Dance of the Soul Workshop
A two-day journey of sacred dance, Sufi whirling, and ancient rituals to awaken the heart and remember the wisdom of the ancients. Facilitated by Dr. Farima Berenji. Step into a […]
$55 – $100
10 events found.
“Everything in dance is poetry. Every movement describes a story, a feeling. The dancer takes the audience into a world of fairy tales.” ~Farima Berenji
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Astralab 678 La Fayette Park Place, Los Angeles, United States
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Sema: A Gathering of Lovers
Astralab 678 La Fayette Park Place, Los Angeles, United StatesSaturday Evening Sama Gathering – A Gathering of Lovers An Evening of Sema (Whirling), Prayer, Zikr, and Sacred Sound Join us for a heart-opening Sacred Circle and Sama (or Sema) […]
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On the Path of the Ancient Ones
Astralab 678 La Fayette Park Place, Los Angeles, United StatesA two-day journey of sacred dance, Sufi whirling, and ancient rituals to awaken the heart and remember the wisdom of the ancients. Facilitated by Dr. Farima Berenji. Step into a […]
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Companions of the Sun Author Talk
OnlineCompanions of the Sun A Lecture by Scholar Dr. Farima Berenji Rooted in one of the world’s oldest civilizations, the traditions of Iranian/Persian sacred dance and music embody the profound […]
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Iranian Dance and Ritual (Lecture & Performance)
Sunnyvale Library 665 W Olive Ave, Sunnyvale, CA, United StatesLearn about the origins and practice of Iranian dance in this talk and performance by Dr. Farima Berenji. She will discuss Iranian rituals and beliefs in relation to dance, as […]
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Sounds of Silk: Discover Music and Dance from the Silk Road
Salt Lake City Public Library 210 E 400 S, Salt Lake City, UT, United StatesDr. Farima Berenji and Qais Essar will perform and discuss dance and music from the cultures along the ancient Silk Road. This event draws connections with the musical instruments and […]
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World Arts West Dance Festival 2025 Non-Western Dance & Healing Panel Discussion
The Beat 2560 Ninth Street, Suite 119, Berkeley, CA, United StatesDr. Farima Berenji, Dr. Anne Huang, and Samuel Cortez form a discussion panel on "Non-Western Dance & Healing." The 2025 World Arts West Dance Festival will focus on the theme […]
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World Arts West Dance Festival 2025 Sufi Whirling Workshop
The Beat 2560 Ninth Street, Suite 119, Berkeley, CA, United StatesDr. Farima Berenji presents a one hour Sufi whirling workshop at the 2025 World Arts West Dance Festival. Learn the basic technique of Sufi whirling (Iranian and Turkish style), history, […]
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Book Talk and Performance on Iranian Dance and Rituals
North Beach Branch Library 850 Columbus Ave, San Francisco, United StatesLearn about the origins and practice of Iranian dance in this talk and performance by Dr. Farima Berenji. She will discuss Iranian rituals and beliefs in relation to dance, as […]
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Pushing Boundaries
Palo Alto Arts Center 1313 Newell Rd, Palo Alto, CA, United StatesJoin us for a special free celebration of the Fall 2025 Art Center exhibition "Pushing Boundaries: Ceramics and Identity." Enjoy a cash bar, hands-on art activities, and a chance to […]
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