Kollaboration Chicago Presents Eighth Annual Showcase

Mark your calendars! Kollaboration Chicago’s 2012 show will take place on July 7 at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie. Hosted by Julian on the Radio from B96, the eighth annual show will feature guest performances by Joseph Vincent, Arden Cho, Just Kidding Films, and TK Proposal.

The seven finalists representing the midwest will be competing for various awards including the People’s Choice Award and a grand prize of $1,000. The lineup for Kollaboration Chicago includes: Adam Choi, beatboxer; Andrew Yun, singer; Melody Chen, singer; Phonny, singers; Kapwa Modern, dancers; Tabitha Jou, singer; and Jun Sung Ahn, violinist/Chinese yoyoist.

Founded in 2000 with a single show in Los Angeles, Kollaboration is an arts and entertainment nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting positive and accurate perceptions of Asians and Pacific Islanders by providing a platform for artists to showcase their talents. Kollaboration  has since grown and produces 15 shows across 13 cities in North America, including Chicago, Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York, Toronto, and more.

Doors will open at 6PM on July 7 for general admission, and the show will start at 7PM.

Buy tickets for 2012 Kollaboration Chicago here!

For more information about Kollaboration Chicago, visit their official site!

Soompi is proud to be one of the official sponsors for the eighth annual Kollaboration Chicago. Hwaiting and good luck to all the competitors!