Vardan Ovsepian Solo in NY
OPERA America's National Opera Center 330 7th Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY, United StatesCelebrate the release of Vardan Ovsepian's new solo piano album, "Zenith", on Thursday, June 27th at 8pm at OPERA America's Marc A. Scorca Hall. Armenian-born pianist/composer Vardan Ovsepian blends elements of western classical music with jazz in perpetual search for unique ways of incorporating the hybrid formation in his composing and improvising. An AGBU Performing… Continue reading Vardan Ovsepian Solo in NY
ArmSymphony U.S. Tour – Carnegie Hall, New York
Carnegie Hall 881 7th Avenue, New York, NY, United StatesThe Armenian State Symphony Orchestra is gearing up for its first United States Concert Tour! On June 26, 27 and 29, three of the United States’ leading concert halls will showcase Aram Khachaturian’s majestic music, performed by the Armenian State Symphony Orchestra and the renowned violin virtuoso Sergey Khachatryan under the baton of Sergey Smbatyan,… Continue reading ArmSymphony U.S. Tour – Carnegie Hall, New York
ArmSymphony U.S. Tour – Disney Hall, Los Angeles
Walt Disney Concert Hall 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesThe Armenian State Symphony Orchestra is gearing up for its first United States Concert Tour! On June 26, 27 and 29, three of the United States’ leading concert halls will showcase Aram Khachaturian’s majestic music, performed by the Armenian State Symphony Orchestra and the renowned violin virtuoso Sergey Khachatryan under the baton of Sergey Smbatyan,… Continue reading ArmSymphony U.S. Tour – Disney Hall, Los Angeles
Armenians in Film Milan
Nuovo Armenia Via Livigno 9, Milano, MI, ItalyNuovo Armenia, AGBU Milan, and AGBU Arts invite you to enjoy 6 newly selected short films by award winning Armenian filmmakers. Event may be rescheduled due to weather conditions.
Arshak Nazarian
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesArt Exhibition
Arshak Nazarian
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesArt Exhibition
Arshak Nazarian
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesArt Exhibition
Gago: DUALITY
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesArt Exhibition
Gago: DUALITY
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesArt Exhibition
Gago: DUALITY
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesArt Exhibition
Armenians in Jazz Featuring Yulia Musayelyan
Joe's Pub 425 Lafayette Street, New York, NY, United StatesRussian-born Armenian flutist Yulia Musayelyan‘s music combines modern jazz harmonies, odd meters, and improvisation with folkloric styles from Armenia, Argentina, and other cultures, seeking to bridge distant traditions. She is joined by an international ensemble of some of the most versatile and in-demand jazz musicians in NYC and Boston. The Armenian Mirror-Spectator writes, “ grooves as if she… Continue reading Armenians in Jazz Featuring Yulia Musayelyan
An evening with Ken Khachigian
Fresno State, Satellite Student Union 2485 E San Ramon Ave, Fresno, CA, United StatesKen Khachigian, trusted advisor and confidant to Presidents Nixon and Reagan, will discuss his new book, "Behind Closed Doors: In the Room with Reagan & Nixon."
Gata Band in Concert
AGBU Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Center 2495 East Mountain St, Pasadena, CA, United StatesArmenian Folk Music & Songs
Gata Band in Concert
AGBU Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Center 2495 East Mountain St, Pasadena, CA, United StatesArmenian Folk Music & Songs
Ken Khachigian & Araksya Karapetian at St. Gregory, Pasadena
St. Gregory Armenian Church, Pasadena, CA 2215 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United StatesKen Khachigian To Discuss & Sign His New Book: Behind Closed Doors – In The Room with Reagan and Nixon Join us to hear Ken’s compelling insider’s account where the White House is revealed like never before in a Book Presentation Moderated by Acclaimed T.V. Anchor Araksya Karapetyan! This intimate, riveting personal memoir takes you inside… Continue reading Ken Khachigian & Araksya Karapetian at St. Gregory, Pasadena
iconic Greek Island independent and escorted tour package
3 nights Mykonos, 3 nights Santorini, 3 nights Crete and 2 nights Athen. Breakfast and all transfers are included. Your choice of hotels based on your budget. For more info call/text 818 326-7740 or Email: info@pleasanttravelandtour.com
Suren Tadevosyan’s X-Ray Yerevan
AGBU 55 E 59th St, New York, NY, United StatesExplore the secret life behind Yerevan’s walls, doors, and infrastructures through Creative Armenia-AGBU fellow Suren Tadevosyan's exhibition, "X-Ray Yerevan". Presented at the HayArt Centre in Yerevan in 2021 to critical acclaim, the exhibition presents familiar objects from unexpected perspectives on illuminated walls. Suren Tadevosyan is a 2022 Creative Armenia-AGBU Fellow, visual artist, and cinematographer behind… Continue reading Suren Tadevosyan’s X-Ray Yerevan
Strangers in a Promised Land – Remastered
University Business Center 5245 N. Backer Ave., Fresno State, United States“Strangers in a Promised Land” is the story of the Fresno Armenian community over a hundred-year period. This newly remastered film from the original 16mm print, depicts the universal experience of immigration, the overcoming of adversity, discrimination and the achievement of success by Fresno Armenians. Narrated by Governor George Deukmejian, the film tells the story… Continue reading Strangers in a Promised Land – Remastered
St Gregory the Enlightener Armenian Church Annual Picnic
St. Gregory the Enlightener Church Picnic Annual Picnic at St. Gregory Armenian Church in White Plains, NY on September 22, 2024, from noon until 5:00 p.m. (Rain/Shine) **Dance music by the Johnny Berberian Ensemble, including the beautiful sounds of the oud, clarinet, dumbeg and keyboard** **Homemade Armenian mezzes, dinners and pastries Lamb kebabs and chicken… Continue reading St Gregory the Enlightener Armenian Church Annual Picnic
“The Past of the Past: Armenian Heritage in Ottoman and Republican Turkey”
University Business Center 5245 N. Backer Ave., Fresno State, United StatesThe presentation will address the Ottoman Empire’s and the pre-Erdogan Turkish Republic’s approaches to Armenian cultural heritage as reflective of broader policies towards Armenians, highlighting a mixed record of destruction, dispossession, and accommodation. It will dissect the securitization of and subsequent state-sanctioned heritage crime against religious-cultural sites starting in the 19th century, policies that escalated… Continue reading “The Past of the Past: Armenian Heritage in Ottoman and Republican Turkey”
Hamazkayin Armenian Needlelace
Համազգայինի Յարգարժան բարեկամ /հետեւորդ Համազգայինի Շրջանային Վարչութեան Գրական Միաւորը կը ներկայացնէ հայկական ասեղնագործութիւն, օրուայ բանախօս ասեղնագործութեան ժողովրդական վարպետ տիկին Ծովակ Գանթարճեան- Օհանեան։ Ձեռնարկը տեղի պիտի ունենայ Հինգշաբթի, Հոկտեմբեր 3 , 2024-ին երեկոյեան ժամը 8:00-ին առ ցանց Zoom հարթակի վրայ։ Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86471853213?pwd=VnU0TTVYd0t4ZmpmYmpEOUtLM1d0dz09 Meeting ID: 864 7185 3213 Passcode: 406800 Սիրով կը սպասենք ձեզ։ Յարգանքով… Continue reading Hamazkayin Armenian Needlelace
Armenians in Film at Fresno State
Leon S. & Pete Peters Educational Center, Fresno States 5010 N. Woodrow Ave., Fresno, United StatesThe AGBU Greater Fresno Chapter, AGBU Arts, the Armenian Studies Program at Fresno State, and CineCulture are pleased to present 6 short films by award winning Armenian filmmakers at the Peters Education Center Auditorium (West of the Save-Mart Center in the Student Recreation Center Building). Following this free screening, audiences will be able to participate… Continue reading Armenians in Film at Fresno State
Armenians in Film: 6 Short Films by Armenian Filmmakers
Leon S. & Pete Peters Educational Center, Fresno States 5010 N. Woodrow Ave., Fresno, United States5:30 PM - Screening of Films 6:45 PM - Virtual discussion with Directors Film program - https://cineculture.csufresno.edu/
Early Recordings of Armenian Classics by Ara Dinkjian
Cultural Committee of St Gregory Armenian Church in White Plains presents A Presentation on early recordings of Armenian Classics by Composer & Musician Ara Dinkjian
Early Recordings of Armenian Classics by Ara Dinkjian
Cultural Committee of St Gregory Armenian Church in White Plains presents A Presentation on early recordings of Armenian Classics by Composer & Musician Ara Dinkjian
“The Present of the Past: The State of Armenian Heritage in Turkey” by Dr. Simon Maghakyan
University Business Center 5245 N. Backer Ave., Fresno State, United StatesThe lecture will address the official and unofficial treatment of Armenian heritage sites — active and “abandoned” alike — in Turkey since the early 2000s, tracking the transformation of Erdogan’s history-related politics, and exploring the ongoing mass looting of Armenian properties. Seeking preservation prospects, the lecture will assess the agency of state and non-state stakeholders… Continue reading “The Present of the Past: The State of Armenian Heritage in Turkey” by Dr. Simon Maghakyan
“The Portrayal of Women in Early Armenian Literature” by Dr. David Zakarian
University Business Center 5245 N. Backer Ave., Fresno State, United StatesThe richness of native literary texts and translations produced by the Armenians in the fifth century CE prompted the Mekhitarist fathers to characterize that century as the “Golden Age” of Armenian literature. This lecture explores the portrayal of women in the most influential texts from this period, evaluating how they present women’s roles within the… Continue reading “The Portrayal of Women in Early Armenian Literature” by Dr. David Zakarian
SOAR OC Comedy Fundraiser with Lori Tatoulian!
St. Mary Armenian Church 148 22nd St, Costa Mesa, CA, United StatesPlease join us for this amazing fundraising event! Hosted by SOAR OC with special guest appearance Lori Tatoulian! Space is limited! Buy your tickets today.
RUMMY TOURNAMENT
IMPRESSIONS BANQUET HALL 212 N. ORANGE ST, GLENDALE, CA, United StatesFUNDRAISING
POKER TOURNAMENT
Fundraising Poker tournament organized by Armenia School Foundation.
A Century of Armenian Cinema: Rare films with live improvised cello by Artyom Manukyan
Victoria Theater 2961 16th St., San Francisco, CA, United StatesCome join us for a unique cultural experience celebrating the rich history of Armenian cinema at the historic Victoria Theatre. Immerse yourself in a collection of rare films spanning a century of Armenian storytelling, accompanied by the mesmerizing live cello performance by electric cellist Artyom Manukyan. Date: Sun, Oct 20, 2024 Doors: 5:00 PM Location:… Continue reading A Century of Armenian Cinema: Rare films with live improvised cello by Artyom Manukyan
A Century of Armenian Cinema at Victoria Theatre
Victoria Theater 2961 16th St., San Francisco, CA, United StatesJoin us Sunday, October 20th from 5:30-7pm at the Victoria Theatre for a unique cultural experience celebrating the rich history of Armenian cinema. Immerse yourself in a collection of rare films spanning a century of Armenian storytelling, accompanied by the mesmerizing live electric cello performance. Featuring a screening of Sergei Parajanov’s playful short documentary, “Hakob… Continue reading A Century of Armenian Cinema at Victoria Theatre
A Century of Armenian Cinema at the AGBU Vatche and Tamar Manoukian Center
AGBU Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Center 2495 East Mountain St, Pasadena, CA, United StatesTo celebrate the centenary of legendary Armenian director Sergei Parajanov and Armenian cinema, we present an evening of early Armenian films featuring Parajanov’s 1967 short Hakob Hovnatanyan, and Hamo Beknazarian’s 1927 silent comedy Shor & Shorshor. Artyom Manukyan’s genre-defying approach to electric cello performance combines classical and jazz genres, adding further energy to these early… Continue reading A Century of Armenian Cinema at the AGBU Vatche and Tamar Manoukian Center
L.A. County District Attorney Candidate to Address Armenian Community at St. Gregory
St. Gregory Armenian Church, Pasadena, CA 2215 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United StatesSt. Gregory Men's Forum Distinguished Speaker Series Presents: L.A. COUNTY DISTRICT ATTORNEY CANDIDATE NATHAN HOCHMAN For Its Upcoming Dinner Event. TOPICS OF DISCUSSION WITH Q & A * Restore Public Safety In L.A. County * Ensure Justice Is Served To All L.A. County Residents * Restore The Integrity & Trust Back To The L.A. District… Continue reading L.A. County District Attorney Candidate to Address Armenian Community at St. Gregory
Armenian Wine Dinner
Momed Modern Mediterranean 3245 Casitas Ave., Los Angeles, CA, United StatesThe Armenian Assembly of America Western Region INVITES YOU TO A SPECIAL ARMENIAN FOOD AND WINE PAIRING EVENING MEET Armenian Wine Producers from Maran Winery and Yacoubian-Hobbs Winery EXPERIENCE Wines from Vayots Dzor Province, Armenia MARAN WINERY - MALAHI WINES 200 years of winemaking heritage Malahi Wines, with the slogan “Crossing Parallels,” showcases the art… Continue reading Armenian Wine Dinner
2024 ARPA Film Festival
Harmony Gold 7655 Sunset Blvd, CA, United States2024 Arpa Foundation for Film, Music & Art Festival
Research on Armenian Architecture RAA
LADIES LUNCHEON To Benefit Renovation Expenses of the Lecture Hall of the New Building in Yerevan, Armenia at Katsin Restaurant 515 West Broadway Ave. Unit 111 Glendale CA 91204 Live Entertainment For Tickets Please Call Diana (818) 486-8602 or Medick (818) 590-6057 Zelle online payment can be made to: (818) 469-1186
A Century of Armenian Cinema: From Silent Movies to the Genius of Parajanov
BFI Southbank Belvedere Rd, London, United KingdomTo celebrate the centenary of legendary Armenian director Sergei Parajanov and Armenian cinema, we present an evening of early Armenian films featuring Parajanov’s 1967 short Hakob Hovnatanyan, and Hamo Beknazarian’s 1927 silent comedy Shor & Shorshor. Artyom Manukyan’s genre-defying approach to cello performance combines classical and jazz genres, adding further energy to these early films.… Continue reading A Century of Armenian Cinema: From Silent Movies to the Genius of Parajanov
“Ottoman Passports: Security and Geographic Mobility, 1876-1908” by Dr. İlkay Yılmaz
University Business Center 5245 N. Backer Ave., Fresno State, United Statesİlkay Yılmaz reconsiders the history of two political issues, the Armenian and Macedonian questions, approaching both through the lens of mobility restrictions during the late Ottoman Empire from 1876 to 1908 in her book Ottoman Passports. Yılmaz investigates how Ottoman security perceptions and travel regulations were directly linked to transnational security regimes battling against anarchism.… Continue reading “Ottoman Passports: Security and Geographic Mobility, 1876-1908” by Dr. İlkay Yılmaz
Boston Child Care Committee Welcomes You!
Wellesley Country Club 300 Wellesley Ave., Wellesley, MA, United StatesThe AMAA Boston Child Care Committee is excited to announce an evening with joy and laughter featuring comedian, Kev Orkian to benefit the Khoren & Shooshanig Avedisian School! The Committee chaired by Susan Adamian Covo and Phyllis Dohanian welcomes all to save the date and join us on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at the Wellesley… Continue reading Boston Child Care Committee Welcomes You!
“The Future of the Past: Pathways for Saving Armenian Vestiges in Turkey” by Dr. Simon Maghakyan
University Business Center 5245 N. Backer Ave., Fresno State, United StatesThe lecture will identify and assess domestic, interstate, and international opportunities and challenges for preserving Armenian heritage remnants in the Turkish Republic. It will then discuss three scenarios, detailing the agencies of key stakeholders, for the future of Turkey’s Armenian material past, making the case that a total erasure of all traces of Armenian heritage… Continue reading “The Future of the Past: Pathways for Saving Armenian Vestiges in Turkey” by Dr. Simon Maghakyan
Portraits of the Homeland – Greg Hosharian and the Armenian Pops Orchestra featuring the Voice of Hope Collective Choir
Alex Theatre 216 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA, United StatesPrepare to be captivated by a full 40-piece orchestra and a groundbreaking collaboration with a Gospel Choir. This concert is unlike any you've ever seen, featuring a unique fusion of Armenian music, jazz, rock, and highlights of traditional holiday melodies. With its innovative blend of traditional and contemporary sounds, this event promises to be an… Continue reading Portraits of the Homeland – Greg Hosharian and the Armenian Pops Orchestra featuring the Voice of Hope Collective Choir
Duduk: Sound of the Armenian Soul
AGBU Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Center 2495 East Mountain St, Pasadena, CA, United StatesJoin us for a one-of-a-kind concert celebrating the timeless beauty of the duduk, Armenia's iconic instrument. Featuring renowned duduk masters, vocalists, and musicians, this multi-sensory experience blends folk, classical, and jazz with stunning visuals. Don’t miss this extraordinary event on November 13th! Get your tickets at https://www.agbupac.org/calendar/2024/duduk
“Khatchkars: Emblematic Art of Armenians” by Hrair Hawk Khatcherian
University Business Center 5245 N. Backer Ave., Fresno State, United StatesAmong the creations of Armenian artistic genius, which gives this nation an important place in art's universal history, the khatchkar (khatch=cross; kar=stone) is probably the most iconic example of this in Armenia. Hrair Hawk Khatcherian was born in Lebanon in 1961. In 1982 he earned his wings as a commercial pilot in Hayward California. He… Continue reading “Khatchkars: Emblematic Art of Armenians” by Hrair Hawk Khatcherian
Armenian EyeCare Project Gala
Balboa Bay Resort Balboa Bay Resort, Newport Beach, CA, United StatesJoin us for AECP's Annual Gala on Saturday November 23, 2024 at 6:00pm at the beautiful Balboa Bay Resort in Newport Beach, California as we celebrate over 30 years of sight-saving service in Armenia. The evening will begin with a fun cocktail reception. As guests greet old friends and new, they will have an opportunity… Continue reading Armenian EyeCare Project Gala
Hayat Project & Liana Vanoyan – Live in Peacock Theater
Peacock Theater 777 Chick Hearn Ct, Los Angeles, United StatesHayat Project in LA
Guram Amaryan Stand Up Comedy
Fine Arts Theatre 8556 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, United StatesTickets: https://thereunionparties.com/buy/index.php?cPath=432 Prepare yourself for an amazing exploration into the realm of humor and stand-up comedy with the exceptional Guram Amaryan! Originally from the republic of Georgia, Guram is a seasoned comedian and a true authority in stand-up, acclaimed for his distinctive sense of humor. Known affectionately as the charismatic "bearded" comic, Guram Amaryan's performances attract… Continue reading Guram Amaryan Stand Up Comedy
Ani Dance – 50th Anniversary Performance
Glendale Performing Arts Center 1440 East Broadway, Glendale, CA, United StatesAni Dance - 50th Anniversary Performance