ODAIKO SONORA AND THE ROGUE THEATRE PRESENT

88: Hachi Hachi with UNIT SOUZOU

Saturday January 30, 2016
Two performances  2:30 P.M. and 7:30 P.M.

Tickets $18 in advance, $20 at the door

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“Tucsonans have the rare opportunity to see two of North America’s leading taiko (Japanese ensemble drumming) performers in the intimate space of The Rogue Theatre. 88: Hachi Hachi is an intricate weaving of taiko, dance and theatre by Portland’s UNIT SOUZOU. Internationally recognized taiko performers Michelle Fujii and Toru Watanabe create a rhythmic journey investigating lineage, personal story and the space that exists between two people.

Odaiko Sonora is proud to once again partner with The Rogue Theatre to present taiko in a theatrical setting. Odaiko Sonora’s partnership with The Rogue Theatre began when Musical Director Paul Amiel borrowed a taiko in 2012 for The Rogue’s Journey to the West. The Rogue later commissioned Odaiko Sonora to score their  2013 production of Shakespeare’s Richard III, and Odaiko Sonora then presented a concert at the theatre in October, 2013.”

“Following on our highly praised 2014 show, we are pleased to present a second edition of “Kimonos: Splendor In Cloth”. Nearly two dozen vintage and contemporary kimonos will be on display for the first time, offering visitors a new look at the traditional Japanese robe. These gorgeous garments made of embroidered silk or dye-painted cotton will give you a deep appreciation of the characteristics of the kimono and its many variations in color, fabric, and style. The exhibition opens on January 18 and runs until March 20, 2016. Entry is free with regular admission to the Gardens.”  See more at www.yumegardens.org.

 

“To mark our third anniversary, on January 16 we will feature performances of traditional Japanese music throughout the day by members of the Tucson Repertory Orchestra, as well as music performed on the koto, the 13-stringed national instrument of Japan. Admission is free for members of Yume Japanese Gardens. Admission for non-members is $13 plus regular admission to the Gardens.” More info: www.yumegardens.org.

Schedule: Akiwa Abe Brown on koto at 11 a.m., Mindi Acosta and Sierra Norris, TRO flutists at 1 and 2 p.m.

Yume Japanese Gardens opened on January 15, 2013, at 2130 N. Alvernon Way, south of the Tucson Botanical Gardens in Tucson.