Sounds and Voice of J-Town, May 19

Cultural News, May 2007

June Kuramoto

   A talented and diverse array of artists have stepped forward to “give back” to the Japanese American Cultural and Community Center in Los Angeles in Sounds and Voice of J-Town, a special benefit fundraiser-fun event on Saturday, May 19, at 8 p.m. at Aratani/Japan America Theatre in Little Tokyo.

   The program will feature June Kuramoto of Hiroshima, two-time Grammy award-winner Daniel Ho and members of Kilauea, comedian/actress Amy Hill, Zendeko taiko group, and Alison De La Cruz. 

   Proceeds from the concert will support JACCC programs, which has provided a main stage for Asian Pacific Island performing artists for over twenty-five years.

   There will be a Meet the Artist Reception and the benefit raffle drawing immediately following the concert on the JACCC Plaza.

   Tickets are $100 for Special VIP Seating (includes premiere seating and an autographed CD), $50 for orchestra, $45 for Balcony.

   To purchase tickets call the Aratani/Japan America Theatre box office at (213) 680-3700, open 12 noon to 5pm Monday to Saturday and on Sundays only on performance days. Send email inquiries to boxoffice@jaccc.org.  

    Aratani/Japan America Theatre is located at 244 S. San Pedro Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Convenient parking is available on San Pedro Street or Second Street.