Vancouver is known for its large Asian population, and Richmond even has more Asians, and lots of "Rice Rocket" drag racing.
But what happens when you mix social commentary with busting stereotypes of Asian drivers?
Melissa Li and Kit Yan's "The Good Asian Drivers Tour" is one of the featured performances for the 2008 explorASIAN festival, celebrating Asian Heritage Month in Metro Vancouver.
The following is from the explorASIAN website:
CANADIAN PREMIERE
"If you’re gay, bisexual, transgendered, Asian, queer, an artist, a poet, a performer, or if you’re just a supporting ally, then come out and enjoy our show!" - Melissa & Kit
Melissa Li is a singer-songwriter who has been performing in the Boston area in the United States for over 8 years. She and her tour partner, nationally recognized transgendered slam poet Kit Yan, are going on a cross-country road tour this spring and summer, lovingly dubbed "The Good Asian Drivers Tour".
Together, this radical duo will traverse the United States and cut across four different time zones, at least 30 states and over 20 major cities, including two cities in Canada.
They deliver honest and personal stories through their music and poetry about being queer Asian-Americans, while proving to the nation that they are indeed good, if not excellent, drivers. They’re so cute you might just want to adopt them.
The social impact will be tremendous, especially in areas of the United States where the voices of these under-represented groups are not often heard. In addition, the tour strives to inspire youth and provoke dialogue on gay rights, transgendered issues, feminism, and the marginalization of minorities.
Richmond and Vancouver are the only two Canadian stops on their North American tour. Don't miss this show!
Q&A after the show.
http://www.goodasiandrivers.com/
