We are proud to present this Convention replay featuring Emmy-winning FX series Shōgun!

Join us as we celebrate the acclaimed Shōgun and discuss the show’s commitment to authentic storytelling in front of and behind the camera at every stage of the production process with members of the creative leadership team. Based on James Clavell’s novel, Shōgun is set in Japan in the year 1600 at the dawn of a century-defining civil war. Lord Yoshii Toranaga is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents unite against him, when a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village. All episodes are now streaming on Hulu!

Moderator:

• Jie Huang, Advisor, Ascend Austin Chapter

Panelists:

• Rachel Kondo, Co-Creator & Executive Producer, FX's Shōgun

• Shannon Goss, Writer, FX's Shōgun

Plus: A special presentation of our greatly anticipated Ascend’s Got Talent (AGT) featuring high energy and awe-inspiring performances by Ascend members!

Emcee:

• Anu Mandapati, President, Ascend Austin Chapter

AGT Performers:

• Quinnie Wong, Ascend New York Metro Chapter [Stand Up Comedy]

• Brinda Gupta, Ascend Midwest Chapter [Odissi Dance]

• Anita Tse, Ascend Orange County Chapter & Seema Grover, Ascend Houston Chapter [Bollywood/Garba/Bhangra Mashup]

• Luna Lu, Ascend Las Vegas Chapter [Chinese Fan Dance]

Event Time Zone: Easter Time