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Alan Chow Brings Chinese Artists Dreams To Become Reality in America By Performing Chinese Opera On Lincoln Center & Broadway, New York | |||
Alan Chow became the founding director of the Chinese-American Arts Council, a service and presenting organization and separately incorporated affiliate of the Chinese American Planning Council in 1975. Mr. Chow was born in Taiwan where he began early professional training in Chinese theater, including opera, drama, dance, acrobatics and mime. He was further schooled in acting in Hong Kong, where he appeared in eight films in both minor and leading roles. His film career included a performance as The Monkey King which became one of the ten top box office success of the year. Alan Chow also produced, directed, and starred in a 26-episode series of Chinese traditional tales for Hong Kong RTV. Upon coming to New York, he established his own dance studio, teaching Chinese theatrical movements and dance. He continued to perform both as a solo artist and with the company he established, as well making guest appearances with ensembles such as the Chiang Ching Dance Company. Among his many notable achievement as an independent artist was a program of Chinese dances in the National Christmas Pageant of Peace at the White House which he directed in 1977, productions of "Lady of White Snake" in 1979 and "Butterfly Lovers" in 1981, choreographed and co-directed for the Melodic Ensemble of the Republic of China, and a starring role in a CBS prime time production of "Return of the Phonix." In addition, Alan Chow continued his education in New York, studying drama production and dance at the New School for Social Research and receiving his MFA in Theater in 1982 from New York University.
Alan Chow's distinguished himself as a performer, director, choreographer, producer and proven to be an invaluable asset to CAAC. He brings to his work a unique combination of deep knowledge about the traditional art forms of China and the extensive experience and understanding of the practical aspects of production and presentation. In addition, Mr. Chow maintains active contacts with the artist and arts organizations of China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, making several visits overseas annually. It is these ingredients, along with his dedication to preserve and advance the Chinese traditional arts, that make it possible for CAAC bring to the public many high quality and varied presentation of Chinese opera, theater, music and dance presented each year. | |||
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Alan Chow Performing at Lincoln Center Alice Tully Hall for the Story of Red Chambles
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