Wes Looks East
Wes Veldink has inspired the dance and arts community in such a way that we will forever experience his genius. He deeply respects future generations and with recent tragedies occurring in Japan he's teamed up with his friends at CARE-WAVE to make a difference. Utilizing their creative talents by producing an evening benefit that will inform our society of what still needs our attention and raise much needed funds. As a choreographer he goes beyond its raw form of expression and transcends into compassionate vision, yet another reason why his influence will live beyond our generation.
A message from NYC FOR JPN Organizer, Wes Veldink:
CARE-WAVE founder, Mayumi Kamata has been my friend and collaborator for over two decades. In 2007, she started CARE-WAVE following a trip to New York where she was inspired by organizations like BROADWAY CARES. She quickly organized the artistic community in Tokyo and CARE-WAVE began.
CARE-WAVE is a nonprofit organization that stages socially conscious “CARE-WAVE AID” musicals to deliver true stories of the world, including hunger, poverty and conflict. CARE-WAVE is committed to nourishing global awareness in children and youth through art. Proceeds from the performances are donated to aid organizations with the aim of connecting the artists and the audience with humanitarian aid activities around the world, and to spread the wave of caring for others.
Since the earthquakes and tsunami hit Japan, CARE-WAVE has been focusing their efforts to providing relief for survivors by bringing food, water and supplies to areas affected by the recent disaster. Kesen Numa, home to a children’s theatre company who are regular participants in CARE-WAVE AID productions is currently receiving scheduled relief runs from CARE-WAVE.
We look forward to seeing you at NYC FOR JPN!
(art heals.) Wes
You are invited to attend NYC FOR JPN, an evening of art, music and movement in support of CARE-WAVE, a non-profit organization, providing on-the-ground relief to earthquake and tsunami survivors in the Miyagi region of Japan. Join us for a pre-show art exhibit and auction, live music and a special selection of solo dance works. Money raised is going to hit the ground running. It is a direct and fast way to help people now. Let’s show our friends in JPN that NYC cares!
NYC FOR JAPAN Details
Date: Tuesday, May 10th, 2011
Location: Theater 80 // 80 St. Marks Place btwn 1st & 2nd Ave
Time: 6:30pm art exhibit opens // 7:00pm show
Tickets: $20 silver // $50 gold // $100 platinum
Featuring solo dance works choreographed & performed by: Lauren Adams, Tim Anderson, Jessica Hendricks, Shelly Masenoir Hutchinson, Ida Saki, Kristin Sudeikis & Jaclyn K. Walsh
Live Music: Hazey Jane & Sarah Marzalek-Kelly
Short Films: Ayelen Liberona, Masakazu Saito & Wes Veldink
Auction Artists: Gina Beavers, Aimee G., James Kerr, Studio Marmalade & Deborah Yoon
Co-Producers: Wes Veldink & Yoshiko Nagai Produced by: Calm & Sense Creations with Tezoro Productions Production Manager: Venita McLemore
Tickets: Limited advance tickets available online, remainder will be available at the door. Facebook Event Page Youtube playlist of participating artists CARE-WAVE website
WAYS TO DONATE TO CARE-WAVE: If you are unable to attend the event, please send your support to CARE-WAVE by mailing an INTERNATIONAL MONEY ORDER / CASHIERS CHECK addressed to CARE-WAVE.
Please mail your donation to - CARE-WAVE c/o Chieko Yanagisawa Yato-Cho 2-1-24-1207 Nishi-Tokyo-City, Tokyo 188-0001 Japan
OR click here to donate now using your credit card.