Echoes of Kef Time
University Business Center 5245 N. Backer Ave., Fresno State, United StatesSynopsis of the Film: Richard Hagopian, a legendary Armenian-American musician, pioneered one of the most fruitful genres of Armenian cultural folk music and the joyous, dance-filled events that his band was notorious for holding: Kef Time. But times change, and the once sold-out shows faded into history. Echoes of Kef Time dives into Richard’s quest… Continue reading Echoes of Kef Time
Serouj Kradjian & Band – Piano Fantasy
George Weston Recital Hall at Meridian Arts Centre 5040 Yonge St, North York, ON, CanadaBuy tickets now! https://www.itsmyseat.com/serouj/tickets.html 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… Continue reading Serouj Kradjian & Band – Piano Fantasy
Armenians in Film at Curzon Bloomsbury
Curzon Bloomsbury The Brunswick Centre, London, London, United KingdomAGBU Arts' Armenians in Film: 6 Short Films by Armenian Filmmakers has been showcasing works by award winning Armenian filmmakers at the Film Society of Lincoln Center in New York City, the most distinguished film venue in the US, since 2015, as well touring the series to audiences in California, Sao Paulo, Brazil, and Australia.… Continue reading Armenians in Film at Curzon Bloomsbury
St. Peter 64th Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon
The Ladies Society of St. Peter Armenian Apostolic Church in Van Nuys is pleased to present its 64th annual Fashion Show and Luncheon. Themed “Passion for Fashion,” the event will take place on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Westlake Village. The event begins at 10:00 am with a social hour… Continue reading St. Peter 64th Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon
WINE TASTING
Features 3 wine tastings paired with delectable food samples from the winery's artisan chef. 11 stunning wineries... info@pleasanttravelandtour.com 818 326-7740
Armenian Manuscript Painting: The Early Tradition
University Business Center 5245 N. Backer Ave., Fresno State, United Statescant areas of early Armenian Christian Art. Although the Armenian alphabet was created in the 5 c. AD, the earliest surviving illustrated/painted manuscripts date only from the 9th c. AD. These 9th century manuscripts, such as the Etchmiadzin Gospel and the Queen Mlk'e Gospel give us insight into the early tradition of Armenian Manuscript painting.… Continue reading Armenian Manuscript Painting: The Early Tradition
In Front of the Eyes of the World: The Memoirs of Setrak Timourian
Virtual-Online , United StatesIn Front of the Eyes of the World: The Memoirs of Setrak Timourian gives the reader a fascinating and detailed story of the life of Setrak Timourian, who was born in 1860 in Kayseri. He documented in a thorough manner, his life, the life of his family, and his many adventures. Timourian lived during an… Continue reading In Front of the Eyes of the World: The Memoirs of Setrak Timourian
Cal ASA Annual Cultural Show
St. Vartan Armenian Church 650 Spruce St, Oakland, CA, United StatesCal ASA is honored to present the Annual Cultural Show 2023: Strength in Our Roots “Մեր Արմատների Ուժը”. We will once again come together to celebrate our culture with dance, music and more performances planned to be showcased for our Armenian community! This year our main theme is to bring together stories from our ancestors,… Continue reading Cal ASA Annual Cultural Show
“Komitas Hour” Concert
AGBU Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Center 2495 East Mountain St, Pasadena, CA, United StatesJoin us for an extraordinary musical journey as we honor Komitas, the founder of the Armenian School of Music. Immerse yourself in a unique concert that reimagines Komitas, shedding new light on his legacy and presenting a joyful exhibition of Armenian music meticulously collected and curated by Komitas. Experience the magic of Komitas’ compositions through… Continue reading “Komitas Hour” Concert
Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra at Carnegie Hall
Carnegie Hall 881 7th Avenue, New York, NY, United StatesClassic Music TV channel proudly presents the Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra. The Orchestra's world tour includes some of the most acclaimed classical music stages of North America – Carnegie Hall in New York City, Symphony Hall in Boston, La Maison Symphonique in Montreal, and the Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto. A true celebration of a unique… Continue reading Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra at Carnegie Hall
For You, Aznavour!
Alex Theatre 216 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA, United StatesFor You, Aznavour! November 17, 18 2023 Alex TheatreFeaturing Hayk Petrosyan, Iveta Mukuchyan, Gor Sujyan, and Srbuk, accompanied by Karen Ananyan
Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra at Roy Thomson Hall
Roy Thomson Hall 60 Simcoe Street, Toronto, ON, CanadaClassic Music TV channel proudly presents the Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra. The Orchestra's world tour includes some of the most acclaimed classical music stages of North America – Carnegie Hall in New York City, Symphony Hall in Boston, La Maison Symphonique in Montreal, and the Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto. A true celebration of a unique… Continue reading Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra at Roy Thomson Hall
For You, Aznavour!
Alex Theatre 216 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA, United StatesFor You, Aznavour! November 17, 18 2023 Alex TheatreFeaturing Hayk Petrosyan, Iveta Mukuchyan, Gor Sujyan, and Srbuk, accompanied by Karen Ananyan
Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra at La Maison Symphonique
La Maison Symphonique 1600 Rue Saint-Urbain, Montréal, QC, CanadaClassic Music TV channel proudly presents the Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra. The Orchestra's world tour includes some of the most acclaimed classical music stages of North America – Carnegie Hall in New York City, Symphony Hall in Boston, La Maison Symphonique in Montreal, and the Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto. A true celebration of a unique… Continue reading Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra at La Maison Symphonique
Armenians in Film at Lincoln Center
Film at Lincoln Center 144 W 65th Street, New York, New York, United StatesAGBU Arts is pleased to be showcasing 6 short films by award winning Armenian filmmakers in New York City at Film at Lincoln Center. In addition to the film screening, AGBU Arts is raising funds for the AGBU Global Relief Fund for Artsakh-Armenia.
Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra at Symphony Hall
Boston Symphony Hall 301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA, United StatesThe Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra will soon be embarking on its international world tour of some of the most acclaimed classical music stages of North America – Carnegie Hall in New York City, Symphony Hall in Boston, La Maison Symphonique in Montréal, and the Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto. A true celebration of a unique cultural moment,… Continue reading Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra at Symphony Hall
Armenian EyeCare Project’s Annual Gala
Balboa Bay Resort Balboa Bay Resort, Newport Beach, CA, United StatesSave the date for the Armenian EyeCare Project’s 31st annual Gala! Come celebrate with us and enjoy an evening of cocktails, Armenian dinner, entertainment, silent and live auctions and more. You won’t want to miss the most elegant night of the year!
Konstantinos Argiros In Los Angeles with Guests Sirusho and Victor Espinola
Dolby Theatre 6801 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA, United StatesGreece's #1 recording artist Konstantinos Argiros performs for the first time in Los Angeles and welcomes Armenian sensation Sirusho and Victor Espinola
Laughter for Life
The Comedy Store 8433 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesArmenian Bone Marrow Donor Registry presents: the 19th annual Laughter for Life comedy night Featuring a stellar line-up of comedians Food and cocktails 7 PM Show starts at 8 PM Hosted by Sam Tripoli Tickets: https://www.itsmyseat.com/events/165200.html
Berd Dance Ensemble
Carrington Hall Sequoia High School, 1201 Brewster Ave., Redwood City, CA, United StatesSince 1963 World's Largest Armenian Dance Studio Armenian traditional and folklore dance
20th Annual COAF Holiday Gala in NYC
Cipriani 25 Broadway, New York City, NY, United StatesJoin the Children of Armenia Fund (COAF) in celebrating its 20th Annual COAF Holiday Gala, which will take place on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at the esteemed Cipriani 25 Broadway in New York City. This year's honorees include the esteemed actor Joe Manganiello, recognized for his significant contributions to humanitarian causes, as well as committed… Continue reading 20th Annual COAF Holiday Gala in NYC
NEMRA
Academy LA 6021 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, United StatesNemra is an Armenian rock band established in 2012 in Yerevan. Led by the frontman and main songwriter Van Yeghiazaryan on vocals and guitar, Vaspur Yeghiazaryan on bass and backing vocals, keyboardist and backing vocalist Marianna Karakeyan, and drummer Marek Zaborski. The band’s music draws from the alternative and indie rock genres, and they also… Continue reading NEMRA
Taline & Santa at The Alex
Alex Theatre 216 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA, United StatesJoin Taline & Friends for their 21st Annual Taline & Santa Armenian Christmas Show! The Alex theatre is one of Taline's favorite venues and this year's concert promises to be another exciting event with lots of singing, dancing and a special visit by Santa Claus. The show will feature Taline's most popular children's hits and… Continue reading Taline & Santa at The Alex
NEW YEAR CELEBRATION
Armenian Society of Los Angeles 117 S. Louise St., Glendale, CA, United StatesNEW YEAR CELEBRATION presented by Ice & Fire Dinner dance with band, DJ, unlimited food & drinks.
Armenian Christmas in the Holy Land
Holy LandArmenian Pilgrimage to the Holy Land (Jan 11-22). Experience and learn about the Armenian culture, spirituality, heritage, responsibilities and rights in Jerusalem and her surrounding areas. Armenian Jerusalemites celebrate Christmas on January 19th! Join them and find out why they do so! This is a once in a lifetime experience... you don't want to miss… Continue reading Armenian Christmas in the Holy Land
Benefit Concert Featuring World-Renowned Pianist Vardan Mamikonian
AGBU Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Center 2495 East Mountain St, Pasadena, CA, United States🎉 Join us for a magical night of music at our Charity Concert featuring the world-renowned pianist Vardan Mamikonian. Immerse yourself in the extraordinary talent of this acclaimed French-Armenian artist as he takes you on a musical journey through the works of Bach, Liszt, Chopin, Babajanyan, and Komitas. 🎟️ Get Your Tickets Now! Secure your… Continue reading Benefit Concert Featuring World-Renowned Pianist Vardan Mamikonian
TRACE by Rouzanna Berberian
The Center for Armenian Arts 250 North Orange Street, Gllendale, CA, United StatesJanuary 13, 2024 - The Center for Armenian Arts is excited to announce the Grand Opening in the heart of the Armenian community. This new contemporary art space will serve as a vibrant cultural hub, offering a variety of artistic experiences including visual and performing arts. The center will play a crucial role in promoting… Continue reading TRACE by Rouzanna Berberian
Perry Minasian L.A. Angels General Manager to Speak at St. Gregory
St. Gregory Armenian Church, Pasadena, CA 2215 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United StatesSt. Gregory Armenian Church Distinguished Speaker Series Special Guest Speaker for It's Dinner Meeting: L.A. Angels General Manager Perry Minasian. This will be an amazing evening hearing from a very Proud Armenian outlining his Armenian Heritage and where he started as a young batboy for the Texas Rangers to now the General Manager of the… Continue reading Perry Minasian L.A. Angels General Manager to Speak at St. Gregory
Kick Off to Gala 2024!
Sapore Italiano Ristorante 1447 Burlingame Ave., Burlingame, CA, United StatesWe're kicking off Winter Gala season! Join us for a special first-ever Kick Off to Gala dinner bringing our community together and raising funds to support our brothers and sisters from Artsakh. Enjoy an all-inclusive three-course dinner, including one glass of wine or beer! All proceeds from the dinner to benefit AGBU Global Relief Fund… Continue reading Kick Off to Gala 2024!
Kef Time Fresno 3
Holy Trinity Armenian Church Fresno 2226 Ventura Ave, Fresno, CA, United StatesReturning for the 3rd Consecutive Year The Kef Time Legacy Band is returning to Fresno! Saturday, January 27, 2024 Holy Trinity Armenian Church – 2226 Ventura Ave, Fresno, CA 93721 ********************************** CHECK-IN @ 6:00 PM DOORS OPEN @ 6:30 PM DINNER @ 7:00 PM MUSIC FROM 8 PM TILL ? Proceeds will benefit the Armenian… Continue reading Kef Time Fresno 3
Heritage in Peril: Safeguarding Artsakh’s Cultural Monuments in the Aftermath of Invasion
zoomZoom-Virtual Presentation The last Armenian prayer in Artsakh was held at Dadivank on October 1, 2023, following Azerbaijan’s invasion and ethnic cleansing of Nagorno-Karabakh. What happens to the monuments that Armenians had to leave behind? What can stakeholders do to prevent the scenario of Nakhichevan, where in 1997-2006 Azerbaijan eradicated the entire known inventory… Continue reading Heritage in Peril: Safeguarding Artsakh’s Cultural Monuments in the Aftermath of Invasion
Eradicating Cultures, Erasing Lives: Children and the Armenian and Native American Genocides
University Business Center 5245 N. Backer Ave., Fresno State, United StatesIn this talk, Keith David Watenpaugh, Professor and Director at UC Davis Human Rights Studies, draws the genocide of the Armenians of the Ottoman Empire into the comparative study of indigenous genocide. He focuses on the erasure of indigenous children's identity by state authorities through boarding schools to argue that the ideology and practice of… Continue reading Eradicating Cultures, Erasing Lives: Children and the Armenian and Native American Genocides
Valentine’s Comedy Show
Colony Theatre 555 N 3rd St, Burbank, CAValentine's Comedy Show Written & Created by Lory Tatoulian
“Armenians in Film” : 6 Short Films by Armenian Filmmakers
Leon S. & Pete Peters Educational Center, Fresno States 5010 N. Woodrow Ave., Fresno, United StatesThis 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.
AGBU SF Winter Gala 2024 – Gala’s Back!
WELCOME RECEPTION Friday, February 16, 2024, at 6PM The Clock Bar inside Westin St. Francis 335 Powell St., SF Get the return of Winter Gala started with some real social networking at the Welcome Reception! With a menu evoking a specific time and place in history, head to the Clock Bar in The Westin lobby… Continue reading AGBU SF Winter Gala 2024 – Gala’s Back!
AGBU SF Winter Gala 2024 – Gala’s Back!
WELCOME RECEPTION Friday, February 16, 2024, at 6PM The Clock Bar inside Westin St. Francis 335 Powell St., SF Get the return of Winter Gala started with some real social networking at the Welcome Reception! With a menu evoking a specific time and place in history, head to the Clock Bar in The Westin lobby… Continue reading AGBU SF Winter Gala 2024 – Gala’s Back!
AGBU SF Winter Gala 2024 – Gala’s Back!
WELCOME RECEPTION Friday, February 16, 2024, at 6PM The Clock Bar inside Westin St. Francis 335 Powell St., SF Get the return of Winter Gala started with some real social networking at the Welcome Reception! With a menu evoking a specific time and place in history, head to the Clock Bar in The Westin lobby… Continue reading AGBU SF Winter Gala 2024 – Gala’s Back!
AGBU SF Winter Gala 2024 – Gala’s Back!
WELCOME RECEPTION Friday, February 16, 2024, at 6PM The Clock Bar inside Westin St. Francis 335 Powell St., SF Get the return of Winter Gala started with some real social networking at the Welcome Reception! With a menu evoking a specific time and place in history, head to the Clock Bar in The Westin lobby… Continue reading AGBU SF Winter Gala 2024 – Gala’s Back!
AGBU SF Winter Gala 2024 – Gala’s Back!
WELCOME RECEPTION Friday, February 16, 2024, at 6PM The Clock Bar inside Westin St. Francis 335 Powell St., SF Get the return of Winter Gala started with some real social networking at the Welcome Reception! With a menu evoking a specific time and place in history, head to the Clock Bar in The Westin lobby… Continue reading AGBU SF Winter Gala 2024 – Gala’s Back!
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
AGBU SF Winter Gala 2024 – Gala’s Back!
WELCOME RECEPTION Friday, February 16, 2024, at 6PM The Clock Bar inside Westin St. Francis 335 Powell St., SF Get the return of Winter Gala started with some real social networking at the Welcome Reception! With a menu evoking a specific time and place in history, head to the Clock Bar in The Westin lobby… Continue reading AGBU SF Winter Gala 2024 – Gala’s Back!
Hamazkayin W.R.L.G. Book Presentation
ACF Burbank Beshir Mardirossian Youth Center 75 E Santa Anita Ave, Burbank, CA, United StatesHamazkayin 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
Outcasting Armenians: Tanzimat of the Provinces
University Business Center 5245 N. Backer Ave., Fresno State, United StatesThis 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
“Armenian Jerusalem: Past, Present, and Future” by Dr. Bedross Der Matossian
Smittcamp Alumni House 2625 E Matoian Way, Fresno, CA, United StatesArmenian 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
A Performance and Lecture by Şahan Arzruni on Armenian Women Composers
National Arts Club 15 Gramercy Park South, New York, NY, United StatesExperience 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
“Western Armenian Music: An Artist’s Perspective” by Hachig Kazarian
Virtual-Online , United StatesSilenced 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
Armenians in Film Orange County
St. Mary Armenian Church 148 22nd St, Costa Mesa, CA, United StatesThe 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
Armenian Assembly of America Advocacy Briefing
Western Diocese of the Armenian Church 3325 North Glenoaks Blvd., Burbank, CA, United StatesJoin 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