Reflecting back
Racism
Reflecting back on the notions of Love and Loss
Reflecting back on the notions of Love and Loss as they relate to...
Responsibility
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and Injustice
Reflecting back on the notions of Love and Loss as they relate to...
Celebrating CATS 2024 production of
Tickets Available
February 1st
“A wondrous, magical, epic journey for the whole family!”
Follow the Journey
of a young girl...
Community Asian Theatre of the Sierra (CATS) enters its 31st season in 2025 with a production of Where the Mountain Meets the Moon, a play adapted by Jeannine Coulombe from Grace Lin’s bestselling Newbery Honor Book. It is directed by Allison Chan, in memory and honor of her late mother, Lisa Moon, Artistic Director of CATS. The show will play at the Nevada Theatre, from April 17 to May 10, 2025, and tickets will be available on February 1, 2025 through the CATS’ website. This enchanting and magical story of gratitude is unveiled by mystical creatures, like a dragon, a goldfish, numerous animal puppets, and The Man of the Moon, taking the audience on a cultural epic journey of discovery and artistry in ancient China. The show promises to be a “feast for the senses” with lavish costumes and original music. It is appropriate for all ages. In addition to director Allison Chan, the creative team includes Pam Hodges, set designer; Tynowyn Woolman, composer and sound designer; Les Solomon, lighting designer; Jill Kelly, costume designer; Sara Quay, hair and makeup designer; and Hank Meyer, properties designer.
Please join CATS and her family in Celebration of a Life well lived on Saturday, July 20, at 1:00 p.m. at the Nevada Theatre, Nevada City, California. We have been working on her tribute for weeks, honoring her legacy, with speakers, zumba, songs and music, and a slideshow of her life and times. Last, but not least, we will conclude the Celebration with a dessert reception, recognizing her exemplary baking skills! If you would like to attend remotely, please email info@catsweb.org for the link.
On June 8, the Community Asian Theatre of the Sierra (CATS) lost its beloved Artistic Director and Co-Founder, Lisa Moon, on our field trip to Manzanar and the Eastern Sierra.
The non-profit theatre arts organization, SARTA, announced that Jeannie Wood, Executive Director and Lisa Moon, Artistic Director of CATS have both received Lifetime Achievement Awards. The awards were presented following their current production of Snow Falling on Cedars on Friday, May 17, 2024, at the Nevada Theatre.
SARTA Board President, Leslie Addiego, offered a brief speech prior to the presentation of the engraved plaques. Ms. Addiego said, “SARTA is extremely pleased to present these Lifetime Achievement Awards, in person to Jeannie Wood and Lisa Moon, during CATS 30th anniversary year, Asian- American Pacific Islander Heritage month, and this amazing production of Snow Falling on Cedars.”
Both Jeannie Wood and Lisa Moon are founding members of CATS which was created in 1994. Over the years, CATS has been promoting diversity in the arts through multicultural theater, events and workshops. Additionally, CATS has developed a companion cultural enrichment program, a repertoire of cultural activities and events, too numerous to mention. CATS serves rural Nevada County, neighboring Sierra Foothills, the greater Sacramento region, as well as the San Francisco Bay Area. More information about CATS can be found at www.catsweb.com.
