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Describe the Project Overview <br />community benefits Resilient Threads: Voices of Santa Ana's Chinese Pioneers is an ambitious <br />of this event oral history project that will be meticulously crafted by the The Wayward <br />Artist's Co -Artistic Director, Michael Martinez Hamilton. This <br />groundbreaking initiative aims to weave together the past, present, and <br />future of Santa Ana's Chinese community through the powerful medium of <br />storytelling. <br />Collaboration with Chinatown Memorial <br />Our project stands as a living companion to the Chinatown Memorial, a <br />solemn reminder of the tragic burning of Santa Ana's original Chinatown in <br />1906. As we delve into the memories of our elders, we bridge the gap <br />between past and present, ensuring that their voices resonate beyond <br />mere historical markers. <br />Live Performances: A Gift to the Community <br />The culmination of Resilient Threads lies in live performances. Picture the <br />theater bathed in warm light, the air thick with anticipation. Our Chinese <br />elders, the very heart of this project, step onto the stage. Their voices <br />resonate, their emotions palpable. They become the storytellers, the <br />actors, and the bearers of history. And the best part? These performances <br />are a gift to our community free and accessible to all. <br />Promoting Community Health and Dignity <br />Beyond entertainment, this project serves a higher purpose. It fosters <br />community health by connecting generations, promoting empathy, and <br />sparking dialogue. As we listen to these narratives, we build bridges -- <br />bridges that span cultural divides, honor heritage, and uplift dignity. Santa <br />Ana becomes more than a city; it transforms into a vibrant, compassionate <br />home. <br />The Wayward Artist: Our Artistic Home <br />The Wayward Artist, nestled in the heart of Santa Ana, embraces this <br />endeavor. We don't merely create art; we cultivate a sanctuary for <br />expression, healing, and understanding. Our stage welcomes not only <br />artists and theater enthusiasts but also every citizen seeking connection <br />and enlightenment. <br />Join Us on this Journey <br />Resilient Threads: Voices of Santa Ana's Chinese Pioneers invites you to <br />witness history unfold. Be part of an audience that listens, learns, and <br />celebrates. Let these threads of resilience bind us together, reminding us <br />that our shared stories shape our collective destiny. <br />Experience Resilience. Celebrate Community, <br />Amount Requested 9800.0 <br />