You might remember the title from movie previews in 1993. You might have read the book ... or rather your mom read it. Even if you've done neither, you've likely heard of The Joy Luck Club, the modern classic by Amy Tan about four young Chinese-American women, their traditional, Chinese mothers and the hijinks that ensue as they try to understand each other.

And by hijinks, I mean touching moments and emotional breakthroughs.

The story is pleasantly complex as it features 16 separate, but related and often intertwining stories.

It's a story of mothers and daughters. It's a story about culture clash.

To complement the show, there will also be an art show in the lobby of the theater. Art is by local artist Fumiko Kimura as well as members of the Haiga Adventure Study Group of Puget Sound Sumi Artists. All pieces on display are up for sale. The artwork features Asian-style methods, from Japanese sumi and haiga to calligraphy and collage. Visitors can view the artwork whether they attend a show or not.

Read Kristin Kendle's full feature on The joy Luck Club in the Weekly Volcano's Arts section.

TACOMA LITTLE THEATRE, THE JOY LUCK CLUB, FRIDAY, MARCH 15-SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 7:30 P.M. FRIDAY-SATURDAY, 2 P.M., SUNDAY, $12.50-$24.50, 210 N. I ST., TACOMA, 253.272.2481