Join us for a vibrant evening of celebration, conversation, and culture as we dive into the rebellious spirit of the Vietnamese diaspora through the lens of music, art, and storytelling!

Highlights of the Night:

• Book Talk & Q&A featuring Elizabeth Ai, award-winning director, and Jezz Chung, author and multidisciplinary artist, as they explore Ai’s new book New Wave: Rebellion and Reinvention in the Vietnamese Diaspora. Discover how the post-Vietnam War generation found identity and community in the synthesized sounds of 80s New Wave music.

• Drinks & Mingling: Sip on wine from Mai Vino and spirits by Vena Spirits while mingling with fellow attendees. Don’t forget to grab a copy of New Wave to take home!

• Merch giveaways: Win free merch from our favorite merch brand WE ARE CHIMMI or buy some new goodies for yourself at their table!

About the Book:

New Wave tells the untold story of Vietnamese youth in the West who embraced 80s synth-pop, blending rebellion, reinvention, and resilience. Featuring rare archival photos and essays by prominent Vietnamese voices, this is a celebration of a powerful cultural movement. Books for purchase here and will be available at for sale at the event.

🗓️ Date & Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Location: Welcome to Chinatown Small Business Innovation Hub (115 Bowery St, NY NY, 10002)

Come ready to be inspired, energized, and immersed in a night that blends the past and present through music, stories, and a shared love for the power of culture and community.

This event is hosted by AZN AMERICANA a nonprofit collective for Asian women & femmes and Welcome to Chinatown, grassroots nonprofit supporting NYC Chinatown businesses. Please consider donating with your RSVP to support more free and accessible community programming like this!