
Our Benefits
DAA Company
Mission
Dance of Asian America (DAA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit promoting Chinese cultural heritage through authentic dance. We sustain traditions, build international bridges, and educate Houston in cross-cultural understanding while fostering new generations of professional artists.
DAA champions inclusivity by serving historically underserved communities—particularly those defined by race, culture, nationality, gender identity, and sexual orientation—making high-quality cultural arts accessible to Houston's diverse population.
Annually, we reach 50,000+ people through 50+ free performances, educational programs, and community events. Our four core initiatives include public performances at Miller Outdoor Theatre, educational programs for PreK-12 and adults, community outreach at festivals and hospitals, and professional training for our company dancers. Through these programs, DAA enriches Houston's cultural landscape while preserving the dance traditions of China's 56 ethnic groups.
History
Founded in 2001, Dance of Asian America began with a simple mission: promote and preserve the rich cultural heritage of Asia through Asian dance. Today, we're a cultural cornerstone reaching 50,000+ people annually through performances, education, and community engagement.
Our evolution reflects Houston's growth. What started as cultural preservation has become cultural exchange—our "East Meets West" productions united tens of thousands of Houstonians and vistors, while "Splendid CHINA" brought award-winning artists from Beijing and Shanghai to Texas stages. We've expanded our programming and performances to schools, hospitals, libraries, and festivals citywide.
Twenty-plus years later, DAA has trained generations of dancers who bridge cultures through movement. Our educational programs reach PreK classrooms to university students, to senior centers, Medical Center and so many more making Chinese culture accessible to all.
Board of Directors
- President - Janie Parker
- Vice President - Linda Wu
- Secretary - Christine Ho
- Treasurer - Linh Su
- Jan Abante
- Sandi Adams
- Lauren Anderson
- Linda Apisarnthanrax
- Andrea Cody
- Amy Fote
- Betty Gee
- Linda Kuo
- Diane Nguyen
- Neena Patel
- Sarah Valle














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