"Aditya Prakash is a visionary artist who has found a way to speak to everyone while speaking in his own language." — Jazz pianist and composer Tigran Hamasyan

Aditya Prakash presents ROOM-i-Nation, an adaptation of his 2023 album ISOLASHUN complete with live music, a soundscape, video projection and personal stories.

Drawing from his childhood in Los Angeles and musical education in India, Prakash’s artistry is informed by Karnatik music, contemporary sounds and the lifelong journey of self-discovery. Despite being deeply personal, Prakash's work has the ability to touch anyone who stands at the crossroads of multiple identities.

Art in Action

Pop-up library: Check out the reading and media stations in The Nimoy lobby spaces where we’ll feature reading materials, films, interviews and podcasts that explore Aditya’s journey in creating ROOM-i-Nation.

Please join us after the Friday performance for a brief post show discussion between Prakash and Professor David Gere. David Gere is on faculty at the UCLA Department of World Arts and Cultures/Dance and has been following the work of Aditya Prakash for more than a decade. Dr. Gere has studied Carnatic singing in Tamil Nadu, India, and has a master’s degree in music (ethnomusicology) from the University of Hawaii – Manoa.

Saturday’s performance will be followed by a brief meet and greet with Prakash in the lobby of The Nimoy.

Funds provided by the Henry Mancini Tribute Fund.