Date: Saturday, November 5, 2011
Time: 7PM
Venue: NOKIA Theatre L.A. Live
777 Chick Hearn Court, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Ticket Prices: PRESALE PRICES!!
Pit - $60, Premium Orchestra - $45, Orchestra - $30, Loge/Mezzanine - $15
Purchase Tickets Here: http://www.kollaboration.org/kollaboration-11-tickets
FAQ: http://www.kollaboration.org/news/upcoming/item/114-kollaboration-11-faq

Competitors:
afterschoolspecial
Andrew Figueroa Chiang and the Blazing Rays of the Sun
Dawen
Emanon Dance Crew
Inch Chua
Monsters Calling Home
Noel Kunz
Lions Ambition (poll winner based on audience online voting)

Guest Performers:
G.NA - Kpop Singer
PK - Comedian
Clara C - Singer/Songwriter
Ensemble Memo - Opening Act
and more!!

Guest Judges:
Jin Akanishi - Top-Selling Japanese Singer, Songwriter & Actor
Ashley Choi - Head of International Business and Marketing for Blvd 34 Music Group
David Choi - Singer/Songwriter
Ryan Higa - Youtube Star
Kelly Hu - Actress

Read about our Kollaboration Summer 2010 Interns experience.

Davina Dan – Summer 2010 Intern

Long drives sitting through traffic, running through the streets of ktown putting up posters and handing out flyers in the hot summer sun, and excel sheets on top of excel sheets, adding links to every single one of our YouTube videos to spread the word about the upcoming show, as well as numerous questions from ticket buyers that all need answers in a timely manner; sounds miserable, right? Right. :P Well... that's what one would think, but I would do it all again in a heartbeat. I honestly had the time of my life this past summer doing what I love.

I had heard about Kollaboration years ago, but was never able to make it to a show because I was always working on the weekends. But this year I had finally freed myself from the shackles of my job and decided I wanted to do something that I loved, and Kollaboration was exactly that. I was able to meet tons of awesome people and had a great experience at all of our events. KA4 was especially memorable, it was my first Kollab show and the fact that it was a sold out show made it that much better because it seemed to emphasize that all of our hard work paid off. All the labels that we put on each of the flyers by hand, the time we spent planning and marketing, the numerous emails we had to answer, the tickets that we had to organize, everything was well worth it in the end.

My time as an intern at Kollaboration was definitely unforgettable; it was a fun learning experience. Not only did we prepare for the show, we had special meetings where we got to meet with people in the industry which was cool and interesting; and we did a little presentation marketing a certain pocket video camera with our own twist- this was probably the most school-like task we had, and not in a bad way, it was actually pretty fun preparing for it. I loved that I was able to get a lot of hands-on experience. We got to see all the steps in preparing for a show, even meeting with the people at the Ford Amphitheater. Then there was also the SMTown Live After Party and the Tully's Grand Opening, all of these events were different learning experiences and a lot of fun, but that doesn't mean it wasn't stressful, there were a few stressful times as well, but when is life ever stress-free?

Furthermore, the Kollaboration internship reinforced my belief that happiness is way more important than money, I wasn't making any money being an intern but I was really happy being involved, I was much happier being broke and doing what I love as opposed to making a decent amount of money but being absolutely miserable. Kollaboration has taught me a lot, and not just in relation to concerts and the Asian American community. I look forward to being involved in all the shows to come, (Christine, you won't be able to get rid of us! Connie and I will be your interns forever! :] ) even though I'm not in the country this year, I will without a doubt help out again once I get back!

Connie Luu – Summer 2010 Intern

Uplifting live music, breezing cool air, and working with an amazing group of staff members. That was the night of Kollaboration Acoustic 4. Looking back, it was truly an unforgettable summer.

I remember the first day of my internship; I had mixed feelings as to what I was getting myself into. I was going to school, working part time and taking on this internship. I really didn’t know what to expect and I was worried about how my summer would turn out. Little did I know, I learned a lot about myself, met some pretty amazing people and developed friendships throughout the experience. I was even fortunate enough to work on Tully’s Grand Opening (where I found my love for caramel frosting) and the SM Town After-party. I also found my partner in crime during the process of these events.

As a KA4 intern, I got to see how the planning, ticket tours and ticket sales all happened. At times, we would have outings and they were interesting and fun. We always had a good time taping, posting, and laughing despite the heat. Aside from the show, the interns were given a marketing project to work with. On the first day of the assignment, all of the interns were in this big conference room thinking of the concept for our project. Within 5 minutes, we were shooting out ideas and compiled them together. It was really a fun experience that all of us worked on together. Since the interns were split into 2 groups coming in the office to work on the acoustic show. We didn't have much of an opportunity to get to know the other "group." Working on the marketing project really helped us get to know each other better.

Kollaboration has really taught me to come out of my shell and not to worry about the unexpected. I’m grateful to be a part of the Kollab family and given an opportunity to be a part of the movement.

Date: Friday, June 17, 2011
Time: 8:30PM (Doors Open 6:30PM)
Venue: Ford Amphitheatre
2580 Cahuenga Blvd, East, Hollywood, CA 90068
Ticket Prices:
$20 General Admission, $30 VIP Admission (preferred seating)

VIP Incentives:
*VIP Preferred Seating
*Meet & Greet opportunity with Priscilla Ahn **

**VIP Meet & Greet with Priscilla Ahn will approximately start at 6:30PM inside the Ford Amphitheatre.

Early Buyer Incentive:
$15 General Admission, if purchased by June 10, 2011

Open Seating

Competitors:
Alexa Yoshimoto
Chrizle
Ensemble Memo
Jason Yano
Lindsey Yung
The Mood Junkies
Nessa Rica
Teesa
Tranley

Guest Performer:
Priscilla Ahn

Guest Comedian:
KT Tatara

Looking for something fun and entertaining to do for this weekend? Kollaboration is proud to present a special live performance from Kollaboration Acoustic 5 artists & Kollaboration Alums at the Atlantic Times Square in Monterey Park.

Date: Friday, June 3, 2011
Time: Performances start at 7PM
Performers:
- Tranley
- Alfa
- Mike Isberto
- Jason Arimoto
- Dawen

Date: Saturday, June 4, 2011
Time: Performances start at 5PM
Performers:
- Ensemble Memo
- Lindsey Yung
- Chrizle
- Teesa
- Oak & Gorski

This FREE show is located under the LCD Pavilion in the center of the plaza (near the Curry House). Come catch some of the best in Asian American talent. Hope to see everyone there!

Venue: Atlantic Times Square at the LCD Pavilion
500 N. Atlantic Blvd, Monterey Park, CA 91754
All Ages Welcome! Parking is free!
Website: http://atlantictimesquare.com/live-2

Kollaboration was asked by MNET to be on their show Beats Per Mnet with hosts Felicia Khong and our very own PK! It was an interesting experience because PK is the one who usually answers the questions about Kollaboration, but this time, he was the one asking the questions. It gave us a chance to reflect on how much Kollaboration has grown and what it is today. It was great to also see PK living out his dream of hosting his own show. Thank you MNET, BPM, and PK!

Meet our Kollaboration Acoustic 4 Competitors!
For more info, click here.
Purchase tickets, click here.

ALEX & JACKIE
	Alex and Jackie's initial encounter occurred at Kollaboration Acoustic in 2008. They were each other's biggest fans for the next two years before coming together to form a duet. Despite their musical differences, they have been able to harmonize through a common understanding of good humored folk music and their love for family and friends, which continues to inspire them.
JUSTIS KAO
	"Music is the one thing that transcends all racial, ethnic, cultural and language barriers. I hope that my voice and music might be able to encourage others to live a life full of dreams and passion that would inspire this generation." A native of Toronto, Canada, Justis graduated with a degree in Contemporary Writing & Production from Berklee College of Music in Boston. Trained as a classical pianist and influenced by the sounds of Gospel, Jazz and Rhythm & Blues, Justis' music has been likened to the sounds of Brian McKnight, Stevie Wonder, and Babyface. His awards include winning Best Male Singer/ Songwriter for the 2006 Los Angeles Music Awards. His album will be out later this year.
ESNA YOON
	Esna is a multi-talented LA based singer/songwriter/actress/dancer. She's been collaborating with an ever growing list of other like-minded Asian Pacific American artists throughout the West Coast, performing on sold-out stages and online. Her rich melodic voice is often accompanied by her piano or keyboard as she sings a wide range of musical genres for her growing number of viewers on her youtube account www.youtube.com/esnathesinger.
FLOWETHICS
	FlowEthics' music is often dubbed as 'feel good music' by their avid listeners. The group composed of three emcees, one vocalist, and two DJ's create a blend of hip-hop that makes audiences get nostalgic for the genre's past while introducing an original sound. FlowEthics prides themselves in their distinctive stage presence. FlowEthics has been compared to other notable artists such as: Souls of Mischief, A Tribe Called Quest, Hieroglyphics, The Roots, and Black Eyed Peas. Their music has spread to the Czech Republic, Phillippines, Australia and Canada, with albums titled "The Beginning", and "FlowEthics LP."
HIPPIE HIPPIE HOORAH
	Hippie Hippie Hoorah came together in October 2009 and consists of Stephanie Chung, Chan Cho and Joe Chang. The band name is derived from their shared understanding of making music for fun. Members Cho and Joe were introduced to each other through the Sunny Hills High School Drum Line. Stephanie performed at "Open Mic Night", an event that Joe had help curate. After their acclaimed performance at the event, they have been performing together as a band at various benefits, talent shows and private parties in Southern California.
PEONY
	Peony, aka Judy Lee, is a singer-songwriter who works mainly in her room, recording at her desk with her guitar and mic. Raised in Los Angeles, she currently attends UCLA, aspiring to be an oral hygienist by day and a passionate musician by night. She is currently working on compiling an EP for release in the near future, which is to be titled "Telltale Sleep Light." Identifying strongly with the Korean-American second generation culture, she hopes to expand the community's scope of musical tolerance to incorporate her dreamy, slightly obscure style of lyrical expression and sound. For more music and videos, check out her YouTube channel, "ThePeonyProject."
DAWEN
	Dawen blends R&B, funk and jazz with his sensual vibe with what MTV Iggy calls "a soulfully eclectic style". He has recently performed for Macy Gray on her web show. With the release of his debut album 'American Me', Dawen has been on tour throughout the US and Asia. His music runs the gamut, from the Asian American experience to universal themes such as love, loss, and redemption. Dawen's smooth baritone and provocative performances continues to impress audiences everywhere.
LILY BEE
	Hailing from Orange County, California, Lily Bee (Lilian Bui), Lily Bee has been playing piano and making music since she was five years old. At age fourteen, she started to play guitar, and not long after learning the chords of Louis, Louis she began to write her own songs. Since then, she has added the ukulele, violin, drums, kazoo and some mean egg shakers to her instrumental repertoire. Lily Bees musical style reflects her lighthearted nature while carrying the weight of broad life experiences which include writing and directing a musical.
SORAH YANG & BRIAN FANG
	Sorah Yang is a singer, dance teacher, choreographer, songwriter, and musician from Fremont, CA. After her audition for American Idol, where she received encouraging praise and feedback from several show producers, she’s been motivated to overcome her tremendous stage fright that used to prevent her from singing even in the shower. She is currently a sophomore at USC majoring in Business Administration. Brian Fang, an innovative solo artist, combines a vast variety of musical styles to create a sound that is uniquely his own. Brian has released his debut EP entitled "The EP" in 2008. His various experiences include being voted as a finalist for Star 98.7 fm's Rockstar III contest, appearing at the historic Whisky A Go Go, and performing at many other venues in the Los Angeles and Orange County area. Brian recently released his newest EP entitled "Sleepless Nights". Currently a local musician in the Southern California region, Brian hopes to expand his exposure to a national level.
MISSCAROLINEXOXO
	MissCarolinexoxo has had a strong interest in music since the age of four. When college came around in 2006, Missxoxo and her cousin Lexoxo put themselves on the world stage by broadcasting their covers on YouTube, where they quickly gained popularity. In 2010, Nixoxo joined the group. With Missxoxo on vocals and Lexoxo and Nixoxo on strings, the three formed Team XOXO. They currently have more than 37,000 subscribers on youtube and their album will be released later this summer.
JOHNNY LE & IRIS LEONARDO
	Johnny Le is a Vietnamese American singer/songwriter from Georgia. He wrote his first song in the fifth grade about a girl who kept rejecting him. He still performs that song at shows to this day. His love for music and creativity has several outlets for he is also a Bboy and DJ by the name Blaze. Iris Sara Leonardo is a twenty-year old Filipino-American singer. Born in the Philippines and raised in Los Angeles, she has been classically trained as a pianist for twelve years. As a seventh grader, she taught herself to play the guitar and has been a part of two high school bands. During high school, she participated in a Filipino beauty pageant, where she sang and played guitar for the talent portion. Placing third in the contest has inspired her continue pursuing her dreams in music.