Carnegie Hall

The Akamine Sisters present shimai, a Ryukyuan court dance performance, in Weill Recital Hall. Through refined movements and traditional music, the program reflects themes of peace, resilience, and cultural legacy. Featuring dances passed down through generations in Okinawa, this one-night performance offers a glimpse into the Ryukyuan aesthetic. Sisters Natsuko and Maki Akamine interpret each piece with deep respect for tradition, expressing a commitment to carrying the art form into the future.