Paul Professor\, Laura Kina gives a personal tour of the exhibition.
URL:https://www.chicagoculturalalliance.org/event/curator-tour-with-laura-kina-indigo-the-blue-gold/
LOCATION:South Asia Institute\, 1925 South Michigan Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60616\, United States
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