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AATC Fundraiser Brings Out Major Talent

Photos by M.S. Deshmukh

San Francisco’s Asian American Theater Company (AATC) organized a last-minute fundraiser but managed to pull out a star-studded cast of performers. Held at the Bohemia Lounge, the event featured poet Dennis Kim, vocalist Golda Sargento, performer Suz Takeda, beatboxer Elaine Chao and others. One AATC board member told AsianWeek that recent changes in the company have them focusing on newer, younger work. With the alcohol flowing and the rain pouring outside, a fun night was had by all.

— Neela Banerjee

1. Elaine Chao destroys the mic with her beatboxing skills.

2. Golda Sargento (left), Dennis Kim and baby Micah show the crowd what true creativity is.

3. Dennis Kim, aka Denizen Kane, speaks his soul through poetry.

4. - 5. Suz Takeda performs a few characters from her one-woman show, including a karaoke star and a girl samurai.

6. 18 Mighty Mountain Warrior Michael Hornbuckle takes on the role of the harried MC for the event.

7. AATC Boardmember Jane Kim welcomes the crowd to the impromptu fundraiser.