「人の力」”Hito no Chikara” — The Power of Human Strength Technology is a tool,It is humans who wield it. With the advancement of technology,An era where technology possesses intelligence, Will humans become tools used by technology?What will become of human existence? In this age where humans are alive,Beat the Taiko drum. Made of a huge wooden […]
YAMATO channels ‘the very pulse of life’ into ancient art of Japanese drumming
–As seen in Asheville Citizen Times / Asheville Scene, Feb. 7, 2025 To Masa Ogawa, the ancient art of Japanese taiko drumming is more than just music — it’s a representation of humanity’s power, strength and creativity. “The drumbeat, like the heartbeat, is the very pulse of life and the epitome of the Japanese spirit,” […]
Chanticleer program for Jan. 31
The playbill program for Chanticleer, performing Friday, January 31 at 8 p.m. in Diana Wortham Theatre at the Wortham Center.
VIDEO: 人の力 “Hito no Chikara” — The Power of Human Strength
An unimaginable amount of energy. A 400-years-old instrument. Heart-thumping rhythms and explosive beats. YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan delivers a thrilling, high-energy ride through centuries of Japanese tradition with a dizzying display of more than 40 Taiko drums. The power of human strength, tenacity and sheer endurance lie at the heart of this new program, […]
The Comedy Zone program for Jan. 24 & 25
The playbill program for The Comedy Zone with headliner Greg Morton and opener Kenny Mock, Friday & Saturday, Jan. 24 & 25 at 8 p.m. in Tina McGuire Theatre at the Wortham Center.
Rennie Harris Puremovement program for Jan. 17 & 18
The playbill program for Rennie Harris Puremovement, performing Friday & Saturday, Jan. 17 & 18 at 8 p.m. in Diana Wortham Theatre at the Wortham Center.
