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SUMMARY:Companions of the Sun with Farima Berenji
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. Registration is recommended\, and walk-ins are welcome. \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 book Companions of the Sun. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing. \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 book Companions of the Sun \nRegister \nDr. 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:https://farimadance.com/event/cots-branciforte/
LOCATION:Branciforte Branch – Santa Cruz Public Library\, 250 Gault St.\, Santa Cruz\, 95062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture,Performance
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SUMMARY:SpARC 2026 Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Simorgh Dance Collective is a featured dance group of the 3rd annual SpARC 2026 showcase. This exciting festival presents 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 experience the vibrant arts scene! \nSpARC Dance Festival celebrates the richness of our local dance community\, fostering collaboration\, artistic growth\, and exposure. It’s vision is to create dance opportunities in San José\, providing platforms for dancers\, choreographers\, and emerging artists to shine. \nTicket Prices:\n$12 Student/Senior (55+)\n$25 General Admission\n$50 VIP Package – includes special seating in our VIP section and a swag bag!\nNo one turned away for lack of funds \nBuy now!
URL:https://farimadance.com/event/sparc-2026-festival/
LOCATION:Mexican Heritage Plaza\, 1700 Alum Rock\, San Jose\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Performance
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SUMMARY:Companions of the Sun Author Talk for SFSU OCCI
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 book Companions of the Sun \nPrivate and hosted by the Oscer Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at San Franciso State University. \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:https://farimadance.com/event/cots-occi-sfsu/
LOCATION:San Francisco State University\, 1600 Holloway Ave\, San Francisco\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book,Lecture,Performance
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