Cultural Arts Showcase: Japanese Magical Journey 1/19/23

1/3/2023 9:15 am

Every year, MPE students experience 3 to 5 cultural arts shows. During the pandemic, these shows were cancelled or replaced by a virtual program from Bright Star Theatre.

We are excited to once again showcase artists in person during the 2022-2023 year and bring our second show at MPE for the year. On Thursday, January 19, 2023 -all our students will get to experience  the "Japanese Magical Journey".

Combining traditional Japanese theatre, lion dance, music, origami, magic, and storytelling, Yasu will guide audiences to the enchanting land of Japan. He will share excerpts from a Japanese traditional folktale with origami, a Japanese traditional vaudeville act with the playing of a traditional flute, and a Japanese lion dance. Yasu’s programs include stories that he performs with lots of audience interaction and participation. This program connects with the Common Core State and North Carolina Essential Standards.

Use this link to view a video excerpt from this program: https://youtu.be/0ZZtrjHKNxg

. For more information on the artist, please visit https://www.yasutheatre.com/

Learn more about the MPE Cultural Arts Performances here.