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SUMMARY:Companions of the Sun Author Talk
DESCRIPTION:Companions of the Sun\nA Lecture by Scholar Dr. Farima Berenji\nRooted in one of the world’s oldest civilizations\, the traditions of Iranian/Persian sacred dance and music embody the profound wisdom of our ancestors. Observing nature\, the stars\, and the rhythms of life\, they crafted movements expressing love\, strength\, and spiritual transcendence. These rituals continue to inspire cultures worldwide\, preserving a legacy of mysticism and artistic expression.  \nAuthor Dr. Farima Berenji presents her research upon the evolutionary origins and practice of Iranian rituals\, beliefs\, and dances\, exploring how Iranian culture permeated global music and dance traditions\, developing distinctly from its sister nations. All this is explored in her soon-to-be released book Companions of the Sun \nThe program will be broadcast on Zoom hosted by the Center for Creative Living as part of their weekly Sunday gathering. Please register in advance \nJoin by Zoom\nMeeting ID: 217 611 8333\nPasscode: 812753  \nPlease remember to send a donation to the Center for Creative Living so they can keep the doors open. \nFarima Berenji\nFarima Berenji Farima Berenji has an MA in Anthropology/Archaeology\, MA in Iranian dance ethnology both from Cal State Hayward\, and an M.Msc. and a PhD from the University of Sedona in Iranian metaphysics and mysticism\, specializing in Iranian mystic traditions\, Sufism\, and women’s mystic rituals. She is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer and has been recognized as one of the few world scholars of ancient and mystical Iranian dance ethnology. She is honored to be the first Iranian woman to direct a Persian dance company to perform during receptions for President Obama and President Biden\, the EU\, and the UN. Farima is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, Assistant Director and Program Director of Eastern Arts\, founder of Dance of the SoulTM\, advisory council member of Mosaic America\, a member of the International Dance Council (CID-UNESCO)\, National Folk Organization member\, and the first Iranian-American woman TEDx lecturer and performer in the field of dance. She has excelled in artistic and innovative forms of cultural preservation and has been recognized by the international press. Recognized as one of the few world scholarly experts of ancient and mystical dance ethnology\, she travels worldwide to research\, lecture\, perform\, educate\, and inspire dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through dance and movement. Read more…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/ccl-companions/
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SUMMARY:Iranian Dance and Ritual (Lecture & Performance)
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the origins and practice of Iranian dance in this talk and performance by Dr. Farima Berenji. She will discuss Iranian rituals and beliefs in relation to dance\, as well as how Iranian culture has impacted global music and dance traditions. There will be a short performance and audience participation dance as part of the program. \nRooted in one of the world’s oldest civilizations\, the traditions of Iranian/Persian sacred dance and music embody the profound wisdom of our ancestors. Observing nature\, the stars\, and the rhythms of life\, they crafted movements expressing love\, strength\, and spiritual transcendence. These rituals continue to inspire cultures worldwide\, preserving a legacy of mysticism and artistic expression. Author Dr. Farima Berenji presents her research upon the evolutionary origins and practice of Iranian rituals\, beliefs\, and dances\, exploring how Iranian culture permeated global music and dance traditions\, developing distinctly from its sister nations. All this is explored in her soon-to-be released book Companions of the Sun \nThis event is part of the will be held in the Sunnyvale Library Program Room. Registration is not required. \nThis August\, go back to school with the Sunnyvale Library Level Up Your Learning: Adult Lecture Series. Learn about history and culture around the world from the following talks: \n\nSunday\, Aug. 10 – Iranian Dance and Ritual (this event)\nMonday\, Aug. 11 – The Silk Road: Globalization in the Ancient World\nTuesday\, Aug. 19 – Muslim Women and Global Feminism\nThursday\, Aug. 21 – The Chinese Exclusion Act\nMonday\, Aug. 25 – Transgender Histories in Imperial China\n\nDr. Farima Berenji\nFarima Berenji Dr. Farima Berenji has an MA in Anthropology/Archaeology\, MA in Iranian dance ethnology both from Cal State Hayward\, and an M.Msc. and a PhD from the University of Sedona in Iranian metaphysics and mysticism\, specializing in Iranian mystic traditions\, Sufism\, and women’s mystic rituals. She is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed performing artist\, choreographer and has been recognized as one of the few world scholars of ancient and mystical Iranian dance ethnology. She is honored to be the first Iranian woman to direct a Persian dance company to perform during receptions for President Obama and President Biden\, the EU\, and the UN. Farima is the founder and artistic director of the Simorgh Dance Collective\, Assistant Director and Program Director of Eastern Arts\, founder of Dance of the SoulTM\, advisory council member of Mosaic America\, a member of the International Dance Council (CID-UNESCO)\, National Folk Organization member\, and the first Iranian-American woman TEDx lecturer and performer in the field of dance. She has excelled in artistic and innovative forms of cultural preservation and has been recognized by the international press. Recognized as one of the few world scholarly experts of ancient and mystical dance ethnology\, she travels worldwide to research\, lecture\, perform\, educate\, and inspire dynamic creativity and rejuvenation through dance and movement. Read more…
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/iranian-dance-sunnyvale/
LOCATION:Sunnyvale Library\, 665 W Olive Ave\, Sunnyvale\, CA\, 94086\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sounds of Silk: Discover Music and Dance from the Silk Road
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Farima Berenji and Qais Essar will perform and discuss dance and music from the cultures along the ancient Silk Road. This event draws connections with the musical instruments and textiles from the vast collections of Eastern Arts on display in the Special Collections Reading Room\, Level 4 of the SLC City Libraray to celebrate the diverse cultures of the historic Silk Road.   \nDr. Farima Berenji is an award winning\, internationally acclaimed dance artist\, ethnologist\, choreographer\, instructor\, and archaeologist specializing in ancient\, sacred\, classical\, and folkloric dances spanning the millenniums of Persian civilization\, the Silk Road\, and the Near East.   \nQais Essar is an Afghan-American musician based in Phoenix\, Arizona. A rabab player and songwriter\, he is noted for the song “The Crown Sleeps” from the 2017 animated film The Breadwinner\, which won the Best Original Song prize at the 6th Canadian Screen Awards in 2018.
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/sounds-of-silk-slc/
LOCATION:Salt Lake City Public Library\, 210 E 400 S\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84111\, United States
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SUMMARY:World Arts West Dance Festival 2025 Non-Western Dance & Healing Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Farima Berenji\, Dr. Anne Huang\, and Samuel Cortez form a discussion panel on “Non-Western Dance & Healing.”  \nThe 2025 World Arts West Dance Festival will focus on the theme “Dance as Health and Healing\,” exploring what constitutes a healthy community. It aims to showcase dance and art forms rooted in cultural traditions\, including sacred\, social\, and contemporary. The festival will feature movement workshops\, artist dialogues\, and new activities like Hawaiian lei making\, Kalimba music and Afro-Cuban healing rituals. Additionally\, community activations will occur across the San Francisco Bay Area\, emphasizing the theme of health and healing through dance.  \nThe Beat is located in suite 119 of 2560 Ninth Street. It is an ADA accessible building\, studio is on the first floor. It can be reached by bus (AC Transit 36\, 72/72M/72R or Emery-Go-Round Hollis Bus)\, car\, bike\, and foot\, with street parking available. \nRegister
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/wawdf-healing-panel/
LOCATION:The Beat\, 2560 Ninth Street\, Suite 119\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94710\, United States
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SUMMARY:World Arts West Dance Festival 2025 Sufi Whirling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Farima Berenji presents a one hour Sufi whirling workshop at the 2025 World Arts West Dance Festival. \nLearn 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. For this short workshop please wear comfortable clothing\, socks or soft-soled shoes. Avoid eating a large meal 2 hours prior.  \nThe 2025 World Arts West Dance Festival will focus on the theme “Dance as Health and Healing\,” exploring what constitutes a healthy community. It aims to showcase dance and art forms rooted in cultural traditions\, including sacred\, social\, and contemporary. The festival will feature movement workshops\, artist dialogues\, and new activities like Hawaiian lei making\, Kalimba music and Afro-Cuban healing rituals. Additionally\, community activations will occur across the San Francisco Bay Area\, emphasizing the theme of health and healing through dance.  \nThe Beat is located in suite 119 of 2560 Ninth Street. It is an ADA accessible building\, studio is on the first floor. It can be reached by bus (AC Transit 36\, 72/72M/72R or Emery-Go-Round Hollis Bus)\, car\, bike\, and foot\, with street parking available. \nRegister
URL:http://farimadance.com/event/wawdf-sufi-whirling-workshop/
LOCATION:The Beat\, 2560 Ninth Street\, Suite 119\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94710\, United States
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