Educational workshops
We are proud to offer 2 educational workshops that span Hip-Hop history, intersectionality, solidarity, and more!
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Yvonne Huatin Chow, Founder & Artistic Director of House of Chow is a nationally renowned Asian American, Hip-Hop Dance arts leader and educator. They have lectured at colleges like NYU Gallatin, Old SUNY Westbury, and Hunter College along with arts organizations like Asian American Arts Alliance and Lincoln Center. Yvonne has been sought out internationally to speak at global platforms like the United Nations, Francisco Marroquín University in Guatemala, and MJC du Chemin Vert / Le Sillon in France. Their engaging speeches and moving writing have been featured on The Dance Enthusiast, Asian & Loud’s book, “70 Journeys: Healing in the Asian Community,” and Angry Asian Womxn Zine! Now, Yvonne is excited to share their expertise through the following workshops!
Cultural Movements through the Arts
Documentary Screening & Talkback by House of Chow & nouveaumotion
Run Time: 60 min
Breakdown: 10 min (introduction) + 10 min (screening) + 20 min (talkback) + 20 min (Q&A)
Tech Needs: TV or projector + screen, sound system + mics (depending on size of audience/room)
For: Anyone interested in learning about building cultural movements through art.
Featured At: House of Chow’s 2023 #UnapologeticallyAsian Gala, NYU Gallatin’s 9th Annual Say It Loud! Black History Month 2025 Event
Workshop Description
Cultural Movements through the Arts is a 60-min workshop that encompasses a film screening, talkback, and Q&A. It begins with a body grounding and a brief introduction to House of Chow and the #UnapologeticallyAsian Movement. After the film screening, speakers Yvonne Huatin Chow | 周化炜 of House of Chow (Creative Producer) and Anya Kuzmina of nouveau motion (Director) will share the behind the scenes process of creating and refining this documentary. They will reveal their journey of working together as best friends and collaborators for over 15 years, sharing how they navigated cultural sensitivity throughout the creative process. Finally, the floor will open for audience members to ask questions and/or share their thoughts and feelings. Attendees should leave with more insight on the experiences of Asians in Hip-Hop Dance and an example of how to build a cultural movement through the arts.
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This documentary follows Choreographer Yvonne Huatin Chow | 周化炜, creator of the #UnaplogeticallyAsian movement. Through intimate behind-the-scenes footage, emotional interviews, and electrifying performances, viewers are taken through the creation of a Hip-Hop dance theater piece also entitled #UnapologeticallyAsian. As the movement gains momentum amidst a surge in anti-Asian violence, the documentary explores how this artistic revolution empowers individuals to reclaim their cultural narratives as an act of grieving, healing, and liberation. Through Yvonne's commitment, #UnapologeticallyAsian captures a pivotal moment in history — where dance catalyzes powerful dialogue and critical transformation.
Documentary Credits:
Director: Anya Kuzmina of nouveaumotion
Creative Producer: Yvonne Huatin Chow | 周化炜 of House of Chow
Key Cast: Aliyah Ali, Brenda Lin, Candy Tong, Neha Sharma, Shayna Malhotra, Sun Kim, Yvonne Huatin Chow
Hip-Hop, Solidarity, & Intersectionality
Multimedia Lecture + Q&A by House of Chow
Run Time: 60 min
Breakdown: 40 min (lecture) + 20 min (Q&A)
Tech Needs: TV or projector + screen, sound system + wireless mic
For: Anyone interested in learning about Hip-Hop, culture, and the arts from an anthropological and social justice lens.
Featured At: JuXtapose 2019, Asian American Arts Alliance, Old SUNY Westbury
Workshop Description
Hip-Hop, Solidarity, & Intersectionality is a 40 min lecture + 20 min Q&A that offers a historical overview of Hip-Hop Dance from both an anthropological and personal perspective. Through archival video and photo references, Yvonne will share the history of notable pioneers/crews from the West Coast’s BRS dances (Boogaloo Robotting Strutting) and Locking, all the way to East Coast’s infamous art form of Breaking, and its predecessor, Rocking.
From the perspective of being both an AAPI advocate and guest in Hip-Hop culture, they will share specific challenges experienced, along with how they have navigated and overcome them. Drawing from personal examples, Yvonne will provide practical advice for how to unpack one’s own cultural biases, deepen their cultural understanding of self, and build solidarity with other cultures. Attendees should leave informed and inspired, motivated to share forward this knowledge with others in their community.
