Council of Asian Pacific Americans (CAPA)

Casting Call for the 2010 Splendor of East - Myths & Legends Production

On behalf of CAPA and the SOE Production, you are invited to a CASTING CALL for the 2010 Splendor of East -Myths & Legends Production on May 7, 2010 at the Ford Peforming Arts Center in Dearborn, MI.  For those of you who are unable to attend, please submit a video teaser prior to January 10, 2010 for final selection.  ASIAN & NON-ASIAN DANCE GROUPS, SOLOIST, SINGERS, CHORAL GROUPS, BANDS, INSTRUMENT PLAYERS COME & SEE YOUR FELLOW LOCAL TALENTS PERFORM THEIR BEST! (Check it out even if you are undecided to cast but would like to perform)  EXPERIENCE THE ASIAN/PACIFIC CULTURAL ENIGMA - THERE IS NO COST AND IT IS OPEN TO ALL INTERESTED PERFORMERS (ASIAN OR NON-ASIAN) IN MICHIGAN. CASTING CALL INFORMATION - Please follow detail information below... NEW UPDATE:  PLEASE R.S.V.P. to troycapa@yahoo.com DATE:  JANUARY 10, 2010, Sunday CHECK-IN TIME:   1pm Presentation Revue starts at 1:20pm, Please be in costumes and ready to perform by 1:20PM 2-3PM Choreographer(s) meeting with Production LOCATION:  Chinese Center 32585 Concord Drive Madison Heights, MI 48071   Requirement: 1)  Prepare a One-Minute Presentation (preferrably the                 myth/legend theme selected) 2)   Group information & profile 3)   BRING a Description of your presentation and include a full description outlining your presentation according to the theme myths & legends.  Note to Choreographers: (Final) Performing groups will be required to include choreographies on the following:  INTRODUCTION of myth/legend theatrical movements only (no music) for the voice-over narration in less than 30 seconds, groups must have ENTRANCE (on stage) & EXITS (off stage) allow at least 30 seconds.  Dance Form/Choreo Preference:  Contemporary but not limited to with the cultural flare.  All presentation (dance, sing, instrumental, etc.) must have Emphasis on technical form, stage presence, show value & appearance. Entire production will be fluid transitions between choreo & no black outs or no waiting for the next performer.  Everyone must be prepared on que.  Quick Costumes changes & props setup must be factored into each of your presentation.  MUSIC - must be submitted in a CD with your group name by the first group rehearsal. Be prepared to learn new choreography for the Grand Finale each scheduled production rehearsal date(s). Core Requirements: 1)  Actual Presentation length must be 3-4 minutes long 2)  Must meet the SOE 2010 theme (MYTHS & LEGENDS) 3)  Meet the ALL Rehearsals required by the Art                           Director & Production Committee 4)  Presentation must be to highest quality, unique & different   from prior SOE performances SAVE THE DATE(s) Production Scheduled Rehearsals:  SUNDAY Chinese Center February 7, 2010  1:00-4:00 pm February 21, 2010  1:00-4:00 pm March 7, 2010  1:00-4:00 pm March 21, 2010  1:00-4:00 pm April 4, 2010  1:00-4:00 pm April 18, 2010  1:00-4:00 pm April 25, 2010  1:00-4:00 pm PLEASE NOTE: Your participation in this event (SOE) is voluntary. Although there is no  monetary compensation, we offer you or your group the chance to recognize, appreciate, and share the diverse cultural heritage of Asian Pacific Americans and to showcase your  talents. 2009 CAPA Production Rehearsals:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDUyOryLVZs&feature=related TRAILER OF 2009 SOE Production (released by 09 Art Director): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCgyQIzkLWE Thank you, Toni Martinez Production Committee 2010

Shanghai World Expo 2010

USA Pavilion and USC U.S.-China Institute Student Ambassadors Internship Program

The USA Pavilion at Shanghai Expo 2010 will present a dynamic, emotional story that radiates powerful core values shared by both the Chinese and American people – sustainability, teamwork, health and the fundamental belief that America is a place of opportunity where those who seek to change the world for the better will always thrive and prosper. The theme of the Shanghai Expo 2010 is “ Better City , Better Life.”
College undergraduate and graduate students have the opportunity to be a part of this unique experience through the Student Ambassadors Internship Program, a partnership between the USA Pavilion and the University of Southern California ’s U.S.-China Institute. This program recruits and trains volunteer students to serve as guides and national representatives for the United States at the 2010 World Expo in Shanghai .
 
The program provides students with:

• The opportunity to represent the U.S. and their states to the millions of people from all around the world that will visit the Shanghai Expo.  
• A unique educational experience as organizations and businesses showcase their research and technological innovations that have contributed to a “better city, better life.”
• Valuable experience living and working in China and in an international setting to prepare students for future involvement on the global stage of international relations and business.  

The internship program is unpaid. However, the USA Pavilion will cover:

• Roundtrip airfare to Shanghai
• Housing  
• Stipend to cover meals and local transportation to and from the Expo site
   

Program Dates and Times:

• The World Expo will run from May 1 through October 31, 2010. Students will serve as guides for a period of 3 months, with an additional 2 weeks of training prior to starting the assignment. Students can apply for one or both periods but can only be selected for one period. The two periods are:
  • April 15 – July 31
  • July 16 – October 31
  • Official Expo hours are 9:30am – 10:30pm. Guides will be on a 4 days on/3 off work schedule (subject to change).
   
  Program Requirements:  
  • U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
  • Current college undergraduate or graduate student
  • Ability to speak Chinese fluently
  • Minimum grade point average of 3.0; students from all majors should be encouraged to apply
  • Experience in public relations, well developed interpersonal skills, and a positive outlook on social and cultural diversity
  
  To apply:
  To apply, visit the “Announcements” section of our website, http://china.usc.edu, and click on the internship program link to view program details and to complete the online application. The application will not be considered unless all minimum requirements are met and all attachments are provided. Those attachments are:
  • Statement of purpose that describes why you would like to be an ambassador and why you are qualified to represent the U.S. in Shanghai (500 words)
  • Current resume
  • Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation – to be uploaded and provided by the recommender – that will attest to the applicant’s language ability as well as the applicant’s appropriateness for the program
    
    
    The deadline to apply is October 30, 2009
     
    For more information, contact the USC U.S.-China Institute at:
    
    USC U.S.-China Institute
    3535 S. Figueroa St., FIG 202
    Los Angeles, CA 90089-1262
    expo2010@usc.edu
    213-821-4382
    china.usc.edu

2009 ACA V.I.P. Youth Cultural Summer Camp

Please check on the ACA website for 2009 ACA Youth Cultural Summer Camp
information.  http://acadetroit.org/main.php?p=home