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Frequently Asked Questions
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DATE and TIME/MISSION
and PURPOSE
When is the concert and approximately how long will it run?
The 8th JustStories Concert will take place on Friday, April 16, 2010 at Maria High School. (This performance is by invitation only) and Saturday, April 17, 2010 for the general public. There are two performances open to the general public on April 17th:
- 1 – 2:30 pm in Chinatown at St. Therese Chinese Catholic School 247 West 23rd Street, Chicago
- 7:30-9:30 pm in Evanston at the SPACE 1245 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL (the same entrance as The Union Pizzeria)
What is the concert about?
The JustStories Storytelling Concerts are devoted to strengthening and honoring the human family. We will share stories of ethnic identity, immigration, race relations and the power of enduring stories and music to cross cultures and generations.
Our goal is to promote understanding and cooperation between people of diverse cultures and to celebrate our differences and commonalities. The concert is dedicated to hearing and seeing one another. When we see and hear each other, we can value each other. When we know someone else’s stories, it’s easier to accept, appreciate and understand them. This concert of stories will be energizing, empowering, thought provoking and, most of all, entertaining.
Who are the co-presenters?
This program is presented by Angels Studio, a communications ministry of the Society of the Divine Word, Techny, IL, and O’Halloran Communications with The Chinese Museum Foundation and SPACE: Society for the Preservation of Art & Culture in Evanston. The producers are Father Derek Simons, SVD and Susan O’Halloran, storyteller.
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AUDIENCE
Who should come to the concert?
Students, Educators, Diversity Clubs, Community Service Clubs, Global Thinkers, Storytelling Fans, all lovers of story.
What age range may come to the concert?
The performances are for high school students through adult.
Why can’t I bring my children?
In talking about issues of race, immigration and so on, we may need to talk about discrimination and, sometimes, acts of violence. Your child may be fine, but having children in the audience can affect the tellers and other audience members. This concert provides a special time for adults and young adults to reflect on themes of cultural heritage and Insider and Outsider realities in the most respectful, uncensored way possible.
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TRANSPORTATION/ACCESSIBILITY
What if I’m from out of town? Where may I stay?
Check Evanston listings for several hotel options.
What airport is the concert near?
The nearest airport to the conference center is O’Hare which is approximately 30 minutes away. You would need to take a cab or rent a car from the airport. Midway Airport on the Southside of the city is approximately 60 minutes away (Non-rush hour estimates). You can check with the CTA for public transportation options from the airports. www.transitchicago.com
Is there parking?
For the afternoon Chinatown performance there is only street parking available. Come early to give yourself time to find parking. (There are a ton of great restaurants in Chinatown.)
For the evening performance in Evanston, there is on-street parking along Dempster Street and Chicago Avenue (meter parking is complimentary after 6 pm). There is a municipal garage across the street from the SPACE.
What cab companies service the area?
- North Suburban Yellow Cab Inc – 1-847-433-2000
- Norshore Cab 1-847-864-7500
- Niles Flash Cab Assn – 1-847-647-8777
- American Taxi – 1-847-673-1000
Is there an entrance for those with disabilities?
The entrance at St. Therese Chinese Catholic School in Chinatown has three steps down to the auditorium.
The performance at the SPACE in Evanston is on street level.
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COSTS
How much are tickets?
At the Chinatown performance we will take a donation for the Chinese Museum Foundation. CMF is recovering from a fire. We appreciate their co-sponsorship and we’re glad to help them in any small way with their reconstruction. (After the performance, plan to walk across the street and visit the museum. One to three floors of the museum may be renovated by then.)
At the evening performance in Evanston, the fee is $10.
How do I get my tickets?
Advance tickets are available at evanstonspace.com. Go to the bottom of the home page and click on "Buy Tickets". Find the JustStories event and click on "Buy". You will be asked if you want the tickets mailed to you or if you want to pick them up ("Will Call") the night of the event. You will be charged a slight handling fee for ordering online.
You can also buy tickets at the SPACE box office at 1245 Chicago Avenue in Evanston, IL (Dempster & Chicago). Call box office: 847-492-8860
You can, of course, buy tickets at the door.
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THE PROGRAM
Who will perform?
NANCY WANG and ROBERT KIKUCHI-YNGOJO
Nancy Wang and Robert Kikuchi-Yngojo founded Eth-Noh-Tec in 1982, Eth-Noh-Tec is a kinetic story theater company based in San Francisco, weaving [tec] together distinctive cultural elements of the East and West [eth] to create new possibilities [noh]. Eth-Noh-Tec produces and performs contemporary presentations of traditional folktales from the many countries and cultures of Asia through storytelling, theater, dance, and music.
Eth-Noh-Tec has performed at venues including at the Smithsonian; Kennedy Center, the National Storytelling Festival and at President Obama’s Inaugural Celebration. Eth-Noh-Tec has received grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, California Arts Council, San Francisco Grants for the Arts, San Francisco Arts Commission, Zellerbach Family Fund, Walter & Elise Haas Fund, and William and Flora Hewlett Foundation among others. Eth-Noh-Tec’s awards include the 2008 Circle of Excellence Award from the National Storytelling Network.
www.ethnohtec.org
REVEREND ROBERT JONES
For over 20 years Robert Jones of Detroit has been a champion of American Roots music, with a special emphasis on traditional African American music. Spirituals, blues, work songs, field hollers, country music, folk songs, gospel and original songs are all a part of fabric of American Roots Music. This is the music that gave the world jazz, R&B, bluegrass, rock and even Hip Hop. This music also communicates history and tradition that goes far beyond mere music. Robert shows us the blending of American styles that can serve as a model for what is possible – celebrating both our unique gifts and our universal triumphs.
www.revrobertjones.com
What types of stories will they tell?
This year’s concert will feature Nancy Wang premiering an original piece, Bittersweet: A Chinese American Daughter’s Legacy. Nancy was a JustStories Fellowship recipient this year and created this new story under the direction of Susan O’Halloran. Her husband and performing partner, Robert Kikuchi-Yngojo, will join us by adding a tandem, traditional Asian folk story to the mix and a little music too.
Robert Jones will blend music and stories to create a tapestry of American history and a celebration of the rich diversity that is America today. We’ll coax Robert’s wife, Sister Bernice, to share a few songs as well.
Is the program religious?
Tellers at times do share stories from their own faith traditions as well as other aspects of their and other’s cultural backgrounds. However, this concert is non-denominational.
Will there be storytelling products for sale?
Yes, the tellers will be selling their books, CDs and DVDs.
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For a look at past JustStories Concerts go to:
www.racebridges.net and click on “JustStories”. You’ll see photos, past themes and pictures from our concerts and our past Bridgebuilder Luncheons and Award ceremonies.
Any further Questions email:
juststories@racebridges.net
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