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Valentine’s Comedy Show

Colony Theatre 555 N 3rd St, Burbank, CA

Valentine's Comedy Show Written & Created by Lory Tatoulian

$20 – $80

“Armenians in Film” : 6 Short Films by Armenian Filmmakers

Leon S. & Pete Peters Educational Center, Fresno States 5010 N. Woodrow Ave., Fresno, United States

This event will begin at 5:30 PM with a screening of 6 short films followed by a virtual discussion with the directors at 6:45 PM.

Free

Western Diocese Debutante Ball

His Eminence Archbishop Hovnan Derderian, Primate of the Western Diocese and the Ladies Auxiliary of the Western Diocese are proud to present the Diocese’s Debutante Ball on Sunday, February 18, 2024 at the world-famous Beverly Wilshire Hotel. For nearly 50 years, the Debutante Ball has been a beloved tradition in the Armenian community. It is… Continue reading Western Diocese Debutante Ball

Hamazkayin W.R.L.G. Book Presentation

ACF Burbank Beshir Mardirossian Youth Center 75 E Santa Anita Ave, Burbank, CA, United States

Hamazkayin Western Region Literary Group presents the book “Stateless: The Politics of the Armenian Language in Exile” by Author Dr. Talar Chahinian. Introduction: Dr. Myrna Douzjian Book presentation by Dr Talar Chahinian on Sunday, February 25, 2023, at 5pm at ACF Burbank Beshir Mardirossian Youth Center 75 E Santa Anita Ave, Burbank, CA 91502.   Stateless: The Politics of the Armenian Language in Exile Book https://press.syr.edu/supressbooks/5578/stateless/   Featured… Continue reading Hamazkayin W.R.L.G. Book Presentation

Free

Outcasting Armenians: Tanzimat of the Provinces

University Business Center 5245 N. Backer Ave., Fresno State, United States

This lecture will discuss the Ottoman Tanzimat era through the lenses of the Armenian Patriarchate Archives along with the Ottoman Archives. It will argue that while Tanzimat has long been portrayed as a progressive period that granted rights to all peoples of the empire, in fact it set the mold for policies of oppression which… Continue reading Outcasting Armenians: Tanzimat of the Provinces

Free

“Armenian Jerusalem: Past, Present, and Future” by Dr. Bedross Der Matossian

Smittcamp Alumni House 2625 E Matoian Way, Fresno, CA, United States

Armenian Jerusalem today is facing major challenges that could be detrimental to its future. This talk will analyze the historical background of the formation of the modern Armenian community in Jerusalem and will examine the impact of political and socioeconomic transformations of the volatile region on the Armenian Patriarchate, as well as the community. It… Continue reading “Armenian Jerusalem: Past, Present, and Future” by Dr. Bedross Der Matossian

Free

A Performance and Lecture by Şahan Arzruni on Armenian Women Composers

National Arts Club 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY, United States

Experience the iconic works of Armenian Women Composers live on Tuesday, March 5th at 6:30pm at The National Arts Club. Hosted by Şahan Arzruni, the evening will feature performances as well as a lecture discussion on the works of Gayane Chebotaryan, Geghuni Chitchyan, Alicia Terzian, as well as Sahakdukht, who lived during the 8th century… Continue reading A Performance and Lecture by Şahan Arzruni on Armenian Women Composers

Free

“Western Armenian Music: An Artist’s Perspective” by Hachig Kazarian

Virtual-Online , United States

Silenced for over one hundred years, the Western Armenian music brought to America by the first Armenian immigrants has become an integral part of Armenian culture in the United States. Artist and musician Hachig Kazarian, author of Western Armenian Music: From Asia Minor to the United States (Armenian Series, 2023), will examine the many facets… Continue reading “Western Armenian Music: An Artist’s Perspective” by Hachig Kazarian

Free

Armenians in Film Orange County

St. Mary Armenian Church 148 22nd St, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

The AGBU Orange County Saturday School and AGBU Arts are pleased to present 6 short films by award winning Armenian filmmakers. This year's selections include Sunset by Kristine Khanamiryan, Crossing the Blue by Victoria Aleksanyan, Dehatsi - I was another place by Tatiana Boudakian, Stones by Arman Ayvazyan, and The Road by Charlotte Mungomery featuring… Continue reading Armenians in Film Orange County

Free

Armenian Assembly of America Advocacy Briefing

Western Diocese of the Armenian Church 3325 North Glenoaks Blvd., Burbank, CA, United States

Join Congressional Relations Director Mariam Khaloyan and Western Region Director David Ojakian at the Western Diocese for an opportunity to learn more about Pro-Armenian advocacy. Current Armenian advocacy priorities and ways to get involved will be discussed, including the Armenian Assembly National Advocacy Summit in Washington D.C. April 16-17, 2024. Register: bit.ly/3IsIMH2

Free

Katapult Pavilion at the Limited Edition Art Fair 2024

Villa Empain Av. Franklin Roosevelt 67, Bruxelles, Belgium

Celebrate Armenian talent in print, sculpture, ceramics, and textile arts at the Limited Edition Art Fair 2024. Hosted by Villa Empain and held in partnership with The Main Design Store, Katapult Pavilion aims to create dynamic dialogue between East and West by sharing and positioning Armenian art within international discourse. Plan your visit today at… Continue reading Katapult Pavilion at the Limited Edition Art Fair 2024

10$

Cultural Concert in Montreal

FAEC 11455 Rue Drouart, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

This is a fundraising concert organized by the AMAC and in participating with local musicians and artists who are all performing voluntarily.  The raised funds are to help Artsakh families through the AMAA Revive program.  More details can be found at www.amacnews.org If you cannot attend in person, we ask that you donate anyway through… Continue reading Cultural Concert in Montreal

30$

Hai Benefit Circle Luncheon

Hai Benefit Circle presents its annual fundraising luncheon on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at Sherwood Country Club in Thousand Oaks. There will be a social hour with Bake Shoppe, raffle and auction. Please join us for a wonderful afternoon celebrating sisterhood!

Armenian Assembly of America Advocacy Briefing

St. Sarkis Armenian Apostolic Church 13925 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA, United States

Join Executive Director Bryan Ardouny and Western Region Director David Ojakian at St. Sarkis Armenian Church in San Diego for an opportunity to learn more about Pro-Armenian advocacy. Current Armenian advocacy priorities and ways to get involved will be discussed, including the Armenian Assembly National Advocacy Summit in Washington D.C. April 16-17, 2024. Register: bit.ly/3P1kYxH

Free
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The World of Dance

Glendale Performing Arts Center 1440 East Broadway, Glendale, CA, United States

BAREKAMUTIUN INTERNATIONAL DANCE STUDIO PRESENTS   The World of Dance   Sunday, March 17, 2024 - 5:00 PM Glendale Performing Arts Center   Artistic Director: LUSINE GEVORGYAN

50$ – 150$

La Med Third Tuesdays!

La Mediterranee Fillmore 2210 Fillmore St., San Francisco, CA, United States

Join in for one more La Med Third Tuesday on Tuesday, March 19! Dine in, order online, or call to order all day! A portion of the proceeds from the day will benefit AGBU relief efforts for Artsakh Armenians. Dine In: 2210 Fillmore St., San Francisco Order Online: cafelamedfillmore.com Call to Order: 415.921.2956

Armenian Assembly of America Advocacy Briefing

St. John Armenian Church 275 Olympia Way, San Francisco, CA, United States

Join Armenian Assembly Board Member and St. John parishioner Valina Agbabian and Western Region Director David Ojakian at St. John Armenian Church for an opportunity to learn more about Pro-Armenian advocacy. Attend the St. John Lenten Service and dinner and stay for the briefing. Current Armenian advocacy issues will be discussed and ways to get… Continue reading Armenian Assembly of America Advocacy Briefing

Free

Hye Tad Evening 2024

Saroyan Hall 825 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, CA, United States

Hye Tad Evening provides a platform for the ANCA to report on its 2023-24 activities regarding matters affecting our community locally, nationally, and internationally, as well as to strengthen our community's solidarity and commitment to act on those matters, and to introduce individuals who have helped amplify our collective voice. Saturday, March 23, 2024 6pm-Cocktails… Continue reading Hye Tad Evening 2024

150$

Tsakhkazard Kids Festival

Verdugo Park, Glendale , United States

We are excited to announce the 2nd annual Tsakhkazard Kids Festival, scheduled for March 24. We invite you to join us for this special occasion celebrating one of the most cherished Armenian holidays, Tsakhkazard, which was also declared a blessing day for children.

Free

Tigran Hamasyan – “The Call Within Tour”

The Concert Hall at California State University, Fresno 2380 E. Keats Avenue, Fresno, CA, United States

Tigran Hamasyan with Evan Marien (bass) and Arthur Hnatek (drums) "He's the hottest pianist in jazz, and he likes to mix things up, whether it's bebop, thrash metal, or dubstep. But his heart is in the folk music of his native land, Armenia" - The Guardian, London "A-may-zing! Now, Tigran, you are my teacher!" -… Continue reading Tigran Hamasyan – “The Call Within Tour”

5.00$ – 40.00$

Serouj Kradjian & Band in Concert

Rialto Theatre 5723 Park Ave, Montreal, QC, Canada

In his Piano Fantasy tour, Grammy nominated and Juno winning pianist and composer Serouj Kradjian breaks all cultural and stylistic barriers in a breathtaking show celebrating diversity and innovation. Combining an eclectic set of original compositions with new takes on classics from around the world, the concert is a reflection of his unique artistic journey… Continue reading Serouj Kradjian & Band in Concert

50$ – 95$

ARLEZ by Aghasi Ayvazyan in English

Atwater Village Theatre 3269 Casitas Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United States

ARLEZ is a drama in Seven Scenes. It is one of Aghasi Ayvazyan's most passionate plays-- at one level a plea for human kindness. In Armenian mythology-- in one version anyway-- an Arlez was a spirit, in the form of a dog, who licked the wounds of fallen heroes in the battlefield, thereby reviving them.… Continue reading ARLEZ by Aghasi Ayvazyan in English

ARLEZ by Aghasi Ayvazyan in English

Atwater Village Theatre 3269 Casitas Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United States

ARLEZ is a drama in Seven Scenes. It is one of Aghasi Ayvazyan's most passionate plays-- at one level a plea for human kindness. In Armenian mythology-- in one version anyway-- an Arlez was a spirit, in the form of a dog, who licked the wounds of fallen heroes in the battlefield, thereby reviving them.… Continue reading ARLEZ by Aghasi Ayvazyan in English

Khatchaturian, Stravinsky, Tchaikovsky & Beethoven (SEASON FINALE)

Pegasus: The Orchestra’s founder, principal conductor, and artistic director, Karén Hakobyan, conducts the 2023-2024 Season’s Finale in a commemoration of Aram Khatchaturian's 120th Anniversary. The program opens with Stravinsky’s stunning 8-movement Suite from the Pulcinella Ballet highlighting Pegasus's principals as soloists. The first half concludes with Tchaikovsky’s delightful Variations on a Rococo Theme and features… Continue reading Khatchaturian, Stravinsky, Tchaikovsky & Beethoven (SEASON FINALE)

35$ – 55$

Lakeside Sunday Brunch Spring Fundraiser

Michael's Restaurant 2960 N Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View, CA, United States

Hosted by the Irene Gyulnazarian Educational Fund for Armenia (IGEFA) and the Armenian Healthcare Association of the Bay Area (AHABA) CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF IMPACT SPRING FUNDRAISER As we mark the 20th Anniversary of IGEFA, it is an occasion to celebrate both our organizations' impactful work and their contributions towards a brighter future for education… Continue reading Lakeside Sunday Brunch Spring Fundraiser

150$

Lakeside Sunday Brunch Spring Fundraiser

Michael's Restaurant 2960 N Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View, CA, United States

Hosted by the Irene Gyulnazarian Educational Fund for Armenia (IGEFA) and the Armenian Healthcare Association of the Bay Area (AHABA) CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF IMPACT SPRING FUNDRAISER As we mark the 20th Anniversary of IGEFA, it is an occasion to celebrate both our organizations' impactful work and their contributions towards a brighter future for education… Continue reading Lakeside Sunday Brunch Spring Fundraiser

150$

ARLEZ by Aghasi Ayvazyan in English

Atwater Village Theatre 3269 Casitas Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United States

ARLEZ is a drama in Seven Scenes. It is one of Aghasi Ayvazyan's most passionate plays-- at one level a plea for human kindness. In Armenian mythology-- in one version anyway-- an Arlez was a spirit, in the form of a dog, who licked the wounds of fallen heroes in the battlefield, thereby reviving them.… Continue reading ARLEZ by Aghasi Ayvazyan in English

Event Series Առլեզ (Arlez in Armenian)

Առլեզ (Arlez in Armenian)

Atwater Village Theatre 3269 Casitas Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United States

ԱՌԼԵԶը, ըստ հեղինակ Աղասի Այվազյանի, Յոթ պատկերներով մի ողբերգություն է, և իր՝ Այվազյանի գլուխգործոցներից: Հասմիկը հիվանդ է և հոգեպես խորտակված վիճակում: Ընկերուհին՝ Արուսը մի շուն է բերում իր համար, պատմելով հայկական առասպելը, որ ասում է Առլեզները ոգիներ էին շան կերպարանքով, որ կռիվներում ընկած հերոսների վերքերը լզելով, նրանց վերակենդանացնում էին: Եվ զարմանալիորեն, Հասմիկն ու Առլեզը կարծես… Continue reading Առլեզ (Arlez in Armenian)

30$
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Hayat Project Live in YouTube Theatre

YouTube Theater 1011 Stadium Dr, Inglewood, CA, United States

HAYAT PROJECT TO UNLEASH ITS 2024 WORLD TOUR IN LOS ANGELES AT YOUTUBE THEATER

2 PLAYS: Did You Order a Grandchild+Incident

Atwater Village Theatre 3269 Casitas Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United States

"Did You Order a Grandchild?" by Kariné Khodikyan. During a TV talk show, Inesa, a 'grandmother', overcome with emotion, says she is searching for her long-lost grandson. The host appeals to the public to find him-- his name is Arsen. Then Inesa comes home and takes off her wig. She is very different from how… Continue reading 2 PLAYS: Did You Order a Grandchild+Incident

18$
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PechaKucha Yerevan Vol. 52: Beyond Data: Stories from Armenia’s Creative Economy

Join us for an exciting evening at PechaKucha Yerevan Vol. 52, in collaboration with AGBU’s Katapult Creative Accelerator Program, as we present “Beyond Data: Stories from Armenia's Creative Economy”. The event is organized as part of an exhibition and workshops program that marks the culmination of a two-year research endeavor dedicated to unraveling the barriers… Continue reading PechaKucha Yerevan Vol. 52: Beyond Data: Stories from Armenia’s Creative Economy

Event Series 2 PLAYS: Did You Order a Grandchild+Incident

2 PLAYS: Did You Order a Grandchild+Incident

Atwater Village Theatre 3269 Casitas Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United States

"Did You Order a Grandchild?" by Kariné Khodikyan. During a TV talk show, Inesa, a 'grandmother', overcome with emotion, says she is searching for her long-lost grandson. The host appeals to the public to find him-- his name is Arsen. Then Inesa comes home and takes off her wig and chanages clothes. She is very… Continue reading 2 PLAYS: Did You Order a Grandchild+Incident

30$

Bone Memory: Armenian Pilgrimages to the Killing Fields of Dayr al-ZurUntitled

Ararat-Eskijian Museum and Research Center 15105 Mission Hills Rd., Mission Hills, CA, United States

This presentation outlines the earliest Armenian pilgrimages to the killing fields of Dayr al-Zur (Der Zor) in the Syrian Desert. It is there that Armenians interacted with the remains of Armenians murdered during the Armenian Genocide (1915-1918) in acts of remembrance. Semerdjian discusses the origins of the now-destroyed Armenian Genocide Memorial in Dayr al-Zur and… Continue reading Bone Memory: Armenian Pilgrimages to the Killing Fields of Dayr al-ZurUntitled

Bone Memory: Armenian Pilgrimages to the Killing Fields of Dayr al-ZurUntitled

Ararat-Eskijian Museum and Research Center 15105 Mission Hills Rd., Mission Hills, CA, United States

This presentation outlines the earliest Armenian pilgrimages to the killing fields of Dayr al-Zur (Der Zor) in the Syrian Desert. It is there that Armenians interacted with the remains of Armenians murdered during the Armenian Genocide (1915-1918) in acts of remembrance. Semerdjian discusses the origins of the now-destroyed Armenian Genocide Memorial in Dayr al-Zur and… Continue reading Bone Memory: Armenian Pilgrimages to the Killing Fields of Dayr al-ZurUntitled

Event Series 2 PLAYS: Did You Order a Grandchild+Incident

2 PLAYS: Did You Order a Grandchild+Incident

Atwater Village Theatre 3269 Casitas Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United States

"Did You Order a Grandchild?" by Kariné Khodikyan. During a TV talk show, Inesa, a 'grandmother', overcome with emotion, says she is searching for her long-lost grandson. The host appeals to the public to find him-- his name is Arsen. Then Inesa comes home and takes off her wig and chanages clothes. She is very… Continue reading 2 PLAYS: Did You Order a Grandchild+Incident

30$

Bone Memory: Armenian Pilgrimages to the Killing Fields of Dayr al-ZUntitled

Ararat Home & Museum 15105 Mission Hills Rd., Mission Hills, CA, United States

This presentation outlines the earliest Armenian pilgrimages to the killing fields of Dayr al-Zur (Der Zor) in the Syrian Desert. It is there that Armenians interacted with the remains of Armenians murdered during the Armenian Genocide (1915-1918) in acts of remembrance. Semerdjian discusses the origins of the now-destroyed Armenian Genocide Memorial in Dayr al-Zur and… Continue reading Bone Memory: Armenian Pilgrimages to the Killing Fields of Dayr al-ZUntitled

Bone Memory: Armenian Pilgrimages to the Killing Fields of Dayr al-ZurUntitled

Ararat-Eskijian Museum and Research Center 15105 Mission Hills Rd., Mission Hills, CA, United States

This presentation outlines the earliest Armenian pilgrimages to the killing fields of Dayr al-Zur (Der Zor) in the Syrian Desert. It is there that Armenians interacted with the remains of Armenians murdered during the Armenian Genocide (1915-1918) in acts of remembrance. Semerdjian discusses the origins of the now-destroyed Armenian Genocide Memorial in Dayr al-Zur and… Continue reading Bone Memory: Armenian Pilgrimages to the Killing Fields of Dayr al-ZurUntitled

Bone Memory: Armenian Pilgrimages to the Killing Fields of Dayr al-ZurUntitled

Ararat-Eskijian Museum and Research Center 15105 Mission Hills Rd., Mission Hills, CA, United States

This presentation outlines the earliest Armenian pilgrimages to the killing fields of Dayr al-Zur (Der Zor) in the Syrian Desert. It is there that Armenians interacted with the remains of Armenians murdered during the Armenian Genocide (1915-1918) in acts of remembrance. Semerdjian discusses the origins of the now-destroyed Armenian Genocide Memorial in Dayr al-Zur and… Continue reading Bone Memory: Armenian Pilgrimages to the Killing Fields of Dayr al-ZurUntitled

Event Series Առլեզ (Arlez in Armenian)

Առլեզ (Arlez in Armenian)

Atwater Village Theatre 3269 Casitas Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United States

ԱՌԼԵԶը, ըստ հեղինակ Աղասի Այվազյանի, Յոթ պատկերներով մի ողբերգություն է, և իր՝ Այվազյանի գլուխգործոցներից: Հասմիկը հիվանդ է և հոգեպես խորտակված վիճակում: Ընկերուհին՝ Արուսը մի շուն է բերում իր համար, պատմելով հայկական առասպելը, որ ասում է Առլեզները ոգիներ էին շան կերպարանքով, որ կռիվներում ընկած հերոսների վերքերը լզելով, նրանց վերակենդանացնում էին: Եվ զարմանալիորեն, Հասմիկն ու Առլեզը կարծես… Continue reading Առլեզ (Arlez in Armenian)

30$

“Armenian Memory, Writing Across Borders: A Reading and Talk” with Pulitzer Prize winning poet Peter Balakian

University Business Center 5245 N. Backer Ave., Fresno State, United States

Balakian will read and discuss his poetry and prose with a focus on Armenian historical and cultural memory and disaporan imagination. In his many books of poems and his memoir Black Dog of Fate, Balakian has explored-in his distinct poetic form and elliptical language-traumatic intergenerational memory of the Armenian Genocide, as well as the power… Continue reading “Armenian Memory, Writing Across Borders: A Reading and Talk” with Pulitzer Prize winning poet Peter Balakian

Free

“Remnants: Emodied Archives of the Armenian Genocide” by Dr. Elyse Semerdjian

Smittcamp Alumni House 2625 E Matoian Way, Fresno, CA, United States

This exploration of the Armenian genocide is told through the traces left in the memories and on the bodies of its women survivors. Foremost among the images of the Armenian Genocide is the specter of tattooed Islamized Armenian women. Blue tribal tattoos that covered face and body signified assimilation into Muslim Bedouin and Kurdish households.… Continue reading “Remnants: Emodied Archives of the Armenian Genocide” by Dr. Elyse Semerdjian

Free