Here We Roots

Here We Root is an original outdoor contemporary dance inspired by Asian immigrants' stories, focusing on the Chinese diaspora in Flushing, New York. It invites audiences to experience, reflect on, and celebrate Asian immigrant identities and experiences. The piece combines movements with text, theatre, and an original score to bring the audience a unique performing arts experience within the beautiful setting in the garden.

World Premiere 4:00pm & 5:30pm, Oct 8th, 2022 (Due to forecast of rain, original 10/1 performance is updated to 10/8)

Venue: Queens Botanical Garden 43-50 Main St, Flushing, NY 11355
Free with garden admission(Walk-ins are also welcome)

Choreography & Producer: Jiemin Yang in collaboration with performers

Performers: Mayu Yamashita Maya Lam Shan Y. Chuang Tsubasa Nishioka Kathy Chen Eric Hang Yu Liu

Composer and musician: James Acampora

Erhu music: Danting Qiao Costume: Emily Hsieh

Voice Over: Chun Cho

Dramaturge Consultant: Dennis Yueh-Yeh Li

VO sound engineer: Niko Vaude | Vaudeville Muisc Studios

Videographer: Grant Hao-Wei Lin

Rehearsal venue: Topaz Arts

This project is made possible (in part) by the Queens Council on the Arts with public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.The performance is hosted by Queens Botanical Garden

Premiered in October 2022 at Queens Botanical Garden

Photo: Naoto “Jerry” Sawaki