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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Istanbul:20160521T190000
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CREATED:20160520T164325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160520T172148Z
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SUMMARY:Beginning Sufi Whirling Technique Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Beginning Sufi Whirling Technique Workshop
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/beginning-sufi-whirling-technique-workshop/
LOCATION:OSHO MEDİTASYON MERKEZİ\, Kışlak Sokak No: 28\, 34470. RUMELİHİSARI\, Istanbul\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Istanbul:20160515T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Istanbul:20160515T220000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T185338Z
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SUMMARY:Classical Persian and Sacred Dance Workshop and Concert
DESCRIPTION:Classical Persian and Sacred Dance Workshop and Concert \nClassical Persian and sacred dance workshop\, lecture\, and concert with Farima Berenji\, Latif Bolat\, and Varol Ozkaner \n3:00-5:00 pm Classical Persian and sacred dance workshop \n5:30-6:30 pm Lecture and slide show \n6:30-7:00 pm Photography presentation\, Varol Ozkaner \n8:00-10:00 pm Dances of the Silk Road Concert with Farima Berenji\, musician Latif Bolat\, and guest dancers.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/sacred-dance-workshop-and-concert/
LOCATION:Mercin\, Turkey\, Mercin\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Performance,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160514T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160514T143000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20160510T151100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160511T152059Z
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SUMMARY:Santa Clara Intercultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:Santa Clara Intercultural Festival \nFestival of music\, food\, costumes\, and dances of the multifaceted cultures that make up the people of Santa Clara. The Santa Clara County Intercultural Festival is targets all ethnic groups from Santa Clara County to come together for music\, dance\, art\, and food. As part of the festival\, there will be performances from the Black Greek Letter Organizations (BGLO) stepping\, choirs\, and ethnic dances. As for art\, there will be vendors with tables set up expressing their culture through costumes and other businesses. Enjoy food of a variety ethnic cuisines. \nThe Farima Dance Company performs about 1:00 pm. \nVisit The Intercultural Festival on Facebook for more details.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/santa-clara-intercultural-festival/
LOCATION:SJSU Recreational Lawn\, San Jose\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160506
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160509
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20160406T185029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160407T191240Z
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SUMMARY:Shamanic Healing Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Iranian Shamanic Rituals\, Breathing\, and Yoga Retreat \nShamanic healing retreat with sacred dance and whirling. \nThis retreat features daily exercises by Yeşim Kızılkartal for yoga and breathing\, becoming aware of your emotional limits\, and expanding your inner thoughts and feelings. Farima will teach shamanic rituals of Iran and Central Asia including Mevlevi turning movements. Discover within the resources needed for divine power. \nYeşim’s Course Content:\n• Joint yoga and breathing with a link between mind and spirit.\n• Breath adaptive balancing of energy and mood with yoga poses\n* Balancing Parasympathetic nervous system (PNS- physical and emotional relief) and the Sympathetic Nervous System (SNS – stress\, anxiety and nervous) with breathing techniques you can apply to daily life \nFarima’s Course Content:\n* Movement therapy of the four elements and the sacred animals and flowers.\n• Poetry in motion\n• Iranian Shamanic rituals and sacred circles\n• Breathing\n• Meditation study\n• Sound therapy\n• Iranian and the Central Asian turns \nLocation\nAğustos Otel \nQuiet and peaceful walks through the streets between Alaçatı’s historic stone houses encourages physical\, mental and emotional relaxation and you will want to reserve two full days for this retreat in this peaceful location. \nPayment\n800 TL total for 2 nights double occupancy\, including breakfast and all courses.  For a private room participants are required to pay the difference. \nTo reserve\, a deposit of 400 TL must be paid before April 20\, 2016.  Retreat price may change after April 20.  If cancelled\, deposits will be refunded. \nPay to:\nAccount Name: Yeşim Kızılkartal\nAccount Number: IBAN: TR16 0006 2000 2990 0006 6797 16 \nTransportation\nIf desired\, transportation will be provided from the airport to the hotel. \nContact\nYeşim Kızılkartal\nphone: +0535 291 69 22\ne-mail: ykizilkartal@gmail.com \nAdditional details and bios on Facebook
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/shamanic-healing-retreat/
LOCATION:Agustos Otel Alacati\, Fahrettin Altay Caddesi No 55\, Alaçatı\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160418
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20160208T180527Z
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SUMMARY:Persian Sacred and Traditional Dance Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Persian Sacred and Traditional Weekend Dance Intensive with Farima Berenji\nSema Gathering and Dance Performances\nFriday April 15th\, 7:30-10:30pm\nAn evening of dance performances\, poetry\, and Sufi whirling. We will start the evening with dance performances by our special guest Farima. Also\, prepare to see performances by the Simorgh Dance Collective of Comox Valley and guest dancers. 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. Everyone welcome. \nDances of Azerbaijan\nSaturday April 16th\, 10:30am-4:30pm. Includes potluck lunch/Q&A 12:30-1:30pm.\nWe will take the legendary Silk Road to Azerbaijan and learn the history\, culture\, music\, and costuming of Azerbaijan. The people of Azerbaijan are proud\, rich in tradition\, and are extremely melodious. Azeri dances are often performed at formal celebrations such as weddings and birthdays. Azerbaijani dances illustrate the nation and its people. They are distinguished by their quick tempo\, optimism\, and portrayal of bravery. \nThe workshop is followed by a series of fun choreographies such as the flower dance and saucer dance and\, if time\, Farima will teach some Kafkaz/Lezghi style dance! Please make sure to bring with you a set of thimbles and a set of teacup (small) saucers. \nHealing Circle/Zikr\nSaturday April 16th\, 7:30-9:00pm\nFarima will lead a healing circle/Zikr. All welcome. \nDance of the Seven Sacred Birds\nSunday April 17th\, 10:30am-4:30pm. Includes potluck lunch/Q&A 12:30-1:30pm.\nDance styles\, turns\, and healing movements based on the seven sacred Indo-Iranian/Persian birds.\nIn ancient Persia\, there were seven sacred animals\, birds\, and flowers believed to have carried the spirit of the Gods. In this workshop\, students will learn to incorporate the movement\, feeling\, expression\, and healing power of these birds and to discover their own spiritual bird!\nPersian sacred dance is inspired by Persian poetry and miniature artwork. These enchanting movements and feelings come from a ancient past spanning 10\,000 years. 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. \nPrice\nFull weekend dance intensive including Friday and Saturday evening events.\n$175 before March 15th or $225 thereafter \nDance workshops\, one day only 10:30PM-4:30PM (please specify Friday or Saturday)\n$100 before March 15th or $125 thereafter \nRegistration\nRegister ONLINE WITH PAYPAL\nOR\nRegister by mailing a cheque made out to: Cathy Stoyko\, PO Box 1196\, Cumberland B.C. V0R 1S0\nOR\nTo register with cash or cheque at the Abbey Studio\, bring payment to scheduled classes or call to arrange a drop off time: (250) 218-0704 \nMore details on Facebook
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/persian-sacred-traditional-dance/
LOCATION:Abbey Studio\,  2687 Penrith Ave.\, Cumberland\, BC\, V0R 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Cathy Stoyko":MAILTO:cdstoyko@uniserve.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Istanbul:20160327T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Istanbul:20160327T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20160114T224904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160326T154611Z
UID:5634-1459087200-1459098000@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Healing Breath and Movement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Healing Breath and Movement Workshop \nIntense stress and environment affects our body and physical ailments begin to appear over time. In the first half of this workshop you will learn from yoga trainer Yeşim Kızılkartal how to adapt your breathing for a healthful everyday life. Learn to offset negative energy and breathe free to balance the blood and energy flow of our minds and bodies  \nIn the second half of this workshop Farima Berenji will introduce dance movements of sacred animals and the healing shamanic ritual dances of ancient Persia\, Turkey\, and Central Asia. \nWith Farima Berenji and Yeşim Kızılkartal.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/healing-breath-and-movement-workshop/
LOCATION:TubaArt Hayat Tasarım Merkezi\, Taşmektep Sokak Halit Bey Apartmanı No:19/1\, 34720 \, Istanbul\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20160320T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20160320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20160203T071303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160226T231553Z
UID:5686-1458468000-1458493200@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Tajik and Whirling Dance Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Dances of Tajikistan\n10am – 1pm\nPrice: 900 kč \nTraditional Tajik dance is one of the most diverse and oldest folk dances of Central Asia\, which together with Uzbek dance and a variety of other influences serves as the basis for Persian dance. This workshop is suitable for moderate to advanced dancers of any style\, for anyone who wants to broaden their horizons in dance experience and learn something new about one of the oldest cultures of the Orient. \nSema and Sufi Whirling\n3:00 – 5:00 pm\nPrice: 900 kč \nLearn an ancient sacred dance tradition of Persia and the ecstatic whirling dervish as well as valuable information on its history\, archaeology\, and ethnology.  Learn of its vital and passionate movements and meditation under the guidance of a expert who really understands. As a Sufi instructor and student many years under the guidance and Sufi master and dervish Dr. Rahmi Oruç Güvenç of Turkey\, Farima is the only woman who at present leads Sema rituals in Turkey with Mevlavi and Bhaktashi practices.  Let Farima guide you through this workshop on sacred dance and whirling.  General public welcome\, men and women.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/tajik-and-whirling-dance-workshop/
LOCATION:Estudio Andaluz\, Náměstí Slovenského národního povstání 32\, Brno\, Czech Republic
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160312T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160312T163000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20160120T024119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160120T024119Z
UID:5642-1457793000-1457800200@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Norouz Celebration at the Fremont Main Library
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Norouz with dance performances by Farima Berenji and the Farima Dance Company and Persian music by Amir Etemadzadeh and the Amir School of Music. \nNowruz celebrates the first day of spring and the beginning of the year in the Persian calendar. Nowruz has been celebrated by people from diverse ethnic communities and religious backgrounds for thousands of years.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/norouz-celebration-fremont/
LOCATION:Fremont Main Library\, 2400 Stevenson Blvd \, Fremont\, CA\, 94538\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160306T220000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20150304T151724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T020654Z
UID:4596-1457287200-1457301600@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Norouz Celebration: Dinner and Dance Show
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Norouz (Perisan New Year) by enjoying a lavish 5 course dinner and dance show of Persia and the Near East within the beautiful\, old-world interior of the Menara Moroccan Restaurant. Performances by Farima and the Farima Dance Company presenting classical and folk dances of Iran and the Near East. \nSpecial Guest Artists: Hala Dance Company\, Katy Alaniz Rous\, Jill Baker and students\, Raks Al Khalil\, and many other guests. This is a show for the entire family! Get up and enjoy dancing to Persian music with your friends at the close of the performances! \nSpecial priced 5 course dinner with show: $41 per adult (excludes drinks).  Price includes sales tax. \nDoors open 6:00pm.\n6:30-8:30 Dinner and Show\n8:30-10:00 Dancing to DJ Persian music \nReservations required. Call (408) 453-1983 for reservations. No cover charge. Come early for a nice seat.  \nFollow upcoming event details on Facebook.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/norouz-celebration-dinner-and-dance-show/
LOCATION:Menara Moroccan Restaurant\, 41 E. Gish Road\, San Jose\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinner and Dance Show,Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160306T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160306T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20151027T003948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160226T005412Z
UID:5328-1457274600-1457276400@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Travel & Adventure Show 2
DESCRIPTION:The Farima Dance Company of San Jose performs Persian and Silk Road dance on the Global Beats Stage.  After our performance we invite everyone to learn and participate in a fun dance from the Silk Road.  \nExperience inspirational and informative seminar stages (Travel Channel Theater\, and Destination Theater)\, plus culture and entertainment abound on the Taste of Travel Stage and Global Beats Stage offering dozens of culinary demos and dance performances all weekend long.  Plus\, check out many of the hands-on activities offered at the show. \nWe have a prior performance on Saturday\, March 5\, 12:30-1pm. \nThe 6th annual Bay Area Travel & Adventure Show is where travel lovers come for travel inspiration\, expert information and fun\, cultural interaction. It’s where you’ll discover thousands of authentic travel experiences and speak directly to the travel experts who can get you there\, give you the inside scoop\, and save you money on exclusive travel deals. It’s the only travel show in the Bay Area that showcases hundreds of captivating worldwide destinations from India to the Caribbean to California drive vacations. \nView the schedule on the Global Beats Stage. \nOnline ticket sales… \nFollow Travel and Adventure Show on Facebook.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/travel-adventure-show-2/
LOCATION:Santa Clara Convention Center\, 5001 Great America Pkwy\, Santa Clara\, CA\, 95054\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160305T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160305T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20151027T003214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160226T005532Z
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SUMMARY:Travel & Adventure Show 1
DESCRIPTION:The Farima Dance Company of San Jose performs Persian and Silk Road dance on the Global Beats Stage.  After our performance we invite everyone to learn and participate in a fun dance from the Silk Road.  \nExperience inspirational and informative seminar stages (Travel Channel Theater\, and Destination Theater)\, plus culture and entertainment abound on the Taste of Travel Stage and Global Beats Stage offering dozens of culinary demos and dance performances all weekend long.  Plus\, check out many of the hands-on activities offered at the show. \nOur last performance at this show is at Sunday\, March 6\, 2:30-3pm. \nThe 6th annual Bay Area Travel & Adventure Show is where travel lovers come for travel inspiration\, expert information and fun\, cultural interaction. It’s where you’ll discover thousands of authentic travel experiences and speak directly to the travel experts who can get you there\, give you the inside scoop\, and save you money on exclusive travel deals. It’s the only travel show in the Bay Area that showcases hundreds of captivating worldwide destinations from India to the Caribbean to California drive vacations. \nView the schedule on the Global Beats Stage. \nOnline ticket sales… \nFollow Travel and Adventure Show on Facebook.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/travel-adventure-show-1/
LOCATION:Santa Clara Convention Center\, 5001 Great America Pkwy\, Santa Clara\, CA\, 95054\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160303T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160303T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20160202T221007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160301T030218Z
UID:5680-1457028000-1457033400@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Nowruz Celebration at the Union City Library
DESCRIPTION:Nowruz Celebration at Union City Library \nCelebrate Nowruz with dance performances by Farima Berenji and the Farima Dance Company.   \nNowruz celebrates the first day of spring and the beginning of the year in the Persian calendar. Nowruz has been celebrated by people from diverse ethnic communities and religious backgrounds for thousands of years. \nThis event is part of a series of 300 free Art IS Education events for youth and families presented by Alameda County Library in partnership with the Alameda County Arts Commission and the Alameda County Office of Education to celebrate arts education and creativity. All Library programs are free! No reservations are required.  The Union City Library is a branch of the Alameda County Library system. \n \n \n \n 
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/norouz-celebration-union-city/
LOCATION:Union City Library\, 34007 Alvarado-Niles Rd\, Union City\, CA\, 94587\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Farima Dance":MAILTO:info@farimadance.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160219T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160219T220000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20151119T152641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160127T232905Z
UID:5455-1455906600-1455919200@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Flight of the Simorgh
DESCRIPTION:A magical night of exotic Persian food\, authentic Silk Road dance\, and dances of the Caucases.  \nTickets include dinner and show:\n$35 before February 5th\, $40 thereafter. \nBuy Tickets Online or call Mary Ann Benoit at 907-491-1253 \nDancing and Silent Auction\nDoors open at 6:30. Show starts at 7:15
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/flight-of-the-simorgh/
LOCATION:Al Aska Shriners\, 1930 E Northern Lights Blvd\, Anchorage\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dinner and Dance Show,Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Ann Benoit":MAILTO:mbenoitak@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160222
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20151124T170815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T220717Z
UID:5498-1455753600-1456099199@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Dance of the Balouch and the Peacock Dance
DESCRIPTION:Dance of the Balouch and the Peacock Dance with Farima Berenji \nIntensive dance workshop\, lecture\, sema\, and performance with Farima Berenji. \nFolk Dances of Iran\nLecture\nThursday\, February 18\, 2016\n6:00-9:30pm \nFlight of the Simorgh\nPersian Dinner and Performances\nFriday\, February 19\, 2016\n6:30-10:00pm\nMore details… \nPeacock Dance\nDance Workshop\nSaturday\, February 20\, 2016\n3-5pm and 6-8pm \nSema – Sufi Whirling and Drum Circle\nGathering\nSaturday\, February 20\, 2016\n8:30-10:30pm \nDance of the Balouche\nDance Workshop\nSunday\, February 21\, 2016\n11am-1pm and 2-4pm \nRegister Online
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dance-of-the-balouche-and-the-peacock-dance/
LOCATION:Children’s Dance Theater\, 4000 W. Dimond Blvd.\, Anchorage\, AK\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Ann Benoit":MAILTO:mbenoitak@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20160122T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20160122T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20160111T165921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160117T023046Z
UID:5624-1453489200-1453494600@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Dances Along the Silk Road
DESCRIPTION:Dances Along The Silk Road – January 22\, 2016 \nCelebrating Farima’s visit to Mauritius\, we are organizing a collaborative show along with her and Baraka Cirq contemporary circus artists. \nDances Along the Silk Road traces the journey of a monk from China to Persia\, demonstrating the sublime dances of selected regions and eras: from the splendours of the Tang Dynasty to Persian mysticism. \nWe cordially invite you to our first performance at Baraka Cirq Centre in Coromandel on January 22nd\, 7pm.   \nThe space is small and can accommodate «petit comitee» for the show.\nPlease book your space early! \nTickets are for sale starting January 13th: 400MUR pre-sale\, 500MUR at the door
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dances-along-the-silk-road/
LOCATION:Baraka Cirq Centre\, Avocado avenue\, Morcellement Montreal\, Coromandel\, Mauritius
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160124
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20150309T112039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160127T212403Z
UID:4657-1452988800-1453593599@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Dance of the Soul – Turns\, Circles\, and Whirling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Dance of the Soul – Turns\, Circles\, and Whirling Workshop \nDANCE OF THE SOUL combines sacred and mystical whirling\, movements\, Sufi traditions\, and healing rituals of ancient Persia\, Turkey\, and the Altai Mountains. We will learn both personal and spiritual whirling based on Farima’s archeological discoveries and research\, Sufism and its connection to the ancient Iranian Zoroastrianism\, planets\, stars\, sacred flowers\, and sacred animals; all which are symbolic meaning in the Universe and opens the pathway to discovering the soul. \nDiscover the power of whirling and its connection with nature as a gateway for self-growth and spiritual transformation through movement\, music\, love\, and stillness \nIncludes: \n\nPower of whirling in sync with astrological moments and planets.\nPower of poetry\, imagination\, and word repetition.\nBalancing negative and positive energies with breathing.\nThe power of the sharing circle and acts of kindness.\nWhirling based on the “Star of Magi” (the 8 pointed sacred star of Persia).\nSacred dance turns\, spirals\, and circles based on Persian ancient sacred flowers\, geometry\, and animals.\nPrayer as dance and ancient healing practices including Iranian Sema\, Turkish Sema\, Gowati (ancient Persian Zikr)\, Zar\, Chanting\, and Turkish Zikr.\n\n\nPROGRAM\nSUNDAY 17th JANUARY \n08:30 to 10:00:\nAn introduction to Sufism and its Shamanic origins: Elements\, Animals and Flowers \n30 minutes BREAK \n10:30 to 12:30\nAncient Persian Temple Dance Rituals Sacred Dance and Movement based on Sacred Temple Dance Rituals of Persia (Dancing with Candle\, Veil\, Drums\, Flowers) \n12:30 to 13:30: Lunch Break \n13:45 to 15:30\nDance of Soul Turns\, Circles and Spirals – Bektashi Sema/ Baksi Dance \nMONDAY 18th TO THURSDAY 21st JANUARY \n19:00 to 21:00\nExploring Classical Persian Dance via elements and flowers \nFRIDAY 22nd JANUARY\n19:00\nPerformance: Dances of the Silk Road \n\nSATURDAY 23th JANUARY \n08:30 to 10:00:\nSufism as per Persian Mythology (Zoroastrians) and Rumi\, the Sufi Poets (e.g. Omar Khayyam\, Hafez\, and Rumi)\, Sacred Circle Breathing Techniques\, Ancient Healing and Persian Shamanic Rituals based on Sacred Elements \n30 Minutes Break \n10:30 to 12:30\nPoetry in Motion Sacred Dance and Movement based on Mystical Poetry \n12:30 to 13:30 Lunch Break \n13:45 to 15:30:\nDance of Soul Turns\, Circles and Spirals – Mystic Whirling based on Sacred Elements\, Iranian Sema and Turkish Sema. \nREGISTRATION:\n17th & 23rd January: $120\nSaturday/Sunday: $75 \nRead more…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dance-of-the-soul-turns-circles-and-whirling-workshop/
LOCATION:Barq Cirq\, Avenue Avocado\, Morcellement Montreal\, Coromandel\, Mauritius
CATEGORIES:Retreat,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160109T233000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20151121T030001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151222T210924Z
UID:5461-1452362400-1452382200@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Russian Old New Year Party
DESCRIPTION:Simorgh-Farima Dance Company performs at Russian Old New Year Party \nThe Simorgh-Farima Dance Company of Alaska performs at the 6th annual Russian Old New Year Party. \nWhat does the Russian Old New Year and a wedding have in common? Join the celebration and find out! You will explore interesting wedding traditions of different cultures\, participate in fun contests\, enjoy the ethnic food and dance to a live band. \nRussian beauty Liana Keller is hosting the event at her restaurant Tilted Kilt. Food and beverage service including alcoholic drinks will be provided by the restaurant. They will have special pricing for this event. \nSeating is limited – so purchase tickets now to ensure your place at the party. \nDoors open @ 6 pm. Program – from 6:30 till 11:30.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/russian-old-new-year-party/
LOCATION:Tilted Kilt\, 8001 Old Seward Hwy\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99518\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20151124T002637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151203T163754Z
UID:5470-1449932400-1450022400@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:The Jewish Nutcracker
DESCRIPTION:World Dance Fusion’s 5th annual production of The Jewish Nutcracker\n \nJoin your hosts\, Miriam (Hannah Sandu) and her mother for a Hanukkah party. Nosh on global Jewish cuisine. Schmooze with our community. Come experience World Dance Fusion’s fifth year of The Jewish Nutcracker in a new intimate setting. \nAt the end of the party go back in time to the historical battle between the Maccabees and the Syrian-Greek army in which the Temple in Jerusalem was destroyed\, followed by a Temple rebuild and re-dedication. Jews in Diaspora from around the world express their unique cultural dance vocabularies in celebration. Embrace world culture with Miriam\, the young teen who dreams of the Maccabees and the Sufganiyot Fairy—characters only found in The Jewish Nutcracker. \nChoreographed by San Francisco native\, Katy Alaniz Rous—she fuses a diverse cast\, Jewish tradition\, and Tchaikovsky’s score as never before. This year’s guest choreographers will compliment Rous’ vision: Carola Zertuche\, Farah Yasmeen Shaikh\, Vladimir Riazantsev\, and Hai Yan Jackson among others. \nWith performance by Farima Berenji as the Sufganiyot Fairy. \nSaturday\, December 12 at 3:00-5:00 pm\nSunday\, December 13 at 2:00-4:00 pm \nTickets: $40 (ticketfly.com)
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/the-jewish-nutcracker/
LOCATION:SAFEhouse for the Performing Arts\, 1 Grove St.\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151210T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151217T223000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20151124T044701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151124T062140Z
UID:5475-1449779400-1450391400@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Persian Pop Dance Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Persian Pop Dance Workshop \nLearn and practice fun\, festive Persian pop dance moves and a choreography for everyone! \nThe class will warm up with Persian and Central Asian dance moves and turns then progress to movements for Persian modern and pop styles. Finally\, learn a choreography for a Persian pop dance. \nBoth sessions are required to join a performance. \nWhen and Where\nDec 10 and 17\, 2015\, at the Halanda Studio\, San Jose\, 8:30-10:30pm. \nCost\nDrop-in any day of the 2 Thursday workshop series Dec. 10 or 17 and pay $34 for the 2hr session. Members of the Farima Dance Company pay only $30. \nFarima Berenji\nFarima is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, instructor\, dance ethnologist\, and archeologist. Recognized as one of few world experts and scholars of Persian dance history\, Farima infuses spirituality into her dance and teachings to impassion\, empower\, and inspire. She is the founder and artistic director of the Farima Dance Company and the Simorgh Dance Collective. Exposed from youth to various music and dance styles her love of dance has led her upon an extraordinary life-long journey throughout the world\, including her home countries Iran and Azerbaijan as well as other neighboring Silk Road countries\, where she has researched\, studied\, and performed with master teachers and performing artists. For over 15 years\, Farima has continued her passion traveling great distances to learn\, research\, lecture\, promote\, perform\, and to teach sacred\, classical\, and folk dances of the Silk Road.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/persian-pop-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:20151203T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151203T223000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20151124T050105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151124T055118Z
UID:5480-1449174600-1449181800@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Folk Dances of Baluchistan
DESCRIPTION:Folk Dances of Baluchistan with Farima Berenji \nIn this special workshop spanning 2 hours Farima will introduce dance styling\, culture\, and folk dance choreographies of Baluchistan. The ethnic origins\, culture\, and stying of each dance will also be covered. \nBaluchi dance is very rich and music is played with varieties of traditional instruments. Located in the South of Iran bordering Afghanistan\, Baluchi dance has a blend of dance movement of Afghani\, Indian\, and Iranian dance moments. Due to their strong cultural values\, the Baluchi people have been able to keep their rich traditional heritage alive. \nTwo famous dances of Baluchestan will be taught: \n\nDo-Chapi (also known as the bracelet dance)\, which is an ancient Persian dance mostly performed by forming a circle by a group of people\, dancing\, and clapping.\nLewa: Lewa is also a Baluchi dance of Sheedi origin\, performed mostly by a group of people in a circle with hand movements\n\nThere will be a Persian and Central Asian dance warm up and turns practice to begin the class. Bring bracelets or Indian bangles. \nExtra rehearsal time is required for members of the Farima Dance Company or for those who want to perform. \nWhen and Where\nMeets Dec. 3 at the Halanda Studio\, San Jose from 8:30-10:30pm.  \nCost\nPay $34 for the 2hr session. Members of the Farima Dance Company will pay only $30. \nFarima Berenji\nFarima is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, instructor\, dance ethnologist\, and archeologist. Recognized as one of few world experts and scholars of Persian dance history\, Farima infuses spirituality into her dance and teachings to impassion\, empower\, and inspire. She is the founder and artistic director of the Farima Dance Company and the Simorgh Dance Collective. Exposed from youth to various music and dance styles her love of dance has led her upon an extraordinary life-long journey throughout the world\, including her home countries Iran and Azerbaijan as well as other neighboring Silk Road countries\, where she has researched\, studied\, and performed with master teachers and performing artists. For over 15 years\, Farima has continued her passion traveling great distances to learn\, research\, lecture\, promote\, perform\, and to teach sacred\, classical\, and folk dances of the Silk Road. Learn more at http://farimadance.com/
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/folk-dances-of-baluchistan/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151113T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151115T163000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20150929T111431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151110T040413Z
UID:5174-1447443000-1447605000@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Persian Sacred and Traditional Dance Intensive Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Persian Sacred and Traditional Dance Intensive Weekend  \nThree day weekend intensive on Persian and traditional dance including dance performances\, Sema gathering\, workshops\, and sacred circle gathering guided by Farima Berenji. \nSimorgh Collective\nThere is an extra practice for Farima’s Comox Valley Dance Collective members on Thursday Nov. 12th\, 7:30-9PM which is included for those registered. \nFriday Evening\, November 13\nDance Performances and Sema Gathering\nDoors open at 7:30PM\, 8PM dance performances\, 9PM Sema Gathering aka Sufi Whirling\nIncluded for those registered for the full weekend intensive\, otherwise by donation at the door \nSaturday Afternoon\, November 14th\nPersian Classical Dance Workshop\n10:30AM-4:30PM (Q&A potluck lunch 1-2PM).\nHistory\, mythology\, dance technique\, and choreography “The Hunt”. \nSaturday Evening\, November 14th\nSacred Circle and Healing Zikr\n7:30PM-9:30PM\nIncluded for those registered for the full weekend intensive\, otherwise by donation at the door. \nSunday Afternoon\, November 15th\nFolk Dances of Baluchestan\n10:30AM-4:30PM (Q&A potluck lunch 1-2PM)\nBaluchi dance is very rich and music is played with varieties of traditional instruments. Located in the South of Iran bordering Afghanistan\, Balouchi dance has a blend of dance movement of Afghani\, Indian\, and Iranian dance moments. Due to their strong cultural values\, the Baluchi people have been able to keep their rich traditional heritage alive. \nTwo famous dances of Balouchestan will be taught: \n\nDo-Chapi (also known as the bracelet dance)\, which is an ancient Persian dance mostly performed by forming a circle by a group of people\, dancing\, and clapping.\nLewa: Lewa is also a Baluchi dance of Sheedi origin\, performed mostly by a group of people in a circle with hand movements.\n\n  \nRegistration\nIt is highly recommended to attend the full weekend intensive if possible! \nThe full weekend intensive takes place at the Abbey Studio at 1st & Penrith Ave. in Cumberland and includes; Friday evening performances and Sema Gathering\, Saturday and Sunday dance workshops (both days 10:30AM-4:30 PM and the Saturday evening Sacred Circle and Zikr). \n$150 early bird price before Oct. 10th ($175 after Oct. 10th) Saturday or Sunday workshop\, one day only $90 if space allows. Register early as space is limited to 16 participants max. \nPay online.. \nOr mail a cheque to:\nCathy Stoyko\nPO box #1196\nCumberland BC\, V0R 1S0 \nFor more info about the weekend intensive contact Cathy Stoyko\, <cdstoyko@uniserve.com>\, (250) 218-0704. \nRead more…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/persian-sacred-and-traditional-dance-intensive-weekend/
LOCATION:Abbey Studio\,  2687 Penrith Ave.\, Cumberland\, BC\, V0R 1S0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Cathy Stoyko":MAILTO:cdstoyko@uniserve.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20151020T094452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T211429Z
UID:5226-1447441200-1447448400@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:A Bridge to Magic
DESCRIPTION:Using the language of some of the world’s oldest dances\, Joana Saahirah and other featured artists will take you on a journey through the joy of finding that dreams can — and do — come true. \nThe Simorgh-Farima Dance Company of Alaska will perform dances of Persia and the Silk Road. \nTickets: $20 advance  (Click Here to Purchase)\, $25 at the door.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/a-bridge-to-magic/
LOCATION:Awaken Theater (formerly Wild Berry Theater)\, 5295 Juneau St\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99518\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
ORGANIZER;CN="Dark Parrot Productions":MAILTO:shawn (at) darkparrot.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151107T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20151107T040420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151107T040820Z
UID:5429-1446912000-1446926400@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Fashion and Food Cultural Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Safari on the Rise – Cultural Extravaganza A night of food\, fun\, and fashion! Includes a charity auction with a unique collection of handcrafted arts\, silver jewelry and keepsakes all to help raise money for needy children. \nThe Simorgh-Farima Dance Company will be modeling Persian Dance and Nomadic costumes.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/fashion-and-food-cultural-extravaganza/
LOCATION:Wendy Williamson Auditorium\, 2533 Providence Dr\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99508\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151107T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151107T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20150924T225508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151027T112009Z
UID:5150-1446894000-1446922800@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Fabulous Fall Festival Performance
DESCRIPTION:The Farima Dance Company performs Bandari\, a dance style from the Iranian Persian Gulf\, at 1:50pm. Centuries-old trade between Africa and Persia introduced a blend of high-energy folk dance and music known as Bandari. Bandari combines African\, Arab\, and Persian movements such as hand and shoulder shimmies\, hip thrusts\, and head tosses\, earning it the name “Persian bellydance.” \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 Pangia. Vendors will be selling middle eastern dance apparel\, props\, and accessories all day long. Profits of the festival helps benefit the non-profit Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence. BABDAMA is dedicated to the celebration of the arts of Middle Eastern dance.  \nOrder tickets online…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/fabulous-fall-festival-performance/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151107T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151107T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20150924T225508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150924T225508Z
UID:22473-1446894000-1446922800@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Fabulous Fall Festival Performance
DESCRIPTION:The Farima Dance Company performs Bandari\, a dance style from the Iranian Persian Gulf\, at 1:50pm. Centuries-old trade between Africa and Persia introduced a blend of high-energy folk dance and music known as Bandari. Bandari combines African\, Arab\, and Persian movements such as hand and shoulder shimmies\, hip thrusts\, and head tosses\, earning it the name “Persian bellydance.” \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 Pangia. Vendors will be selling middle eastern dance apparel\, props\, and accessories all day long. Profits of the festival helps benefit the non-profit Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence. BABDAMA is dedicated to the celebration of the arts of Middle Eastern dance.  \nOrder tickets online…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/fabulous-fall-festival-performance-2/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151031T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151031T213000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20151027T231207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151028T031918Z
UID:5341-1446318000-1446327000@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Central Asian Dance Choreography
DESCRIPTION:Central Asian Dance Technique and Choreography with Farima Berenji \nCentral Asian dance choreography taught by Farima Berenji. \nAlso in this series: Central Asian Dance Technique \nReservations: +90 530 592 58 27
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/central-asian-dance-choreography/
LOCATION:TUMATA MERKEZ\, Alemdar Cad. No: 12\, 3 Sultanahamet\, Istanbul\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151025T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151025T213000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20151003T092139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20151020T225351Z
UID:5185-1445799600-1445808600@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Azeri and Caucasian Dance Choreography
DESCRIPTION:Azeri and Caucasian Dance Workshop with Farima Berenji Azeri and Caucasian choreography dance workshop taught by Farima Berenji. \nAlso in this series: Azeri and Caucasian Dance Technique \nReservations: +90 530 592 58 27 \nRead more…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/azeri-and-kafkas-choreography/
LOCATION:TUMATA MERKEZ\, Alemdar Cad. No: 12\, 3 Sultanahamet\, Istanbul\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151018T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20150723T220523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150727T080140Z
UID:5052-1445166000-1445180400@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Dances of the Silk Road Workshop 2
DESCRIPTION:Dances of the Silk Road Workshops with Farima Berenji \nPart 2 of a rare opportunity to learn Persian and Central Asian dance in Vienna with prestigious international choreographer\, performer\, dance ethnologist\, and archaeologist Farima Berenji! \nExperience one of the world’s most enchanting dance forms! Inspired by Persian poetry and miniature artwork\, Persian and Silk Road dance combines swirling arabesques\, sweeping gestures\, shoulder isolations\, footwork patterns\, and dazzling spins. In this class we will learn various Persian and Central Asian dance movements\, vocabulary\, styles\, expressions\, turning\, and short sequences. \nOther Workshops in This Series \n\nDances of the Silk Road Workshop 1 – Saturday October 17\, 2015 2:00-5:00 pm\, 45€\nSema Whirling Dance Evening – Saturday October 17\, 2015 7:00-9:00 pm\, 60€\n \nAll workshops and Sema – 110€ \nInformation and registration\nluptak.elena@gmail.com \nHouse of Peace   0660/490 99 12\nwww.haus-des-friedens.at\noffice@haus-des-friedens.at
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dances-of-the-silk-road-workshop-2/
LOCATION:House of Peace\, Albrechtsbergerg 9/7 \, Vienna\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="House of Peace":MAILTO:luptak.elena@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151017T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20150723T220936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150727T081714Z
UID:5053-1445108400-1445115600@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Sacred and Whirling Dance Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Dances of the Silk Road Workshops with Farima Berenji \nFarima’s signature project Dance of the Soul combines sacred and mystical whirling movements\, Sufi traditions\, and healing rituals of ancient Persia\, Turkey\, and the Altai Mountains. Learn both personal and spiritual whirling based on Farima’s archeological discoveries and research\, and of Sufism and its connection to ancient Iranian Zoroastrianism\, planets\, stars\, sacred flowers and animals—all of which have symbolic meaning in the universe to open the pathway to the soul. \nIncludes: \n\nPower of whirling in sync with astrological moments and planets. \nPower of poetry\, imagination\, and word repetition. \nBalancing negative and positive energies with breathing. \nThe power of the sharing circle and acts of kindness. \nWhirling based on the “Star of Magi” (the 8 pointed sacred star of Persia). \nSacred dance turns\, spirals\, and circles based on Persian ancient sacred flowers\, geometry\, and animals. \nPrayer as dance and ancient healing practices including Iranian Sema\, Turkish Sema\, Gowati (ancient Persian Zikr)\, Zar\, Chanting\, and Turkish Zikr. \n\n\nOther Workshops in This Series\nDances of the Silk Road Workshop 1 – Saturday October 17\, 2015 2:00-5:00 pm\, 45€\nDances of the Silk Road Workshop 2 – Saturday October 18\, 2015 11:00am-3:00pm\, 20€\n \nAll workshops and Sema – 110€ \nInformation and registration\nluptak.elena@gmail.com \nHouse of Peace   0660/490 99 12\nwww.haus-des-friedens.at\noffice@haus-des-friedens.at
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/sacred-and-whirling-dance-workshop/
LOCATION:House of Peace\, Albrechtsbergerg 9/7 \, Vienna\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T204726
CREATED:20150723T221103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20150728T033354Z
UID:5050-1445090400-1445101200@farimadance.com
SUMMARY:Dances of the Silk Road Workshop 1
DESCRIPTION:Dances of the Silk Road Workshops with Farima Berenji \nDon’t miss this rare opportunity to learn Persian and Central Asian dance in Vienna with prestigious international choreographer\, performer\, dance ethnologist\, and archaeologist Farima Berenji! \nExperience one of the world’s most enchanting dance forms! Inspired by Persian poetry and miniature artwork\, Persian and Silk Road dance combines swirling arabesques\, sweeping gestures\, shoulder isolations\, footwork patterns\, and dazzling spins. In this class we will learn various Persian and Central Asian dance movements\, vocabulary\, styles\, expressions\, turning\, and short sequences. \nOther Workshops in This Series \n\nSema Whirling Dance Evening – October 17\, 2015 7:00-9:00pm\, 60€\nDances of the Silk Road Workshop 2 – October 18\, 2015 11:00am-3:00pm\, 20€\n \nAll workshops and Sema – 110€ \nInformation and registration\nluptak.elena@gmail.com \nHouse of Peace   0660/490 99 12\nwww.haus-des-friedens.at\noffice@haus-des-friedens.at
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/dances-of-the-silk-road-workshop-1/
LOCATION:House of Peace\, Albrechtsbergerg 9/7 \, Vienna\, Austria
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="House of Peace":MAILTO:luptak.elena@gmail.com
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