The Korean Cultural Center of Washington, D.C. hosts a conversation and dance demonstration with fourth-generation Korean American artist, dancer, choreographer, and celebrated Washingtonian Dana Tai Soon Burgess on November 21.
The program will explore Burgess’s personal story through his 2022 memoir, Chino: The Dance of the Butterfly, and his distinctive modern dance aesthetic, which is deeply informed by his Korean American identity. Three live dance performance excerpts will be interspersed throughout the program, highlighting both Korean and Korean American perspectives. The discussion will explore the behind-the-scenes stories of how these dance works—Leaving Pusan (2002), Becoming American (2011), and Hyphen (2008)—were completed.
Gain a deeper understanding of the joys and struggles of life as an Asian American in the U.S. and delve into the complex influences that shaped one celebrated artist’s creations.
There will be a book signing during a light snack reception at the event.