"Visualizing the Sacred: Islam on Film" at UCLA Film & Television Archive
Since September 11, 2001, images of Islam in the mainstream American media have been virtually monolithic in their focus on terrorism and radicalism. At the same time, the on-going Danish cartoon controversy has sparked heated debate about the intersections of free speech and religious tradition, representation and tolerance. - 5/7/08
Conference at Rutgers: Iran Today
On Saturday April 26, 2008 the Center for Middle Eastern Studies at Rutgers University, will be hosting a conference on the topic of "Iran Today". The conference will consist of four sessions on the following topics: Iranian Identity, Iranian Visual and Dramatic Arts, Iranian Society and Human Rights, and Iran in the Middle East. - 4/25/08
Conference at Yale - Facing Others: Iranian Identity Boundaries & Modern Political Cultures
April 25 - 27, 2008 at Yale: Topics discussed: Legacy of Cultural Exclusion, The Internal Frontiers, Empires and Encounters, Identity and Iranian Political Cultures, Globalized Anxieties - 4/22/08
Sholeh Wolpe at LA Times Festival of Books
Iranian-born poet, playwright and literary translator Sholeh Wolpe will be reading from her new collection of poems, "Rooftops of Tehran" as well as from " Sin—Selected Poems of Forugh Farrokhzad." - 4/21/08
Lecture at UCLA: Novels and Iranian History: Beyond Diaspora
Bahiyyih Nakhjavani has lived and taught at universities in the Middle East, Europe, Africa and North America and has written several books and essays on children's education, the role of women, and the challenge of fundamentalism. - 4/12/08
Two Lectures by Ramin Jahanbegloo at UCLA
Ramin Jahanbegloo was born in Tehran and studied at the Sorbonne University, Paris. He is currently an Associate Professor of Political Science, Massey College Scholar at Risk, and Research Fellow in the Centre for Ethics, at the University of Toronto. - 4/11/08
As the administration threatens Iran with war, listen to the voices of Iranian-Americans
The spring season of CinemaEast concludes April 16th with the screening of Caught in Between Two Worlds and Voices. Come and meet directors Persheng Sadegh-Vaziri and Simin Farkhondeh, who will be talking about the experiences of being Iranian-American and the making of their films. - 4/10/08
Rumi-nation to take place at Henry Fonda Theater
A new Rumi-nation program, is taking place on Thursday April 17th. This exciting and unique program takes place at the groovy Henry Fonda Theater (Music Box) - 4/10/08
8th Annual Celebration of Iranian Cinema at UCLA: Program Update
A new free event with several directors in person has been added on April 12. Plus, additional info for the April 18 "short" program is now available. - 4/8/08
Cambridge conference to scrutinize "Persian Presence in Ottoman Empire"
The University of Cambridge in collaboration with the Dutch University of Leiden are to hold the conference "The Persian Presence in the Ottoman Empire" in July 2008 at Cambridge. -MNA - 4/6/08
Conference: Can U.S. prevent Iran from developing a nuclear bomb, even if Tehran continues to enrich uranium?
As it's becoming clear that the zero-enrichment objective is more or less unachievable, and as Iran's nuclear program continues to progress faster than the West can muster pressure on Tehran, this will become the central question the US will face in regards to the Iranian nuclear stand-off. - 4/3/08
After the Revolution: Contemporary Photography from Tehran and California
The San Francisco Arts Commission Gallery is pleased to present After the Revolution, a groundbreaking group exhibition of contemporary photography by Iranian artists from Tehran and California as part of our ongoing Art at City Hall program. - 4/2/08
EVENT: Breaking The US-Iran Stalemate
Reassessing the nuclear strategy in the wake of the Majles elections -- Tuesday, 8 April at Russell Senate Office Building - 4/1/08
First Norouz Parade in San Jose and Fifth Norouz Festival and Concert in Los Gatos
Norouz Festival Committee, the Hafez Cultural Foundation and the Bay Area Iranian-American Voter Association cordially invite you to come and enjoy the Norouz Festivities this year. - 3/27/08
Third Friday Art Party Celebrate Persian New Year with Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi
Please come to the first annual Nowruz Deed-o Bazdeed with Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi at his office in San Francisco City Hall. Deed-o Bazdeed means to exchange visits with friends and family signifying the first 12 days of the Persian New Year celebration. -FogCity Journal - 3/19/08
Tehran's 127 band on U.S. tour
Tehran band 127 is on a U.S. tour performing 24 concerts from March 4 to April 2, 2008. Founded in 2001 by a group of young Tehran artists and art students, 127 has found itself at the center of progressive cultural change in Iran. - 3/16/08
Sundance Norouz gift: David & Layla to continue in San Francisco thru March 20
Special Thanks from Shiva Rose (Layla) and filmmaker Jalal Jonroy due to the enthusiastic support of Beyond Persia, Shabeh Jomeh/San Jose, Payvand.com and Iranians, Sundance Cinemas offers a Norouz gift: David & Layla is extended to play in San Francisco thru Thursday March 20! - 3/16/08
Iranian New Year Parade of Northern California: March 30 in San Jose
The first Iranian New Year Parade of Northern California will be held in downtown San Jose on Sunday March 30, 2008. - 3/14/08
18th Annual Celebration of Iranian Cinema at UCLA: March 14-April 20
UCLA Film & Television Archive and the Bijan and Soraya Amin Foundation present: 2008 marks the Archive's 18th annual Celebration of Iranian Cinema, and our program this year is as eclectic and diverse as ever. This year's offerings include seven new features from Iran and the Diaspora, as well as compelling new documentary and short works on film and video. - 3/13/08
Kahrizak Foundation Norouz Bazaar in Cupertino, California
Kahrizak is holding the 16th annual Norouz Bazaar to benefit Kahrizak, a Center For Living, Education and Rehabilitation of the Disabled and the Elderly, in Tehran - 3/13/08
Lian Ensemble in concert, Spring of 2008
Spring and all its flowers now joyously break their vow of silence. It is time for celebration, not for lying low; You too - weed out those roots of sadness from your heart. "Hafiz" - 3/7/08
Kharazmi Persian School celebrates Norouz in New Jersy
Kharazmi Persian School of New Jersey was established in 1992 to serve the Iranian-American community in Metropolitan area. KPS's efforts are based on the fact that the personal and social identity of our children as 'Iranian-Americans' forms around a correct understanding of the Iranian culture and the Persian language. - 3/6/08
Celebrate Norouz with Shiva Rose at David & Layla premiere in San Francisco
Celebrate Norouz with Shiva Rose at David & Layla premiere, San Francisco. 7:00 PM Saturday March 8 at Sundance Cinemas, sponsored by Beyond Persia & Shabeh Jomeh. - 3/6/08
Razi Family Lecture Series: The Presence of Iran in the Ancient World
March 8th, 2008 at the University of California, Irvine. Subjects covered: a) Art and Archaeology of the Iranian World, b) Religion of the Empires, c)History, Text and Remains of Ancient Iran - 3/5/08
Iranian Cultural Club at San Francisco State University to celebrate Norouz
ICC is proud to host the third annual Norouz celebration on Friday March 7th 2008, All proceeds go toward Rahimian Charity Hospital in Ghazin, Iran - 3/5/08
Iranian Films at Tiburon International Film Festival
The Tiburon International Film Festival will present a selection of latest films made by or about the Iranians from around the world. The festival will be held March 13-21, 2008 in Tiburon, California. - 3/4/08
Second Presence of Tehran's 127 Music Band at the SXSW Music Festival in Austin
It is quite hectic. The rock music band 127 is going to participate in the prestigious SXSW music festival in Austin, Texas for the second time, while unfortunately their drummer player has not yet obtained the required permit to leave the country, because he has just been graduated from university and has not served his military service. - 3/3/08
Turquoise Bridges presents Norooz celebration at San Francisco City Hall
Turquoise Bridges once again presents the 3rd Annual Norooz Celebration at the Rotunda of the San Francisco City Hall. This celebration has rapidly become a signature annual event in San Francisco. - 3/3/08
NIPOC to celebrate the Persian New Year in Irvine, California on March 22
The Network of Iranian-American Professionals of Orange County (NIPOC) will celebrate the Persian New Year (Norouz) on on SATURDAY MARCH 22, 2008 (6:30 PM -1 AM) in Irvine, California. - 3/2/08
World Premiere of Behzad Ranjbaran's "Fountains of Fin" for Flute, Violin and Cello at BARGEMUSIC in New York
The new piece, Fountains of Fin, celebrates one of the most enchanting gardens in the world, the historical Garden of Fin in Kashan, Iran built in 16th century. - 3/1/08
Association des Chercheurs Iraniens celebrates International Women's Day in London
On March 8th 2008, International Women's Day, Association des Chercheurs Iraniens (ACI) will launch a year long programme of celebrations to honour the courage and achievements of Iranian women under oppression. - 3/1/08
Camp Ayandeh 2008
Camp Ayandeh 2008, taking place at Emory University on June 22-28, 2008, is open to rising high school sophomores through graduating high school seniors. - 2/29/08
Persian New Year Festival in Houston
The fourth Annual Persian New Year Festival will be held on Sunday March 23, 2008 from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Jones Plaza in downtown Houston, Texas. This program is organized by the Iranian-American Cultural Organization of Houston, a non-profit cultural organization. - 2/29/08
Lecture by Behrooz Ghamari-Tabrizi at UCLA: How the Iranian Constitution Secularized Islam
Behrooz Ghamari-Tabrizi is an Assistant Professor of History and Sociology at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, who specializes in transnational and global histories in the Middle Eastern postcolonial context. - 2/27/08
Philadelphia Museum of Art Celebrates Norooz!
Sunday, March 9, 2008 - Make and Take Workshop; Presentation of the Sofreh Haft Seen; Silk Road Dance Company; Babak &Friends- A First Norooz; and more - 2/26/08
Norouz Celebration at UC Davis
The Iranian Alumni Association, a chapter of the Cal Aggie Alumni Association celebrates Norouz on March 22, 2008. - 2/25/08
Oakland East Bay Symphony Celebrates Persian Music
Ever since Western music was introduced to Iran in the mid-nineteenth century, Iranian composers have blended Western and Middle Eastern musical traditions. Due to the political turmoil of the past century, these works are often difficult to obtain and are thus rarely performed. - 2/24/08
IAPAC to Hold Northern California Norouz Celebration
The Iranian American Political Action Committee (IAPAC) will hold its biannual Northern California Norouz celebration on March 9th, 2008. The event, entitled "Honoring the Contributions of Iranian Americans to American society," will recognize the accomplishments of Iranian Americans in the fields of arts and entertainment, community service, and government service. - 2/22/08
Norouz , London, Iran Heritage Foundation
Norouz in essence celebrates the magic of life and acknowledges the balance of forces in nature, while mortals hope that the year ahead would be peaceful, devoid of illness and prosperous. - 2/22/08
PAF presents Weaving the Common Thread: Perspectives from Iranian Artists in New York
In its third successful year as an organization devoted to providing a platform for Persian artists and visionaries, Persian Arts Festival (PAF) has joined forces with the Queens Museum of Art (QMA) to present a groundbreaking exhibition, Weaving the Common Thread, that investigates how contemporary Persian art has been influenced and inspired by the post-revolutionary Iranian Diaspora. - 2/15/08
U.S. Tour of Duty: The Iran Talks
The Iran Talks, is a national tour co-sponsored by U.S. Tour of Duty, Peace Action and Fellowship of Reconciliation. - 2/15/08
Celebrate Valentine with David & Layla premiere at Quad Cinema, New York
5 Awards, 21 International Film Festivals (2 in Israel) including Human Rights/Conflict Resolution & Love/Romantic film festivals! - 2/13/08
Film Society Presents Young Iranian Filmmakers
Special Guests: Mohamad Nazaarizadeh, P. K. Ziainia, Ayda Safaei, Sara Mashayekh and Eslam Anthony Shams -SUNDAY FEBRUARY 17 in Los Angeles. - 2/11/08
Lecture at UCLA: The United States and Iran: Missed Opportunities and Future Prospects for Reconciliation
A public lecture by Barbara Slavin, United States Institute of Peace. Barbara Slavin is a Jennings Randolph fellow at the U.S. Institute of Peace, where she is continuing research that builds on her new book, Bitter Friends, Bosom Enemies: Iran, the U.S. and the Twisted Path to Confrontation. - 2/5/08
Journalist/Middle East Author Stephen Kinzer Launches 22-City Tour Against War with Iran in Los Angeles February 7th
Award-winning author and former New York Times correspondent Stephen Kinzer begins a cross-country speaking tour in Los Angeles on February 7th to warn against U.S. military intervention in Iran. An expert in the history of U.S. foreign policy, Kinzer will join other experts during his 22-city national tour to call for real diplomacy between the U.S. and Iran and for support of the Iran Diplomatic Accountability Act of 2008. - 2/4/08
"In Memory of Kazem Ashtari" in Berkeley
Kazem Ashtari, the Iranian film director, has died in a car crash, and now Mahin Ashtari, his wife, has to redefine herself after 30 years of marriage. This is a play about empowerment, revenge, sisterhood, and a lot more! - 2/2/08
Iranian-born composer Behzad Ranjbaran to perform at Allentown Symphony Hall
Behzad Ranjbaran, born in 1955 and raised in Tehran, Iran, entered the Tehran Conservatory at the age of nine. He came to the United States in 1974 where he attended Indian University and received his doctorate in composition from The Juilliard School. - 2/2/08
Dr. Seyed Jafar Shahidi to be commemorated in London
Dr Seyed Jafar Shahidi, the prominent Islamic historian and Persian language and literature expert who passed away in Tehran on 13th January will be remembered in London at a ceremony to be held at the Brunei Gallery, Room B111 (1st floor), School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), 10 Thornhaugh St, Russell Square on Tuesday 5th February at 7.00 pm. All are welcome. -Syma Sayyah, Tehran - 1/31/08
World Music Institute Concert in New York: Sacred Kurdish Tanbur Music
The music of Kurdistan, little known in the US, will be performed by Ali Akbar Moradi, the greatest living master of the tanbur. - 1/30/08
Call for Papers: "The Essential Needs of the Iranian Woman Today"
The19th International Annual Conference of the Iranian Women Studies Foundation: July 4-6, 2008 at the Wheeler Auditorium, University of California, Berkeley - 1/23/08
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