Spectrum Hawaii; Susan Hansen, Chinese Puppets, Ukulele : Ramsay, Chinatown, East West Center 25th gala
Description:
In the first segment, artist, Ramsay talks about her pen and ink drawing style, her creative process, and showcases some of her art. The second segment talks the history of sugar production in Hawaii, focusing on the town of Kaloa. The third segment captures the 25th celebration of the East-West center where they talk about their programs and segment ends with four performances Indonesian martial arts, Cirebon Masked dance, classical north Indian drumming, and American bluegrass. In episode 313, watercolor artist, Susan McGovney Hansen talks about her creative process, paints a picture, and displays her artwork. Then the Hsiao Hsi Yuan Puppet Troupe from Taiwan performs a puppet show for the East-West Center. There is an interlude in the Kauai Cane fields. The final segment discusses the history of the ukulele in Hawaii. Leslie Nunes shows his collection of ukeleles, Harry Soria, Jr. talks about the ukuleles rise to popularity through the recording industry. This item is part of the Pacific Islanders section of the AAPI special collection.
