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Tickets to Sheng Wang at the Folly Theater
Need a good laugh? We’ve got you. NAAAP-KC is partnering with LIVE NATION ENTERTAINMENT to give away 4 FREE TICKETS to see the hilarious Sheng Wang live on stage! (2x Tickets to 2x Winners). This raffle is only opened to NAAAP-KC members. Not a member? Not a problem! Join here: https://kc.naaap.org/join
Sheng Wang is a comedian, actor and writer originally from Houston, TX. His first Netflix special, Sweet & Juicy, released in September 2022 and was produced and directed by Ali Wong. He was a featured stand-up on HBO’s “2 Dope Queens” special and also wrote for the ABC show “Fresh Off the Boat.” Sheng resides in Los Angeles and in his time off, he enjoys exploring botanical gardens and discovering new ways to snack.
🗓️ Show Date: June 19th - 7:30PM
📍 Location: Folly Theater, Kansas City, MO
🎁 Winners will be announced: June 16th, 2025
Entries can be made from June 4th to June 15th! Good luck!
🎉 Enter here for your chance to win:
https://gleam.io/uCjPb/naaap-kc-sheng-wang-raffle
Pride Parade: Collaboration between NAAAP-KC and Hella Good Deeds
This year, we will be walking alongside our friends at Hella Good Deeds. I have been in planning talks with them since late March, and am so looking forward to everyone being able to see what we've come up with! Our entry will also include a performance from Ethereal, a KC-based K-pop dance team!
Once I receive your sign-up, I will send you more detailed information about the plan for the day ASAP. Please RSVP by Friday, June 6 at 3 PM. Feel free to reach out to me with any questions, concerns, or accessibility needs in the meantime!
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025
Time: 11 AM-1 PM (duration of actual parade. Call time = 9:30)
RSVP: https://forms.gle/
Parade Location & Route Info: https://kcpride.org/
Sparkle Party with Philanthropist and Entrepreneur, Benny Lee
Join us for an evening with Philanthropist and Entrepreneur, Benny Lee! Benny Lee has long championed Asian American professionals in Kansas City. As retired CEO of DuraComm and a dedicated community leader, he’s been recognized for his work supporting minority-owned businesses and fostering inclusive spaces.
We’re honored to gather in his home for an evening of music, connection and community.
6:00 PM: Doors open
6:30 PM: Tesura String Quartet followed by Benny Lee, clarinet
7:00 PM: NAAAP-KC Presentation
7:30 PM: Light dinner served
Tesura Quartet: Acclaimed for their emotive interpretations and artistic range, the Tesura Quartet blends tradition and innovation—from classical masterworks to bold new commissions. Now in their 16th season, they’ve performed at Lincoln Center, Wigmore Hall, and across four continents. Champions of equity, climate action, and immersive tech, Tesura is redefining the modern string quartet.
Benny Lee, clarinet: From Taiwan to Kansas City, Benny Lee’s journey is one of resilience, innovation, and impact. An engineer-turned-entrepreneur, Benny founded and sold multiple successful companies—including DuraComm and Top Innovations—leaving a mark on industries from power supply to home appliances. A dedicated philanthropist and clarinetist, he’s served on numerous boards and helped launch Park University’s world-renowned International Center for Music.
Learn more about his inspiring path and lifelong commitment to community. Full bio here
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We proudly support NAAAP Pride, a new program for the Asian American LGBTQ+ community. Our leadership team believes in equality and value a diverse, inclusive, and safe environment for all. We encourage you to learn more about NAAAP Pride.
