Recognized by UNESCO as Khon and Lakhon Nai, Thai dances date back hundreds of years. Known as one of the few countries in Southeast Asia untouched by European powers, Thailand has upheld many traditions. Back in Toronto, intergenerational Thai families pass down centuries of dances down to their children to preserve their cultures in the diaspora.

Adapted from Park Sang-young’s novel of the same name, Love In The Big City follows Jae-hee and Heung-Soo. Their performances in this film narrate a tale of maneuvering friendship, identity and relationships.

Located in Central Vietnam, the Bạch Mã mountains reflect more than its colonial history but rather the perseverance of the Vietnamese peoples. TMU fourth-year film studies student Trâm Anh Nguyễn exhibits his first off-campus solo exhibition which captures the journey into the mountains.

Denounced as the “greatest misfortune that has befallen the Filipina” by novelist Jose Rizal, the ideals of the Maria Clara have been complicated for women in the diaspora. Filipino-Canadian fashion designers have embodied these ideals to redefine the name and what it means to be Filipino.

Translated from the Korean term ‘Saeng-Il cafe,’ the term ‘birthday cafe’ refers to fan-run events hosted for Korean pop idols. This unique fan culture has become a cultural export from South Korea right into the heart of Toronto.

Toronto and Montreal-based artist Lan Florence Yee confronts identity loss in the diaspora within North America. In an exclusive interview, Yee speaks on their upbringing, text as an art form, and a breakdown of their works “A Language Not In Denial of Longing” and “Seeking.”

Pushing the limits of design through cybercore and glitch-art works, Solwhi Park explores multidimensions through his art. He has gained a following for his distinctive artworks – including his contributions to WayV’s fourth mini-album, Phantom.

Better known for her hit single “I Love You 3000,” Stephanie Poetri sits down to talk about her single “Breakfast In Bed.” In an exclusive interview, she breaks down her production process, her move to Jakarta, and how she found her voice as a growing musician.

With a classically trained violinist, metal band drummer and rock shredder, Peach Luffe blends four musical backgrounds through a collective love for music.  The Toronto-based project founded by Jong Lee takes inspiration from city-pop, jazz, classical, and neo-soul.