WASHINGTON, D.C. 6/11/2010 – The Paul Robeson “Here I Stand” award gala featuring 2010 award recipient Rita Moreno is RESCHEDULED to a future date due to a family emergency.

This event has been planned for months by community members, non-profit organizations, and various individuals. We deeply regret in having to reschedule this tribute due to the extensive planning process and the inconvenience caused to all. But we feel very strongly about ensuring this event is successful for all parties involved and feel that rescheduling with Rita Moreno’s presence will ensure the integrity of the program. We are confident that we will receive the same level of enthusiasm from attendees, performers, and the public for the upcoming award gala.

All ticket sales will be honored in the rescheduled event which the date will be announced upon final confirmation. Those who wish to refund their tickets will also be honored through www.ticketmaster.com and Lincoln Theatre Box Office. For more information, please check back to this website or contact Hung Tao Choy Mei Leadership Institute at htcmrahim@aol.com / 202.265.1670. We expect to have more information about the rescheduled event within two weeks.

We appreciate your understanding and unwavering support. We look forward to seeing you at the upcoming rescheduled “An Unforgettable Evening with Rita Moreno” . The new rescheduled date is to be announced.

Rita Moreno, ground-breaking actor, dancer and singer, recipient of the Oscar, Tony, Grammy, two Emmys, and Presidential Medal of Freedom will be awarded the Paul Robeson “Here I Stand” award for her long-standing commitment to ACTIVISM IN THE ARTS, The event consists of an interview with Ms. Moreno, by special guest Ms. Jennice Fuentes, performances by Clavekasi, Furia Flamenca, Dance Asia Alliance, Dance Institute of Washington, and a special performance of HTCMLI's Lucky Lions and Thunder Drums.

Media contact: Abdur-Rahim Muhammad, President
Hung Tao Choy Mei Leadership Institute
(202) 265-1670 or htcmrahim@aol.com
http://www.jowga.org