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Going Against The Grain: Derek Nguyen
Derek Nguyen was a 2004 fellow at the Sundance Institute’s Screenwriters Lab for the screenplay adaptation of his play, Monster (East West Players, Pas Asian Repertory Theatre, Public Theatre New Work Now, Edgar Allen Poe nomination) and a 2004 Screenwriting Fellow at the New York Foundation for the Arts. His short film, The Potential Wives of [...]
Dine for a Cause at Participating Panda Express Locations – Oct. 29
It’s time again! One of our favorite fundraisers is back! Now’s your chance to grub on some delicious Chinese cuisine, while giving back to a worthy cause. On October 29th, 2011, dine at any of these 7 Panda Express locations to help raise money for international orphanages. Please remember to print this flyer and present [...]
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Going Against The Grain: Matt Lopez
Matt Lopez was born and raised in Manchester, New Hampshire. He first started dancing at the age of 10, performing for a Filipino dance troupe in New Hampshire. He attended Northeastern University majoring in Theatre. Matt later transferred to the University of Central Florida where he danced at Walt Disney World. Matt had the opportunity [...]
Emerging Asian American Designers to Showcase at 2011 Fashion for a Passion
Proceeds from charity fashion show to benefit international orphanages DALLAS, TX – Dallas nonprofit ATG Against The Grain Productions prepares to present its 3rd Annual Fashion for a Passion, a charity event which showcases collections from emerging Asian American designers. This year’s roster of talent includes Texas’ Next Top Designer finalist Ann Hoang for Ann [...]
Going Against The Grain: Model Minority
Model Minority is a rap group made up of D-One, Grand Master Chu, and Inglish, three veteran Asian American emcees who banded together to create a group to represent the lifestyles of young modern Asian Americans of the ’80′s, ’90′s, and ’00′s. Covering topics like academic pressure from parents (“Overachiever”) to Asian food (“Asian Food [...]
Diverse Talents Unite for 2011 Fashion for a Passion
Proceeds from charity fashion show to benefit international orphanages DALLAS, TX – Dallas-based nonprofit ATG Against The Grain Productions will host its 3rd Annual Fashion for a Passion (FFAP) charity event, with the purpose to raise funds for international orphanages, ATG’s community outreach programs and Artistic Scholarship fund. The event takes places from 6:30 pm [...]
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Stay Cool for a Cause! Pinkberry Fundraiser – Aug. 20th
Having trouble staying cool in this triple-digit weather? We have a way to help. Stop by Pinkberry in uptown on Saturday, August 20th to cool off with some delicious frozen yogurt, topped with as much fresh fruit you can fit in your cup! Choose from several different flavors and toppings! And wait… the best part [...]
Dine for a Cause at Participating Panda Express Locations – Aug. 27th
On August 27, 2011, dine at any of these 12 Panda Express locations to help raise money for international orphanages. Please remember to print this flyer and present it to your server, and Panda Express will donate 20% of your check to Against The Grain Productions. Offer is valid from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. [...]
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Going Against The Grain: Kelly Zen-Yie Tsai
KELLY ZEN-YIE TSAI is a spoken word poet who has performed at over 450 venues worldwide including three seasons on “Russell Simmons Presents HBO Def Poetry.” Winner of an Asian American Arts Alliance/NYFA Urban Artist Initiative Award & Asian Women Giving Circle Grant, she was profiled on Idealist in NYC’s Top 40 New Yorkers Who [...]
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Going Against The Grain: Bernadette “Dette” Buentipo