San Jose Taiko
Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 10AM
Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre
Registration Required: Free for second grade classes (limited seating available on a first-come, first-served basis).
School Performance for Second Grade Classes
Nationally recognized for their educational initiatives, San Jose Taiko will present a special one-hour school program featuring their exceptional company of musicians. Appropriate for elementary and middle school audiences, the program includes a 45-minute presentation consisting of 40/60 contextual talk vs. performance, and includes hands-on experience for small groups of audience towards the end of program. The program culminates with a Q&A with the artists before dismissal.
San Jose Taiko Curriculum Guide
About the Company
San Jose Taiko (SJT) has been mesmerizing audiences since 1973 with the powerful, spellbinding and propulsive sounds of the taiko. Inspired by traditional Japanese drumming, SJT performers express the beauty and harmony of the human spirit through the voice of the taiko as they create new dimensions in Asian American movement and music. Their commitment to a holistic process in which all of the artists participate in the composition, choreography and handcrafting of the costumes and drums, imbues SJT with a singularity of mind and spirit. Through this unique artistic process, harmony is achieved and the music rings with unity and clarity. SJT’s programs broaden the historical taiko art form by combining the traditional rhythms of Japanese drumming with other world rhythms, including African, Brazilian, Filipino, Latin and jazz — bridging many styles, while still resonating with the Asian soul in America
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Tickets are free and open to all public, private and homeschool students, teachers and families. If you would like to reserve seats, please complete an online registration form for each performance.
Adjusting Your Reservation
If you need to adjust the number of seats reserved or your group can no longer attend, please inform the Box Office via email at boxoffice@su.edu so that tickets can be released to those on the waiting list. Minor seat adjustments may be possible on a space-available basis.
Assigned Seating
Shenandoah Conservatory staff assign seats in advance of the performance. In order to make your experience at the theater as efficient as possible, you will not be issued tickets. When assigning seats, Shenandoah Conservatory staff factors in grade, group size and accessibility needs. We are not able to honor specific seating requests except for requirements for accessibility.
Parking & Directions
The Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre venue address is 620 Millwood Ave, Winchester, VA 22601. Free parking is available during the show. Instructions for bus and car parking will be provided in advance and when your group arrives. Get directions to our venues.
Arrival & Drop Off
Plan to arrive at the Shenandoah University at least 20 minutes prior to show time. Allow for travel time, parking and trips to the restroom. You should be in your seat at least 5 minutes before the performance begins.
For performances at Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre, buses will unload in front of the venue entrance. Shenandoah Conservatory staff will be on-site to direct buses and answer questions.
If for any reason you are running late or need directions, contact the Shenandoah Conservatory Front Office by calling (540) 665-4600. We regret that we are unable to hold the performance for latecomers.
Pick Up
When the performance ends, remain seated. A Shenandoah Conservatory staff member will come to the stage and release groups to avoid traffic jams in the aisles and lobby. When your group is released, please keep your group together as you exit the theatre through the same door you entered. Shenandoah Conservatory staff will be outside to direct you to your bus.
Photo & Video Policy
Shenandoah University may photograph your visit for use on our website and promotional materials. If you or your students do not wish to be photographed, please indicate this on your registration form in advance or inform a Shenandoah Conservatory staff member prior to the show.
Feedback
Following the performance, you may receive a short survey requesting feedback on your experience. Please make time to respond, as doing so will inform us on how we can further develop Shenandoah Conservatory’s K-12 programs. Thank you!
For questions about your reservation or information about the school series programs, please contact the Shenandoah Conservatory Box Office via email at boxoffice@su.edu or phone at (540) 665-4569. The Box Office is open Tuesday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and is located in the lobby of Ohrstrom-Bryant Theatre.
