“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

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  • Sacred Movements

    3108 Fillmore St. Suite B 3108 Fillmore St. Suite B, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Folkloric and sacred dances of the Silk Road performed by Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective. Sponsored by Hayat Life Magazine.

  • Christmas and its Ancient Persian Tradition

    Livestream
    Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center 938 The Alameda, San Jose, CA, United States

    A Lecture by Scholar and Ethnologist, Dr. Farima Berenji We have always known of Christmas on December 25th, with a traditional decorated tree, candles, and gifts. Christmas celebrates the birth of Christ yet its rituals and traditions far precede that time. Unquestionably, our ancestors adopted the rituals from an ancient Iranian pagan religion known as […]

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  • 6th Annual Black and White Dinner Ball

    San Ramon Golf Club, Water by Wedgewood 9430 Fircrest Ln, San Ramon, United States

    The Roya Foundation's 6th annual Black and White benefit ball with Maryam Jalali, and Majid and Amir Khostavan. Special guests Amir Etemadzadeh, Faranak Shahroozi, and Pantea Izadi Lotfi as master of ceremony. Includes performance by Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective. Tickets Roya Foundation Providing Humanitarian, Educational Assistance, Health Care, and Medical Aid Globally […]

    $150 – $175

  • Sadeh

    Sacramento Zoroastrian Center 10528 Armstrong Ave., Mather, CA, United States

    Farima and the Simorgh Dance Collective are excited to be again on stage with the award-winning actor and director Sadeh Hatefi! This time we will be telling in dance and drama the mesmerizing ancient Persian legend of King Houshang and the creation of fire! Join us on a theatrical journey that sparks the flames of […]

    $25 – $40

  • Nowruz Festival 2024

    Seven Trees Community Center 3590 Cas Dr., San Jose, CA, United States

    Azerbaijan House in California is thrilled to host The Second International Nowruz Festival with the sponsorship of San Jose City Distict 10 Councilmember Arjun Batra on March 9th at 2pm. You're invited to a vibrant celebration of Nowruz, where cultures unite through food, music, and dance! Indulge in a delicious array of traditional dishes and […]

    Free – $35

  • Nowruz Artisan Fair

    Campbell Community Center 1 W. Campbell Ave, Campbell, CA, United States

    Persian new year, Nowruz, is upon us. Come immerse yourself in an event that brings you exceptional, unique Persian handcrafts and arts arts, music, jewelry, eatable treasures, fun for the family, and so much more. Bring everyone and stroll through while supporting over 30 unique local artisans, take family photos, and make crafts. Come visit […]

  • Norouz Online Celebration

    Livestream
    Online

    Join us for an evening celebrating Norouz, the coming of Spring! Norouz is the traditional spring and new year celebration of the Persian and Central Asian people. Norouz means “New Day” and it falls on the March equinox, the first day of spring. Families on Norouz gather together and wait for the exact time it […]

    Free – $20

  • Roya Foundation Nowruz Bazaar 2024

    San Ramon Community Center 12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon, CA, United States

    The Roya Foundation Nowruz Bazaar includes a taste of Nowruz food, culture, pastries, cookies and includes sales of Haft-seen items. 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 […]

    Free

  • Nowruz Persian New Year Celebration

    Benicia Public Library 150 East L Street, Benicia, CA, United States

    Join the Persian New Year (Nowruz) celebration and reception at the Benicia Public Library with sweets, music, poetry, dance performances, and more! Farima Berenji and the Simorgh Dance Collective will be performing. All ages welcome!

    Free

  • Gilead Spring Celebration

    Gilead Sciences 333 Lakeside Dr., Foster City, United States

    Gilead Sciences welcomes the Simorgh Dance Collective for a Nowruz presentation and performance in this company event.

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