About Asian Improv aRts

Mission Statement

Asian Improv aRts' mission is to produce, present and document artistic works that represent the Asian American experience.

Core Values

In pursuing this mission, AIR seeks to strengthen the spirit of courage, unity and creativity among diverse communities, based on mutual respect.

Organizational Statement

With a unique and active network of professional and emerging musicians and artists, community organizations, and activists, AIR has consistently produced or facilitated cultural events of the highest quality that have brought international attention to the Asian American arts movement in the Chicago and San Francisco Bay Areas. In addition, Asian Improv provides critical technical assistance, advocacy, production support, mentorship and networking to artists and arts organizations through its Community Arts Development Program and the California Asian and Pacific Islander Arts Network.