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SUMMARY:Desi Comedy Improv Festival
DESCRIPTION:Desi Comedy Improv Fest\nJoin us for an unforgettable evening of laughter\, creativity\, and storytelling at the Desi Improv Fest! This celebratory event will feature participants from the Desi Standup Workshop and Improv sessions\, sharing their comedic talents on stage. \nFor more information and to Reserve your Free Ticket\, please visit:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/desi-comedy-improv-fest-tickets-1234957855189?aff=oddtdtcreator \nWould you like to be part of Desi Comedy Improv Fest? Join the Tasveer Desi Comedy Workshop! \nDiscover your funny side and share your story with us! \nWe invite South Asians of all comedic skill levels to speak your mind\, share personal stories\, and connect through humor. No prior experience in writing or performing is needed—just your willingness to participate and have fun. \nWorkshop Dates: \n\nSaturday\, Feb 1 (in-person) 2hrs\nTuesday\, Feb 4 (online) 2hrs\nSaturday\, Feb 8 (in-person) 2hrs\nParticipants will receive separate email regarding dates\, times and locations\n\nFinal Showcase Event:\nDate: Tuesday\, Feb 11\, 2025\nTime: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM\nVenue: M5 Creative Building \nWhat Is the Desi Comedy Workshop? \nThis workshop is more than just a chance to be funny—it’s a space to share your personal stories around emotional and mental health while connecting with the South Asian community on a deeper level. Through humor\, we aim to break barriers\, create dialogue\, and foster understanding. \nInstructor: \nRohini Jayanthi: Rohini describes herself as the jungle juice liberals want – queer\, immigrant and tech worker. Her goofy and heartfelt narratives touch upon the intersections of her identity that are rarely seen in the stand up comedy space. Starting comedy during the pandemic\, she’s opened for touring comedians including Jena Friedman\, Hari Kondabolu\, Nimesh Patel and Kaneez Surka.\nRohini’s stories resonated with audiences across Washington (Bumbershoot\, Wet City Comedy Festival\, Upper Left Comedy Festival\, Emerald City Comic Con\, Geek Girl Con)\, Oregon\, Alaska\, and Omaha (Omaha Comedy Festival). Her work has gained attention from various sources\, including The Stranger’s A+P issue\, Seattle Gay News\, Indiaspora\, and NPR’s KUOW. You can also watch her perform at the pet themed comedy show\, Kitten Around. \nSaina Hussain (she/her) is an improvisor and ensemble member at Jet City Improv (JCI). Her recent credits include fully improvised 90min plays including The Emerald City Slasher\, Uncle Mike Ruins Christmas\, and Big Tech (opening night February 6th 2025!). She first began taking improv classes back in 2016 in her hometown of Austin\, TX where embracing the unknown\, finding the fun and play\, and creating meaning in the now is what made her fall in love with the art of improv. She is grateful for the opportunity to share the art form through teaching classes\, leading improv workshops around the city\, and doing camp performances for youth coping with hardships through Improv4good program. also this is the another instructor information \nWe’ll provide: \n\nA safe and supportive space\nCoaching in storytelling\, writing\, and performance\n\nHow to Apply \n\nCost: Free of charge\nDeadline to apply: January 31\, 2025\nRegister at https://forms.gle/PKcy2nRkQxpuyrLW8\nLimited spots are available\, so applying does not guarantee participation.\n\nBring your voice and humor to the stage—your story deserves to be heard! \nWe welcome individuals who are 18+ to respond to this call. If you have questions about this\, please contact caroline@tasveer.org.
URL:https://tasveer.org/event/desi-comedy-improv-festival/
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SUMMARY:F1H1B: Navigating Work\, Visa\, and Race
DESCRIPTION:F1H1B x A Film Screening and Panel \nPanel Discussion\nWhat does it mean to chase the American Dream on a visa? F1H1B dives into the complexities of immigration\, identity\, and employment in the U.S. at a time when visa policies are under intense debate. This event will feature a screening of the short film F1H1B\, followed by a discussion with industry professionals\, visa influencers\, and legal experts. Join us as we explore the realities of working in America on a visa—does it offer opportunity or create barriers? \n\nONLINE SCREENING & PANEL DISCUSSION\nWed\, Feb 26 | 6PM PST \nModerator: Vishv Gupta (Writer\, Actor)\nParticipants: Kaushik Tare (Director)\, Akshat Divatia (Panelist)\, Yudi J (Panelist)\, Pranav Nair (Panelist)
URL:https://tasveer.org/event/f1h1b-navigating-work-visa-and-race/
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