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SUMMARY:Journey of the Silk Road
DESCRIPTION:An evening of traditional and sacred dance and music of Persia and the Silk Road featuring dance performances by the Simorgh Dance Collective (Farima Dance Company)\, Farima Berenji\, and music by Caravan El Noor and Gabriel Gold. \nTravel through the fabled lands of the Silk Road\, where music and dance celebrate the bounty of nature in mystic rituals and vibrant cultures. Features sacred\, classical and folkloric dance and music of Afghanistan\, Azerbaijan\, Uzbekistan\, Tajikistan\, Persia and Turkey \nTickets $15 at the door or available online.  Visit our Facebook event for announcements and additional details. \nFarima Berenji\n“I cannot put the concert from tonight in words. Emotional\, full of energy\, oneness and beauty. Especially the last two songs and Farima’s powerful and emotional Sufi whirling left me so affected. I am still shaking from the energy. Will never forget this concert. Thank you again and I hope there will be many more.” \n—Meral Ozturk – Manchester\, England\, on Seven Cities of Love\n\nFarima Berenji is an Iranian-born scholar and an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer\, instructor\, lecturer\, dance ethnologist\, and archaeologist specializing in classical\, folkloric\, and sacred dances of Persia and the Silk Road. Her training spans a lifetime of intensive collaboration and research with master artists\, scholars\, and spiritual teachers worldwide. She is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, a worldwide collaborative devoted to teach dance technique\, interpret\, illustrate\, present\, and perform dances of the Silk Road. Farima performs\, offers workshops\, and lectures worldwide upon request and has appeared in the US\, UK\, Austria\, Czech Republic\, Turkey\, Mauritius\, and Iran. Read more.. \nGabriel Gold\n“A mystical\, angelic voice and music that moves one to journey through both the deep joy and sorrows of the Soul.”—Grace Cathedral\, San Francisco\, CA \nGabriel Gold is a San Francisco\, CA\, USA based multi-instrumentalist (a pioneer of the Handpan\, a steel melodic percussion instrument)\, composer and acoustic researcher\, specializing in the study of sacred resonant spaces. His current work is founded on inspiring deeper connections to “sacred spaces” around the world\, both natural and man-made and to help bring awareness to the need to protect and honor them. A selection of Gabriel’s past works include: his latest album “Halo”\, recorded in acoustically resonant sacred spaces throughout the world; his “Healing Voice” workshops and singing circles\, through which he has personally supported thousands of people on the journey of developing a spiritual and fulfilling relationship to their singing voices; the musical score for four feature length ballets with Labayen Dance Co. and Mudita Arts Ballet\, and others. Read more.. \nSimorgh Dance Collective\nThe Simorgh Dance Collective is a world community of artists devoted to cross-cultural dialogue and artistic collaboration through traditional\, classical\, and sacred dance styles of the Silk Road.  The Collective currently has member companies and artist affiliations in Alaska\, British Columbia\, Turkey\, and the San Francisco Bay Area. Read more.. \nCaravan El Noor\nCaravan El Noor (Caravan of Light) creates and performs devotional chants and dances from various spiritual backgrounds. Inspired by the Universal Sufi tradition\, in which all paths to the Divine are honored\, Caravan El Noor invites audience participation in a call-and-response format that transforms the hearts and mind through sacred mantric phrases and sound. The band includes Jihan “Gigi” Amer as lead vocalist and harmonium player\, Robert Hansen as vocalist\, guitarist\, oud and dotar player\, and Andrew Foehner on tabla\, djembe\, frame drums\, and percussion. Read more..
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/journey-of-the-silk-road/
LOCATION:Center for Performing Arts & Education\, 8151 Village Parkway\, Dublin\, CA\, 94568\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20170108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20170108T193000
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SUMMARY:Persian Classical\, Sacred\, and Folkloric Dance Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Three 90 minute workshops in Persian classical\, sacred\, and folkloric dance lead by Farima Berenji.  Class space is limited to 20 participants. \nPoetry in Motion: Persian Classical Dance\nSunday Jan. 8th 1:00-2:30 PM \nExperience one of the world’s most enchanting dances. Persian dance is inspired by medieval Persian poetry\, miniature artwork\, sacred elements\, animals\, and geometry. Persian dance comes from an ancient culture of 8000 years and its movements often reflect the swirling of a birds\, beautiful gesture and feelings\, footwork patterns\, and dazzling spins. Many great Persian poets extolled dance in their poems and used it as a symbol of the power of life and represented dance as a spiritual instrument to become one with the Divine. \nPersian classical dance is delicate\, intricate\, subtle\, and full of meaning. Delicate hand movements\, gentle upper body undulations\, and facial expressions are the essential elements of this dance. The dance emphasizes feeling\, rather than movement. The dancer tells a story\, by displaying a variety of expressions. \nWe will focus on various expression and feelings used in Persian Classical and Miniature Art dances and work on various motion and techniques. Samples of Persian Miniature artwork will be shown in class for inspiration and re-creation of the art works into dance. Please feel free to bring an artwork or a picture that inspires you. \nPoetry in Motion workshop will includes a brief look into: \n\nPersian Classical Dance – Technique and History\nPersian Miniature Art Dance – Dances inspired directly from sensuous Persian miniature \nPersian Hands – Symbolic meanings of Persian hand movements and history from the pre-Elimit Dynasty until the Safavad Dynasty\nPoetry in Motion – Persian Dance through Persian Poetry. The Art of Expression – Learn the beautiful art of storytelling through facial and body expressions\, how to portray emotion in movement\, and the connections between expression and movement\nBrief look at influential sacred elements within classical Persian dance – Sacred Animals\, Geometry\, Flowers\, and Elements\n\nDance of the Soul Workshop – Turns\, Circles\, and Spirals\nSunday Jan. 8th 2:45-4:15 PM \nThis workshop will include Turns\, Spirals\, Whirling\, & Candle Dance. Included will be a short Sufi training and dance workshop helping people of all experience levels to whirl for a sustained period. Please do no eat a large meal 2 hours prior to workshop. \nSema is a powerful meditation ritual with music\, poetry\, and movement that originated over 700 years ago with the Sufis. Whirling is the customary dance of Sema whereby one attempts to abandon ego\, pain\, and personal desires and reach the source of all perfection. Whirling connects us with our center\, our heart. There are no spectators when we enter this sacred gathering together. “Sema” means “listening”. Participate with us in this practice of deep listening\, become filled with the energy of blessing\, and create a channel of healing for all. \nAn in depth dance journey covering various spotted and non-spotted turns\, spirals and circles based on Sufi whirling traditions\, sacred geometry\, and sacred elements\, as well as featuring beautiful and dazzling spins from Iran and Central Asia. \nWe will create a sacred\, supportive space where we can all release whatever energy no longer serves us\, relax and open our heart\, body\, and mind. We will discover the power and mystery of ancient dances and rituals – a gateway for self-growth and spiritual transformation– through movement\, music\, love\, and stillness. \nFarima’s signature project Dance of the Soul combines Persian and Near Eastern sacred and mystical dances\, history\, poetry\, and the Sufi and healing rituals of the Persian\, Turkic\, and Altai Mountains. Having over 20 years of research in the field of performing arts and Persian Dance\, internationally acclaimed and award winning performing artist and dance ethnologist\, has researched and documented various Persian and Central Asian nomadic cultures\, rituals and sacred elements. In collaboration with scholars and Sufi masters of Iran and Turkey\, Farima presents new archeological discoveries and research upon Sufism and its connection to the ancient Sun Goddess and Zoroastrianism\, the human body\, and its symbolic meaning in the Universe along the pathway to the soul. Discover the power of dance as a gateway for self-growth and spiritual transformation through movement\, music\, love\, and stillness. \nNomadic Caravan: Iranian Folk Dances\nSunday Jan. 8th 6:00-7:30 PM \nIranian folk dances reflect the ancient mythical stories\, celebration of solstices\, a tribute to the ancient sacred animals\, Gods\, and mother earth. It reflects lifestyle of people who lead a simple and spiritual nomadic life. They are rhythmic and elegant movements that reflect a nomadic way of living\, beliefs\, work\, struggles\, and battles. We will learn the great mythical history\, costuming\, and diversity of expressive movement vocabulary and dance styles of these nomadic cultures\, which originate from 10000-year-old tradition. \nWe will take a dance journey to Iran and explores the beautiful dances\, culture\, and music of this country. In this workshop\, Farima will teach various/ brief fun folk dances and background history of various nomadic cultures of Iran. \n\nBasket and gypsy style skirt for Basket Dance\nLight hip scarf for Persian Gulf (Khalij Dance)\nSmall hand scarves for Qashqai dance\n\nFarima might have some extra props but not enough for all \nCost is $30.00/Workshop or $75.00 for all 3 with the Full Day Pass \nFollow the link to register and reserve your spot today. Space is limited to 20 participants/class.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/nomad-caravan-dance-workshop/
LOCATION:Bela Diva Dance\, 4309 E Mississippi Ave\, Denver\, CO\, 80246\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20161227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20161230
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20161122T213111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161220T055924Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Persian Art Conference
DESCRIPTION:Persian Classical\, Sacred\, and Folkloric Dance – Persian Art and Letters Conference  \nLecture\, Performances\, and Workshops\nFarima Berenji will present two dance performances\, an Iranian folkloric dance workshop\, a classical Persian dance workshop\, and a lecture upon Persian culture at this prestigious international conference.  \nPersian Dance Performance\nTuesday\, Dec. 27\, 2016\nWednesday. Dec. 28\, 2016\nPersian dance performance by Farima Berenji and Rashid Sadat. \nNomad Caravan: Folk Dances of Iran\nWednesday. Dec. 28\, 2016 1:00-2:30pm\n30 GBP\nWorkshop \nPoetry in Motion: Persian Classical Dance\nThursday. Dec. 29\, 2016 1:00-2:30pm\n30 GBP\nWorkshop \nSacred Dance in Ancient Persia\nThursday. Dec. 29\, 2016 5:15-6:00pm\nA brief lecture on the history of Persian and Indo-Iranian dance. \nPersian Art & Letters Conference Theme: “Iran & Baha’i Faith\, as seen through the Mirror of History”.\nAll plenary sessions will be offered in Persian and English\, with dedicated programs for children and junior youth\, as well as evening entertainment\, arts exhibition\, special visit to the resting-place of Shoghi Effendi\, and much more.\nMore details of conference program… \nRegister…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/persian-art-conference/
LOCATION:Hilton London Heathrow Airport\, Terminal 4\, London Heathrow Airport\, London\, TW6 3AF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Performance,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161216T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161216T223000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20161121T195909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T020742Z
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SUMMARY:A Night with Rumi: Love and Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebration of Rumi’s union with the universe — Shab-i Arus. \nPoetry Recitation in English and Spiritual Music\, Dance\, and Drumming.  Dance performance by Farima Berenji\, music by Mehr Daf Ensemble in collaboration with Todd Javadi and Neema Hakmat. Nineteen artists showcasing their talent! \nTickets: $20 online at  http://Mint.bpt.me
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/shab-i-arus-performance/
LOCATION:Community of Infinite Spirit\, 1540 Hicks Ave.\, San Jose\, CA\, 95125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160706T213035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161208T073835Z
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SUMMARY:Dance of the Soul Sema Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Dance of the Soul\nSacred Dance\, Music\, and Poetry Celebrating Sheb-i Arus\n \nJoin us on a path for healing and self growth through the power of meditative whirling and sacred dance to live music\, mystical poetry\, and Zikr (prayer). With us create a sacred supportive space where we can all open our heart\, body\, and mind.    \nThis night we will be celebrating Sheb-i Arus with whirling dance\, meditation\, and poetry. Sheb-i Arus commemorates the death and thereby union between the Persian mystical poet Rumi and the universe.  \nSpecial guests: \n\nMina Maral\, vocalist \nNima Hafezieh\, musician\n\nPlease bring a potluck dish to share as following the dance there will be a potluck. There is a refrigerator but no oven at the venue. \nSema is a powerful meditation ritual with music\, poetry\, and movement that originated over 700 years ago with the Sufis.  Whirling is the customary dance of Sema whereby one attempts to abandon ego\, pain\, and personal desires and reach the source of all perfection.  Whirling connects us with our center\, our heart.  There are no spectators when we enter this sacred gathering together. “Sema” means “listening”.  Participate with us in this practice of deep listening\, become filled with the energy of blessing\, and create a channel of healing for all of creation. \nWe will open with sacred and mystical Persian poetry and meditation\, journey into whirling\, healing\, and Persian and Near Eastern healing dances/rituals with live music\, then close our gathering with chanting\, drumming\, and sharing.   \nPlease wear comfortable clothing (white or light colored if possible) and bring socks or soft soled shoes to wear. If you choose to turn avoid eating a large meal 2 hours prior. Feel free to bring a poem\, story\, or music to share. Our gathering welcomes musicians and other spiritual or healing teachers to come and share their art. \n$15-25 sliding scale donation. Your donation is greatly appreciated to help cover cost of rent.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dance-of-the-soul/
LOCATION:Center for Creative Living\, 1460 Koll Circle\, Suite C\, San Jose\, CA\, 95112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161211T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160706T213035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160706T213035Z
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SUMMARY:Dance of the Soul Sema Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Dance of the Soul\nSacred Dance\, Music\, and Poetry Celebrating Sheb-i Arus\n \nJoin us on a path for healing and self growth through the power of meditative whirling and sacred dance to live music\, mystical poetry\, and Zikr (prayer). With us create a sacred supportive space where we can all open our heart\, body\, and mind.    \nThis night we will be celebrating Sheb-i Arus with whirling dance\, meditation\, and poetry. Sheb-i Arus commemorates the death and thereby union between the Persian mystical poet Rumi and the universe.  \nSpecial guests: \n\nMina Maral\, vocalist \nNima Hafezieh\, musician\n\nPlease bring a potluck dish to share as following the dance there will be a potluck. There is a refrigerator but no oven at the venue. \nSema is a powerful meditation ritual with music\, poetry\, and movement that originated over 700 years ago with the Sufis.  Whirling is the customary dance of Sema whereby one attempts to abandon ego\, pain\, and personal desires and reach the source of all perfection.  Whirling connects us with our center\, our heart.  There are no spectators when we enter this sacred gathering together. “Sema” means “listening”.  Participate with us in this practice of deep listening\, become filled with the energy of blessing\, and create a channel of healing for all of creation. \nWe will open with sacred and mystical Persian poetry and meditation\, journey into whirling\, healing\, and Persian and Near Eastern healing dances/rituals with live music\, then close our gathering with chanting\, drumming\, and sharing.   \nPlease wear comfortable clothing (white or light colored if possible) and bring socks or soft soled shoes to wear. If you choose to turn avoid eating a large meal 2 hours prior. Feel free to bring a poem\, story\, or music to share. Our gathering welcomes musicians and other spiritual or healing teachers to come and share their art. \n$15-25 sliding scale donation. Your donation is greatly appreciated to help cover cost of rent.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dance-of-the-soul-2/
LOCATION:Center for Creative Living\, 1460 Koll Circle\, Suite C\, San Jose\, CA\, 95112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161204T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20151023T225538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161202T064532Z
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SUMMARY:Halanda Studio Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the holidays with music\, dance\, food\, drinks and lots of holiday cheer! Dance performances from all over the world\, Halanda studio class recitals\, live music and drumming\, open floor dance\, drum circle and more! \nThe Farima Dance Company performs at 4:25pm during this 10th annual studio holiday celebration that showcases the dance talent of many students and instructors at the Halanda Studio. Featuring many multi-award winning dancers and performers including Tatiana\, Alma\, Natika\, Jill\, Hala\, Amanda and more… \nFree! Family friendly. All ages welcome! Invite your communities…  \nFacebook event page \nMore details and schedule…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/halanda-studio-holiday-party/
LOCATION:Halanda Studio\, 1062 Lincoln Ave.\, San Jose\, CA\, 95125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Halanda Studio":MAILTO:info@halanda.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161127T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20161122T002523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161122T073022Z
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SUMMARY:Ancient Persian Sacred Dance
DESCRIPTION:A Brief Lecture Upon Ancient Indo-Iranian Sacred Dances\n\nFrom the beginning of time\, sacred movements and music have brought people together and healed the soul. In ancient Persia\, there were seven sacred animals\, birds\, and flowers believed to have carried the spirit of the Gods. Numerous archeological antiquities and temples have been found that show the connection between animals and dance. These animals were a symbol of the power of life and represented as a spiritual instrument and these seven sacred birds each represented a certain Persian God or Goddess. These rituals and movements are considered the earliest known form of Persian dance and the origin of sacred dance. The origins of Iranian Shamanic rituals\, sacred circles\, and the mysteries of Sema will also be discussed.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/ancient-persian-sacred-dance/
LOCATION:Center for Creative Living\, 1460 Koll Circle\, Suite C\, San Jose\, CA\, 95112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161118T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161118T213000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160821T062607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T212555Z
UID:9960-1479499200-1479504600@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Song of the Soul
DESCRIPTION:An enchanting evening of mystical and sacred dance\, music\, and poetry of Persia and Turkey with dance performances by Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective. Music by Gabriel Gold\, Caravan El Noor\, Sufí master musician Jim Blum and special guest\, world renowned Sufí master musician Latif Bolat from Turkey.  \nTickets: $20 advance / $25 at door\nDoors open at 7:30pm. \nVisit our Facebook event page for details and discussion. \nFarima Berenji\n“I cannot put the concert from tonight in words. Emotional\, full of energy\, oneness and beauty. Especially the last two songs and Farima’s powerful and emotional Sufi whirling left me so affected. I am still shaking from the energy. Will never forget this concert. Thank you again and I hope there will be many more.” \n—Meral Ozturk – Manchester\, England\, on Seven Cities of Love\n\nFarima Berenji is an Iranian-born scholar and an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer\, instructor\, lecturer\, dance ethnologist\, and archaeologist specializing in classical\, folkloric\, and sacred dances of Persia and the Silk Road. Her training spans a lifetime of intensive collaboration and research with master artists\, scholars\, and spiritual teachers worldwide. She is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, a worldwide collaborative devoted to teach dance technique\, interpret\, illustrate\, present\, and perform dances of the Silk Road. Farima performs\, offers workshops\, and lectures worldwide upon request and has appeared in the US\, UK\, Austria\, Czech Republic\, Turkey\, Mauritius\, and Iran. Read more.. \nLatif Bolat\nRegrettably\, Latif Bolat is unable to come.  We are sorry for the late notice as well as the opportunity lost for him to join us in bringing this wonderful concert to you.  \nGabriel Gold\n“A mystical\, angelic voice and music that moves one to journey through both the deep joy and sorrows of the Soul.”—Grace Cathedral\, San Francisco\, CA \nGabriel Gold is a San Francisco\, CA\, USA based multi-instrumentalist (a pioneer of the Handpan\, a steel melodic percussion instrument)\, composer and acoustic researcher\, specializing in the study of sacred resonant spaces. His current work is founded on inspiring deeper connections to “sacred spaces” around the world\, both natural and man-made and to help bring awareness to the need to protect and honor them. A selection of Gabriel’s past works include: his latest album “Halo”\, recorded in acoustically resonant sacred spaces throughout the world; his “Healing Voice” workshops and singing circles\, through which he has personally supported thousands of people on the journey of developing a spiritual and fulfilling relationship to their singing voices; the musical score for four feature length ballets with Labayen Dance Co. and Mudita Arts Ballet\, and others. Read more.. \nSimorgh Dance Collective\nThe Simorgh Dance Collective is a world community of artists devoted to cross-cultural dialogue and artistic collaboration through traditional\, classical\, and sacred dance styles of the Silk Road.  The Collective currently has member companies and artist affiliations in Alaska\, British Columbia\, Turkey\, and the San Francisco Bay Area. Read more.. \nCaravan El Noor\nCaravan El Noor (Caravan of Light) creates and performs devotional chants and dances from various spiritual backgrounds. Inspired by the Universal Sufi tradition\, in which all paths to the Divine are honored\, Caravan El Noor invites audience participation in a call-and-response format that transforms the hearts and mind through sacred mantric phrases and sound. The band includes Jihan “Gigi” Amer as lead vocalist and harmonium player\, Robert Hansen as vocalist\, guitarist\, oud and dotar player\, and Andrew Foehner on tabla\, djembe\, frame drums\, and percussion. Read more.. \nJim Blum\nJim Blum has attended many spiritual workshops and has been a Sufi with the Ruhaniat Sufi order since 1980. He leads Zikr as well as plays many ethnic and western musical instruments for Zikr or Dances of Universal Peace\, including guitar\, harmonium\, clarinet\, soprano saxophone\, violin\, viola\, oboe\, English and French horn\, and others. \nJahmra (Erika Nicholas)\nJahmra participates in events within the Sufi community\, including playing\, and singing for Dances of Universal Peace in the Bay Area.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/song-of-the-soul/
LOCATION:Pacific Cultural Center\, 1307 Seabright Ave\, Santa Cruz\, CA\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161112T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160923T201305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161103T023729Z
UID:10711-1478948400-1478980800@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Fabulous Fall Festival 2016
DESCRIPTION:The Farima Dance Company performs at 1:58pm. \nThe Bay Area Belly Dance And Music Association (BABDAMA) Fabulous Fall Festival features a fabulous line-up of featured dancer performances including live music by Tahneen. Vendors will be selling middle eastern dance apparel\, props\, and accessories all day long. Profits of the festival help benefit the non-profit Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence. BABDAMA is dedicated to the celebration of the arts of Middle Eastern dance.  \nFestival Schedule… \nVisit the Facebook event page…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/fabulous-fall-festival-2016/
LOCATION:Hillview Community Center\, 97 Hillview Ave.\, Los Altos\, CA\, 94022\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay Area Belly Dance and Music Association":MAILTO:info.babdama@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20161029T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20161029T213000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160909T175913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170616T024330Z
UID:10404-1477769400-1477776600@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Journey of the Simorgh
DESCRIPTION:Journey of the Simorgh\n(Based on the Story by Attar) \nA Night of Sacred Dance\, Music\, and Poetry.  \nAn incredible lineup of world renowned artists join together to take you on an amazing sacred journey!  Includes a dance performance by the Simorgh Dance Collective of Turkey (Farima Dance Company). \n\nJourney of the Simorgh \nFarima Berenji (Iran\, Azerbaijan\, USA) – Director\, Choreographer.\nInternationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer\, instructor\, and dance ethnologist. \nRashid Shadat (Uzbekistan\, UK) – Dance\, Poetry.\nInternationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer\, instructor\, and actor. \nFaysal Macit (Turkey) – Daf\, Voice.\nAcclaimed Master of Sufi Music\, Percussionist\, vocalist\, and instructor. \nAdor Hooyar (Iran) Tanbour\, Daf\, Voice.\nAcclaimed Iranian Sufi musician\, vocalist\, and instructor. \nVarol Ozkaner (Turkey) Guitar.\nAcclaimed artist\, photographer\, and musician. \nTickets: 45 TL \nTickets may be purchased at:\nKadikoy Halk Eğitim Merkezi Istanbul\nPhone: (0216) 336 1200 \nor \nFarima Berenji\nhttp://farimadance.com\ninfo@farimadance.com\nPhone: (0542) 2328662 \nor any Simorgh Dance Collective dancer or musician. \nVisit our Facebook event page for details and discussion.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/journey-of-the-simorgh-2016/
LOCATION:Kadıköy Halk Eğitim Merkezi\, Asım Gündüz Cd Bahariye Cd. No39 Kadıköy\, Istanbul\, 34156\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20161015T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20161015T223000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20161010T211100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161011T004517Z
UID:10839-1476563400-1476570600@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Simorgh Concert
DESCRIPTION:Simorgh Concert Contemporary and traditional music performance with \nFaisal Macit (Daf\, Percussion\, Vocals)\nGülşah Bulut (Violin\, Vocals)\nHalil Tan (Santer\, Oud\, Guitar\, Vocals)\nFeride Duman (Clarinet\, Vocals)\nDiren Taş (Bass\, Vocals) \nAlso with dance performance by Farima Berenji. \nTicket outlets\n-J Art\n-Taav Breakfast room (Rasimpaşa neighborhood Majid ERBUDAK Sok. No: 52) \nFor reservations and information\nJ ART\n0545 849 39 81\njisanatkadikoy@gmail.co \nVisit the Facebook event page for more details.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/simorgh-concert/
LOCATION:Ji Sanat – Kadıköy\, Rasimpaşa mah (Yeldeğirmeni). Macit Erbudak sok.no: 66/A\, Istanbul\, Turkey
ORGANIZER;CN="J Art":MAILTO:jisanatkadikoy@gmail.co
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20161013T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20161013T220000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160927T000439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160927T000707Z
UID:10764-1476387000-1476396000@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Sufism Meets Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Sufism Meets Meditation
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/sufism-meets-meditation/
LOCATION:Ankara\, Ankara\, Turkey
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20160930T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20161002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160907T214735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160907T214847Z
UID:10365-1475262000-1475427600@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Shamanic Journey
DESCRIPTION:A weekend immersion of ancient ritual dances and whirling\, Indo-Iranian shamanic healing\, and zikr. \nWe will take on the path of the ancients\, a journey of discovery\, in space and time… reconnecting with our ancient ancestors through sacred ritual dances\, music\, and prayers! \nThis special weekend retreat will include: \n\nZar\nZikr\nSufi Whirling\nAncient Ritual Dances\nGawati (Medicine Dance)\nDrum Circle and Chanting\nIndo-Iranian Shamanic Healing and Mantras\nFarima’s 4-Element Breath Meditation\nPersonal Shamanic Healing with Farima (optional or upon request)\nSacred dance performance by Simorgh Dance Collective\n\nPayment\nPayment of 380 TL includes: \n\nStay at Badem Han Butik Pansiyon\nFriday and Saturday night dinner\nSaturday and Sunday breakfast\nAll workshops and healing rituals with Farima\nSacred dance performance by Simorgh Dance Collective\n\nPayment does not include lunches. \nSchedule\n\nRetreat starts Friday\, Sept. 30 at 19:00 with a small Sacred dance performance\nSaturday and Sunday includes rituals and Shamanic Healing\nRetreat ends Sunday at 17:00.\n\nFarima Berenji\nAward winning Dance Ethnologist and internationally acclaimed dance artist\, choreographer\, instructor\, and an archaeologist specializing in ancient\, sacred\, classical\, and folkloric dances of Persia\, Ionia\, and the Silk Road. Recognized as one of a few world scholarly experts of ancient and mystical Iranian dance ethnology\, she travels worldwide to record\, research\, lecture\, perform\, educate\, and to inspire dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through dance and movement. As a Magi (Iranian Shaman)\, Sufi and Semazen\, Farima is an exceptionally inspiring instructor strongly connected to spirituality and healing. She seeks to lead people to the historic beauty and richness of Persia and the Silk Road culture and to aid them find inner bliss through dance\, music\, and spirituality. Farima teaches her own original findings\, methods\, techniques\, and exercises to uncover the connection between the soul and dance movement. Read more…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/shamanic-journey/
LOCATION:Badem Han Retreat Center\, Çeltik Köyü İç Yolu\, 22880\, Çeltik\, Edirne\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Istanbul:20160927T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Istanbul:20160927T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160902T175404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160916T191300Z
UID:10195-1475002800-1475010000@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Sufi Whirling Workshop for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basic technique of Sufi whirling (Iranian and Turkish style)\, history\, and theory. Farima’s teachings are based on Indo-Iranian ancient rituals\, science of whirling\, and the sacred geometry of whirling. We will learn essential techniques of whirling preparation\, maintaining balance and posture\, controlling dizziness\, self-focus during turning\, breath work\, and more. \nFor this workshop please wear comfortable clothing\, whirling skirt (optional)\, socks or soft-soled shoes. Avoid eating a large meal 2 hours prior.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/basic-sema-workshop/
LOCATION:Shaman Dance Theater\,  Çelebi Mahallesi Mücadele Çıkmazı No:11 Beyoğlu\, Istanbul\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160924T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160904T080850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160913T064734Z
UID:10272-1474725600-1474736400@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Anchorage Welcoming Week Performance
DESCRIPTION:The Simorgh Dance Collective of Alaska performs dances of the Silk Road at the Bridge Builder’s celebration concluding Anchorage Welcoming Week 2016.  The celebration highlights Anchorage diversity and will feature booths hosted by local\, state\, and federal agencies as well as non-profits\, businesses\, and cultural community groups.  \nThe Simorgh Dance Collective of Alaska will be performing at 4:15pm.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/anchorage-welcoming-week/
LOCATION:Northway Mall\, 3101 Penland Parkway\, Anchorage\, AK\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160828T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160828T220000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160803T044727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181031T234845Z
UID:9563-1472412600-1472421600@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Awakening: Dance Performances and Sema Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Denman Island Community Hall for an inspiring evening of dance performances and Sema (AKA Sufi whirling) with international dance artist and scholar Farima Berenji. The evening starts with Persian traditional and sacred dance performances by Farima\, the Simorgh Dance Collective\, as well as dancers attending the Awakening Seven Persian Goddesses retreat.  Following the dance performances\, with Farima’s guidance we will learn personal and spiritual Sema (Sufi Whirling) as well as other turning practices\, while listening to sacred poetry and music. \nDoors open 7:30 Performances 8-9:00PM\nSema Gathering 9:00-10:00PM\nSliding Scale Admission\, payable at the door: $10-$20 \nAll are welcome! \nOff islanders\, this event is timed so that you can catch the last ferry leaving Denman Island for Buckley Bay at 10:40pm and the Community Hall is walking distance to the ferry. \nDon’t hesitate to contact Cathy Stoyko if you have any questions by message or phone 250 218-0704. \n*Those that wish to participate in the Sema Gathering following the performances are encouraged to wear white or light coloured clothing.  Socks or soft soled shoes are recommended for whirling.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/awakening-performances-and-sema/
LOCATION:Denman Island Hall\, Northwest Road\, Denman Island\, British Columbia\,  V0R 1T0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Cathy Stoyko":MAILTO:cdstoyko@uniserve.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160825
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160829
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160425T173203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160503T035025Z
UID:5961-1472083200-1472428799@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Awakening Goddess Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us on beautiful Denman Island for a full immersion/retreat focusing on Farima Berenji’s signature project\, “Awakening” – Sacred Dances\, History\, and Rituals of Persia\, Mesopotamia\, and Ionia. \nWe will take the path of the ancients\, a journey of discovery\, in space and time…reconnecting with the ancient Goddesses and sacred elements of Persia and the Near East. Drinking deeply from hidden wells of inspiration\, now being revealed in our time\, we will re-discover ourselves in the process. Join us on an exciting and unique journey of personal transformation as we awaken these figures on beautiful Denman Island. \nIn many cultures it is believed that each woman is the embodiment of a Goddess\, a divine feminine energy. To stay in harmony with ourselves it is important to acknowledge and embrace this energy. In this journey\, we will gather in the mystical circle of women to the Seven Holy Immortals\, (Goddesses) of ancient Persia and honor the Goddess within. We will create a sacred\, supportive space where we can all release whatever energy no longer serves us\, relax and open both heart\, body\, and mind. We will explore the magic within us\, and spirituality about us. We will discover the power and mystery of dance—a gateway for self-growth and spiritual transformation—through sacred movement\, music\, love\, and stillness. In that space\, the promptings of the Inner Divine are found and loving kindness and compassion flow naturally into our daily life. \nLocation\nThe Denman Island Community Hall\, Denman Island\, BC will be our center for the duration of the retreat but we will make several outings. Invocations\, ancient Indo-Iranian rituals\, dancing\, whirling\, Zoroastrian mantras\, and zikr aka sufi meditations will take place at various magical island locations. We will literally move within the elements relating to the various Goddesses. \nThe Denman Island Community Hall is centrally located in “Downtown Denman” and is within walking distance to the ferry terminal\, emporium/cafe\, general store\, guest house/bistro\, Peircy Farm Market/Chuckwagon Cafe and several other amenities. \nTentative Schedule\nDay 1 – Thursday\, Aug. 25th\n5:30-7:00 pm – Arrivals and Greetings \nOptional meet and greet dinner at Peircy Farm (dinner is not included in the retreat fee). Includes meeting Farima\, a historic background and introduction to sacred/temple dances of Indo-Iran and Ionia\, an overview of the weekend plan\, Q/A and discussion. \n7:00-8:00 pm – Opening Ritual Ceremony.\nProcessions\, Chanting\, Offerings. \n8:00-10:00 pm – Awakening Daena\nRituals\, Ancient Persian Mystical and Temple Dance (Partner and Group)\, Poetry in Motion\, Mystical Beauty and Self-Rejuvenation\, and Sharing Circle. \nDay 2 – Friday\, Aug. 26th\n11:00-11:30 am – Meditation and Visualization – Breath Work \n11:30 – 1:30 pm – Awakening Armaiti and Awakening Haurvatat\nRituals\, Sacred Circles and Spirals\, Ancient Persian Prayer Dance\, Balancing Negative and Positive Energies\, and Sharing Circle. There will be breaks for snacks in between workshops \n3:00-5:00 pm – Awakening Anahita and Awakening Ahurani or Ufratu\nRituals\, Water Therapy and Healing Movements\, Dance and Whirling based on Water Element\, and Sharing Circle. There will be breaks for snacks in between workshops. \n5:00-8:00 – Dinner Break (Potluck at beach optional) \n8:00-10:00 pm – Awakening Artemis\nRituals\, Ancient Persian Warrior Dances and Movements\, and Processions. Ancient Persian Mystical Dance and Whirling based on the Astrological Energy of the Moon\, and Sharing Circle. \nDay 3 – Saturday\, Aug. 27th\n9:00-11:00 – Free store and Saturday market outing (optional) \n11:00-11:30 am – Meditation and Visualization – Breath Work \n11:30 – 1:30 pm – Awakening Homa\nRituals\, Veil Dance\, Ecstatic Dance\, Circles and Spirals\, Scarf Dance\, Whirling based on Air/Wind Element\, and Sharing Circle. \n3:00-5:00 pm – Awakening Ameretat (Workshop in the Forest at Fillongly Park)\nRituals\, Processions\, Offerings\, Nature Therapy and Healing Movements\, Dance and Whirling Based on Flowers and Trees\, and Sharing Circle. \n5:00-6:00 – Priestess Crown Making\nWith Cathy Stoyko at the back hall. We will collect flowers and leaves for crowns on previous outings\, all other tools and materials provided. \n7:00-8:00 pm – Dinner Break\nPotluck at beach optional. \n8:00-10:00 pm or longer – Sacred Circle (The Cave)\nAncient Indo-Iranian Shamanic Healing Rituals\, Zoroastrian Mantras\, Chanting\, Drumming\, Gowati (Calling on the Ancestors)\, Medicine Dance\, and Zar.\n*Optional attendance – due to steep climbing this is an optional gathering and it is at your own risk. Retreat will not be responsible for lost or damage of your items or minor injuries. \nDay 4 – Sunday\, Aug. 28th\n11:00-11:30 am – Meditation and Visualization – Breath Work \n11:30 – 1:30 pm – Awakening Mitra\nRituals\, Candle Dance\, Fire Therapy and Healing Movements\, Dance and Whirling based on Fire Element and the Sun \n1:30-2:00 Break for snacks\, rest \n2:00-3:30 pm – Closing Ritual Ceremony\nProcessions\, Sacred Markings\, Sharing Circle\, and Ancient Persian Prayer in Dance. \n3:00-5:00 pm – Late lunch \n5:00-6:00 – Rehearsal for performances in the “Front Hall”\nPerformance is optional for retreat students but rehearsal is mandatory for those performing for the evening show and Awakening Artemis Dance. \n6:00-7:30 pm – Dinner Break\nPotluck at Hall. \n7:30-10:00 Performances and Sema Gathering (Whirling)\nOpen community event. \nRegistration\nRetreat fee $385 CND ($350 for Simorgh Collective members). \nA deposit of $150 received by June 10th\, 2016 will secure your registration. Deposit can be sent by mail/cheque\, dropped off in person at the Abbey Studio in Cumberland or sent by email $ transfer.  \nFee includes all workshops\, outings\, evening events AND light lunches on Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday as well as healthy snacks throughout the day. Retreat fee does not include accommodations\, breakfasts\, or dinners. We will share potluck dinners and participants will have access to the hall kitchen to store and prepare food. \nAfter registration you will receive details on what to bring for the workshops and retreat. \nContact\nCathy Stoyko\nCathy Stoyko on Facebook\nemail cdstoyko@uniserve.com or call (250) 218-0704 for details or make arrangements. \nCheques should be made to Cathy Stoyko and mailed to: \nCathy Stoyko\nBox 1196\nCumberland B.C. V0R 1S0 \nAccommodations\nThere are several accommodation options available in a broad price range\, many with walking distance to where we meet at the Denman Island Community Hall. \nBudget options\nStay with your friends on the island\, camp at Heather Hilberry’s Farm (contact Cathy Stoyko for details)\, camp at Fillongly Park Beach (call 250-474-1336 to reserve)\, or stay at Denman Island Guest House and Bistro (for private or shared room options). \nMid range/B&B’s\n\nHawthorn House (within walking distace to hall) 1 (250) 335-0905\nFillongly Forest B&B AKA Norma’s Place near Fillongly Park \nBlue Owl B&B aka Julie’s place —Private cottage walking distance to Graham Lake (nice place to swim!)\nErik and Basha’s Farm Guesthouse —private house can be shared with up to 4 people.\n\nFor general info about Denman Island and more accomodation options visit http://www.denmanisland.com/ \nTransportation\nTo visit Denman Island\, you need to catch a small ferry at Buckley Bay ferry terminal on Vancouver Island. The ferry ride is only 10 minutes. For the latest up-to-date ferry schedules and fares\, please visit the BC Ferries website.  Travel to Vancouver Island is by air\, or car ferry from Vancouver\, WA. For information about the major routes from Vancouver to Vancouver Island\, please see the BC Ferries website (above). \nIf you are not familiar with the area and need assistance in finding accommodations or have any other question please feel free to contact Cathy Stoyko at (250) 218-0704 or e-mail. \nAbout Farima Berenji and her Awakening Project\nLed by award winning\, internationally acclaimed dance artist\, scholar\, ethnologist\, and archaeologist\, Farima Berenji\, you will be introduced to rituals celebrating the grace and joy of life and to a society where and when women were honored and people lived in harmony with each other and with nature. Come be introduced to a place where women were known as Goddesses and a Goddess was revered as the source of life. \nFrom the beginning of time\, sacred movements and music have brought people together and healed the soul. In Awakening\, Farima has combined the sacred phrases\, chants\, music\, and movements from many spiritual traditions to help touch the spiritual essence within us and to help us recognize it in others. These fundamental elements compose the ancient\, contemporary\, and devotional roots of sacred dance.\nFarima will teach her own findings\, methods\, techniques\, researchers\, and exercises that make the connection between soul and movement and that makes one an artist not just a dancer. She will show you how dance depicts the creation of the Universe through a spinning series of fantastic formations\, metamorphoses\, and rhythms. \nFarima will introduce you to ancient and contemporary Persian knowledge in a way that will make you proud to be a woman and yourself. Farima’s vision is to bring back the light and the power of the divine feminine\, the Goddesses and Lionesses\, through dance\, education\, and a sense of wonder and reverence.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/awakening-goddess-retreat/
LOCATION:Denman Island\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Retreat
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160822
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160425T172835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160803T041749Z
UID:5957-1471564800-1471823999@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Atmosphere Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Atmosphere Gathering 2016 \nAtmosphere Gathering is an annual August music and dance festival gathering. Farima Berenji will appear among the performers. It is an intimate family friendly event\, kids 12 and under free with parents. \nTickets.. \nFacebook event…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/atmosphere-gathering/
LOCATION:Atmosphere Gathering\, 7th St and Dunsmuir Ave\, Cumberland\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160818T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160803T042654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T000228Z
UID:9562-1471543200-1471550400@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Jaheli (Baba Karam) Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn a fun Baba Karam choreography by dance artist\, instructor\, and scholar Farima Berenji.   \nJaheli or Baba Karam is a playful imitation of the machismo style of dance done by the working class men of Tehran. The dance illustrates typical movements inspired by tough street gang members of the Qajar era known as “Jahel”. Jâheli is part of an Iranian sub-culture that has its origins in the 9th and 10th century\, a period when Turkic and Mongol marauders were present in eastern Iran. Local\, informal constabularies were formed to protect each town or village and the men of these groups\, called jâhel (meaning “ignorant” in Farsi)\, along with women\, developed a subculture and dance with a mixture of street smarts and spirituality. Today the dance is also performed by women\, and also sometimes Baba Karam refers to as a term for contemporary Persian Hip-Hop dancing. \nPre-register soon as space is limited. Contact Cathy Stoyko to register by email cdstoyko@uniserve.com or by phone (250) 218-0704
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/jaheli-baba-karam-workshop/
LOCATION:Abbey Studio\,  2687 Penrith Ave.\, Cumberland\, BC\, V0R 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Cathy Stoyko":MAILTO:cdstoyko@uniserve.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160801
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160510T161955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160702T060841Z
UID:5994-1469750400-1470009599@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Haft Sema Workshop and Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Haft Sema – Haft Magham\n(7 Sema – 7 Modes)\nSufi Whirling and Iranian Sufi Music Retreat\nThree day intensive Sema (Sufi whirling) training and healing workshop for the seven styles of Sufi whirling based on the ancient Persian seven sacred elements of life.   \nWith master instructor Farima Berenji\,award winning dance ethnologist\, shaman\, and master of Iranian mystical and Sufi whirling tradition. \nThe number seven has been a sacred and symbolic expression among the Indo-Iranian culture.  For ancient Iranians\, Mesopotamian and Zoroastrian sacred traditions\, the number Seven means “Worship of the Seven Creations or Yazatas\,” including seven sacred animals\, birds\, flowers\, colors\, elements\, planets\, music modes… believed to have carried the spirit of the divine.  \nIt was believed that a mystical seeker or whirler must manifest all the seven creations in order to become one with the Divine.  These sacred movements and healing rituals later became the traditions of Iranian Sufi path in Greater Khorasan (Land of the Iranian Mystics) and are the origins of Sema (Sufi Whirling) movements. \nThe retreat and workshop will include and focus on: \n\nAncient Iranian Mystical Sema based on the Sacred Birds\nAncient Iranian Mystical Sema based on the Sacred Animals \nAncient Iranian Mystical Sema based on the Sacred Creation Elements\n Ancient Iranian Mystical Sema based on the Sacred Flower and Sacred Geometry\n Ancient Iranian Mystical Sema based on the Sacred Planets and Sun (Mithraism)\nTurkish (Mevlavi) and Baktashi Sema\nKhorasan and Uyghur Sema\n\n \nThe retreat will also focus on: \n\nAncient Indo-Iranian Shamanic rituals\nFarima’s 4-element breath work training\nPersian mystical poetry and poetry in motion\nAncient Indo-Iranian Shamanic Rituals and Gwati (Medicine Dance)\nIranian Zikr (Sufi Prayers) and movement therapy based on Seven Maghams (Sufi Music Modes)\n\n \nLocation\nThe retreat will be held in the magical and ancient village of Çirali at the Myland Nature Hotel Retreat Center (http://mylandnature.com). \nFee\nFull package: workshop\, lodging and breakfast at the Myland Nature Hotel Retreat Center (lodging is based on a 4 person-shared room):\n     Non-member: 625 TL\n     Simorgh Members: 550 TL \nWorkshop Only\n     Non-member: 400 TL\n     Simorgh Members: 325 TL \nRegistration and deposit is required by July 10th \nInexpensive Accommodations\nCamping at the Garden area of the retreat center.\nNearby Camping Sites.\nNearby Hotels and Motels are also available.  \nMore details and images available at our Facebook event page.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/haft-sema-workshop-and-retreat/
LOCATION:Myland Nature Hotel\, Çirali\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160725
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160701T224914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T035739Z
UID:6456-1469232000-1469404799@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Dance of the Soul
DESCRIPTION:Iranian and Turkish Sufi dance workshop with Shamanic rituals.  In collaboration with Sufi musicians of Ankara. Workshop and Performance by Farima and Oğuz Kaan Birhekimoğlu. \nJoin us on a path for healing and self-growth through the power of meditative whirling and sacred dance to live music\, mystical Persian poetry\, and Zikr (prayer). With us create a sacred supportive space where we can all open our heart\, body\, and mind. \nIncluded will be a short Sufi whirling training workshop helping people of all experience levels to whirl for a sustained period. \nWe will open with sacred and mystical Persian poetry and meditation\, journey into whirling\, healing\, and Persian and Near Eastern healing dances/rituals with live music\, then close our gathering with chanting\, drumming\, and sharing. \n1) Welcome – Introduction (Farima’s teaching on Iranian\, Turkish and Central Asian Sema)\n2) Farima’s 4 Element breathing meditation\n3) Sufi Music: The Ney\n4) Open floor Sema (Sufi Whirling) Dance and Demonstration\n5) Candlelight Zikr and Iranian Shamanic Rituals\n6) Discussion
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dance-of-the-soul-ankara/
LOCATION:Neyzen Kahvehanesi\, Koyunpazarı yokuşu Karakaş Sokak 4-b Samanpazarı\, Ankara\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160714T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160714T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160701T230206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160701T231458Z
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SUMMARY:Galactic Travels Radio Interview
DESCRIPTION:Farima shares her favorite music and passions as special guest during this radio interview on KZSU 90.1 FM Stanford University.  Listen live on kzsu.stanford.edu.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/galactic-travels-radio-interview/
LOCATION:Stanford University\, Palo Alto\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160707T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160707T220000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160701T232212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160701T232212Z
UID:6460-1467923400-1467928800@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Indo-Iranian Tribal Bandari
DESCRIPTION:Special workshop in Bandari\, an Indo-Iranian tribal style dance from Southern Iran.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/indo-iranian-tribal-bandari/
LOCATION:Halanda Studio\, 1062 Lincoln Ave.\, San Jose\, CA\, 95125\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160623T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160630T220000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160615T021426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160615T035052Z
UID:6037-1466713800-1467324000@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Jaheli (Baba Karam) Dance Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Jaheli (Baba Karam) Dance Workshopwith Farima Berenji \nJaheli or Baba Karam is a playful imitation of the machismo style of dance done by the working class men of Tehran.  The dance illustrates typical movements inspired by tough street gang members of the Qajar era known as “Jahel”. Jâheli is part of an Iranian sub-culture that has its origins in the 9th and 10th century\, a period when Turkic and Mongol marauders were present in eastern Iran.  Local\, informal constabularies were formed to protect each town or village and the men of these groups\, called jâhel (meaning “ignorant” in Farsi)\, along with women\, developed a subculture and dance with a mixture of street smarts and spirituality.  Today the dance is also performed by women\, and also sometimes Baba Karam refers to as a term for contemporary Persian Hip-Hop dancing.     \nAll new dances will be performed for our upcoming Fall and Winter performances.  Students MUST attend all workshop classes and rehearsals to be placed in the performance. \nBoth men and women are welcome! Bring a fedora and shawl as props. \nJaheli (Baba Karam) Dance Workshop\, June 23 and 30\, 2016\nAll days paid in advance: $40\nDrop-in: $30
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/jaheli-dance-workshop/
LOCATION:Halanda Studio\, 1062 Lincoln Ave.\, San Jose\, CA\, 95125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160619T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160619T184500
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160517T021057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160523T155013Z
UID:5997-1466359200-1466361900@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Palo Alto World Music Day
DESCRIPTION:Palo Alto World Music Day is a free community cultural music festival that takes place every year on Father’s Day in downtown Palo Alto. Closed to traffic\, University Avenue becomes an impromptu venue for fifty professional and amateur musical groups who perform a variety of genres on street corners and plazas: jazz\, blues\, classical\, pop\, rock\, klezmer\, Greek\, Balkan\, Indian\, World Music\, choral\, and dance!  This is a fun and unique family event not to be missed!  Over 20\,000 people attended in 2015.  The celebration runs from 3:00pm to 7:30pm \nParticipants may watch and are invited to join the Farima Dance Company in dances of the Silk Road from 6:00 to 6:45pm.  They will be performing outside HanaHaus\, 456 University\, the former Varsity Theater\, pictured below. \n  \nView photos of Palo Alto World Music Day 2015 \nProgram for Palo Alto World Music Day
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/palo-alto-world-music-day/
LOCATION:HanaHous\, 456 University Avenue\, Palo Alto\, CA\, 94301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160612T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160612T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160524T212459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160607T012749Z
UID:6018-1465736400-1465747200@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:June HaflAdira
DESCRIPTION:HaflAdira June 2016 The Farima Dance Company will perform dances of the Silk Road at 1:42pm during the June HaflAdira showcase of dances.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/june-hafladira/
LOCATION:Adiras Dance and Costume\, 2038 Lincoln Ave\, San Jose\, CA\, 95125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Adira Dance and Costume":MAILTO:adira@adiradance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160529T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160425T162907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160425T163117Z
UID:5953-1464534000-1464541200@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Colors of Spring Dance Festival
DESCRIPTION:Dancing Colors of Spring\, May 29\, 2016\, San Francisco \nThe fifth annual Dancing Colors of Spring dance showcase hosted by Hai Yan Jackson Chinese Dance and Stanford University Chinese Dance features a performance by the Farima Dance Company.  \nFor tickets call (415) 851-1140.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/colors-of-spring-dance-festival/
LOCATION:Herbst Theatre\, 401 Van Ness Avenue\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Istanbul:20160523T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Istanbul:20160523T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160208T172423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160517T201013Z
UID:5779-1464026400-1464037200@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Dances of Uzbekistan Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Dances of Uzbekistan Workshop with Farima Berenji and Rashid Shadat \nJourney by the legendary Silk Road to Uzbekistan and learn the Central Asian dance tradition\, culture\, and history that have existed for two thousand years. \nAn amazing opportunity to learn the dances and history from internationally acclaimed artists and scholars. We will learn the great history and cross-cultural influence of Uzbekistan and its arts to the world and learn various dance styles including Bukhara\, Ferghana\, and Khorezm. \nThese dances traded influence with the dance cultures of India\, China\, Persia and Arabia and all the way to Europe. \nWorkshop will be followed by a concert on May 22 with Farima Berenji\, Latif Bolat\, Rashid Shadat\, and the Simorgh Dance Collective of Turkey. \nPrice\n150 TL for 3 hr. of workshop. Pre-registration is required. Registration ends April 10th. \nNote: Workshop and concert is free for those joining Farima’s Mystical Tour of Turkey. \nRashid Shadat\nRashid Shadat is a well-known performer\, originally from Tashkent\, Uzbekistan. His work in Central Asia included lead roles in popular films during early 2000’s\, plus regular TV appearances and as a daily radio host on Auto Radio Hamroh FM102. \nNow living in London\, Rashid has expanded his portfolio to include work as an extra in big budget films. In 2015 alone he worked on Spectre (James Bond)\, Star Wars: The Force Awakens\, Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation and the new Bourne Identity film being released in 2016. Currently he is working as an extra on the remake of the classic superhero film\, Wonder Woman. \nIn addition to film\, Rashid is also well known in London as a host for cultural and arts events\, and starred in his own one-man show\, Dervish\, at the Lion and Unicorn Theatre in 2012. \nWith 10 years of theatre experience including acting and directing\, Rashid is also a well known folk dancer\, having performed at dance and music festivals in London\, Sweden\, Greece and Germany over the last five years. \nFarima Berenji\nExtended biography…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dances-of-uzbekistan-workshop/
LOCATION:Cadde Dans Atölyesi\, İskele Sokak Kozacıoğlu Apt. No:4 D:8 Caddebostan\, Istanbul\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Istanbul:20160522T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Istanbul:20160522T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T151241
CREATED:20160330T180400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160426T174858Z
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SUMMARY:A Mystical Journey Through The Silk Road
DESCRIPTION:A Mystical Journey Through the Silk Road \nMusic\, dance\, and poetry of the Silk Road with Farima Berenji\, Latif Bolat\, Sadegh Azmand\, Rashid Shadat\, and the Simorgh Dance Collective of Turkey. \nFarima Berenji\nFarima Berenji is an Iranian-born scholar and an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer\, instructor\, lecturer\, dance ethnologist\, and archaeologist specializing in classical\, folkloric\, and sacred dances of Persia and the Silk Road. Her training spans a lifetime of intensive collaboration and research with master artists\, scholars\, and spiritual teachers worldwide. She is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, a worldwide collaborative devoted to teach dance technique\, interpret\, illustrate\, present\, and perform dances of the Silk Road. Farima performs\, offers workshops\, and lectures worldwide upon request and has appeared in the US\, UK\, Austria\, Czech Republic\, Turkey\, Mauritius\, and Iran. Read more.. \nLatif Bolat\nLatif Bolat\, one of the most renowned Turkish musicians now living in North America\, is a Turkish musician\, vocalist\, composer\, and scholar of Turkish music and folklore.  He has presented concerts and lectures at colleges\, universities\, performing arts institutions and festivals across the US\, Canada\, England\, Ireland\, Australia\, New Zealand\, Bulgaria\, Philippines\, Scotland\, Singapore\, Indonesia and Turkey. With a vast repertory that includes songs in classical\, folk and Sufi mystic music styles\, he accompanies his singing on the baglama (long-necked lute)\, and various other traditional instruments from the Turkish folk music tradition. Read more.. \nRashid Shadat\nRashid Shadat is a well-known performer\, originally from Tashkent\, Uzbekistan. His work in Central Asia included lead roles in popular films during early 2000’s\, plus regular TV appearances and as a daily radio host on Auto Radio Hamroh FM102.  Now living in London\, Rashid has expanded his portfolio to include work as an extra in big budget films. In 2015 alone he worked on Spectre (James Bond)\, Star Wars: The Force Awakens\, Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation and the new Bourne Identity film being released in 2016. Currently he is working as an extra on the remake of the classic superhero film\, Wonder Woman. In addition to film\, Rashid is also well known in London as a host for cultural and arts events\, and starred in his own one-man show\, Dervish\, at the Lion and Unicorn Theatre in 2012. With 10 years of theatre experience including acting and directing\, Rashid is also a well known folk dancer\, having performed at dance and music festivals in London\, Sweden\, Greece and Germany over the last five years. \nSadegh Azmand\nSadegh Azmand is an internationally acclaimed Sufi musician and singer from Iran. Since the age of 6\, Sadegh has been studying Sufi Music and Tanboor with world Sufi Music Masters. At the age of 17\, Sadegh he started his vocal training in Iranian Sufi Music.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/mystical-journey-through-the-silk-road/
LOCATION:Levent Kırca Kültür Merkezi\, Bahariye Cd. Ünertan Pasajı No:35 Kadıköy\, Istanbul\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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