“Everything in dance is poetry. Every movement describes a story, a feeling. The dancer takes the audience into a world of fairy tales.” ~Farima Berenji
A Tribute to Dr. Lloyd Miller"Jam for the Man" Music, stories, and dance celebrating Dr. Lloyd Miller's life and legacy. RSVP appreciated but not necessary Dr. Lloyd MillerDr. Lloyd Miller (1938 - 2024) received his PhD in Persian Language and Literature from the University of Utah after spending seven years living in Iran where he […]
Join us for an unforgettable evening of movement and connection at Global Unity in Dance on June 21 from 6–8 PM at the Schulman Auditorium in the City of Carlsbad. From the elegance of classical Persian dance to the passionate rhythms of Flamenco and Tango, and the rich traditions of the Silk Road, Mediterranean, South […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for a special free celebration of the Fall 2025 Art Center exhibition "Pushing Boundaries: Ceramics and Identity." Enjoy a cash bar, hands-on art activities, and a chance to meet the artists in the exhibition. Palo Alto Art Center members join early at 5 p.m. for a special curator walk through. Special performances by […]
The Simorgh Dance Collective is a featured dance group of SpARC 2025. Mark your calendars for SpARC 2025 at the Mexican Heritage Plaza in San José! This exciting festival will showcase incredible dance talent from around the South Bay, along with free dance classes and local artist vendors. Don't miss out on the opportunity to […]
The Roya Foundation Mehregan Festival features live music, performances, entertainment and food, arts, and craft vendors and more! Come to watch performances by the Simorgh Dance Collective. Roya Foundation Providing Humanitarian, Educational Assistance, Health Care, and Medical Aid Globally The Roya Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides humanitarian, educational assistance, and medical aid to […]
Sufi and sacred dance performance featuring Farima Berenji. Dr. Farima Berenji Farima BerenjiDr. 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 […]
Celebrate the launch of Dr. Farima Berenji's Companions of the Sun with a book signing, talk, and performance. Refreshments will be served. Copies of Companions of the Sun will be on hand for purchase and signing. Venue is in San Francisco's Noe Valley district. Please register and we will reply with the venue address. RSVP […]