Join us for a Youth Showcase highlighting AAPI creativity, culture and community!

This year's Make Noise Today Student Contest theme, AAPI Joy: Anchor of Hope and Blueprint for Change, comes to life through a showcase of art, performances, and cultural storytelling, curated from select student submissions.

Event Highlights:

When/Where: Sat., May 31st from 6p-8p @ the Edison Theatre in Long Beach

🎨 Student Exhibition Premiere: Experience the creative works that blend cultural storytelling with artistic expression.

🌟 Youth Activation: Celebrating and empowering AAPI youth as they share their voices, forge connections, and drive meaningful change through art.

🤝 Community Outreach: Meet with AAPI partner organizations through interactive meet-and-greets and collaborative opportunities.

🎤 Live Performances: Watch a lineup of AAPI youth spoken word, poetry, music, and visual art presentations showcasing the talent from this year's submissions.

🏆 Noisemaker Award: Honoring The Linda Lindas for their groundbreaking impact, creativity, and advocacy with this year’s Noisemaker Award.

🍱 Enjoys some bites while you explore and connect.

Be part of an event that uplifts the next generation of AAPI leaders, artists, and advocates—where their voices resonate and their stories are honored.

Tickets are free—RSVP required!

Make Noise Today Student Exhibition Kick-Off Event