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SUMMARY:Group Exhibition: So Far\, So Close
DESCRIPTION:Opening reception and artist talk: Friday\, Sept 6\, 6-9 PM. Artists talk moderated by Aida Shahghasemi will be held on the day of the opening reception at 7:30-9:00 PM. Closing Reception: Saturday\, Sept 21\, 3-5 PM \nThe So Far\, So Close exhibition explores the complicated experience of displacement\nfrom the motherland through themes of space\, distance\, and memory by three Iranian female artists – Katayoun Amjadi\, Ziba Rajabi and Shirin Ghoraishi – who reside outside of Iran by choice or by force.\nEven though these artists have resided so far from their homeland for years\, they feel so close to it\, and distance has not diminished their love and care for it. Through the Persian language and Iranian culture\, a part of their existence is defined by where they are from\, regardless of where they take these temporal bodies. Meanwhile\, they embrace and value their borderless life journey and cherish experiences that they have had as a result of a deliberate choice to live abroad and the opportunity to explore the unknown. \nThis work is funded in part by MHC with money from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4\, 2008.
URL:https://twincitiesiranianculturefestival.com/event/group-exhibition-so-far-so-close/
LOCATION:Q.Arma Underground Gallery\, 1224 Quincy St. NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States
CATEGORIES:upcoming
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SUMMARY:Tales of Persia: Stories\, Art and Play in Cumming Park
DESCRIPTION:“Tales of Persia” is an engaging and creative outdoor event designed for children and families. This free event combines storytelling with interactive art activities\, allowing kids to explore creativity while learning about Persian culture. It aims to introduce Persian culture to both Persian and non-Persian children and foster a love for storytelling and art while providing a fun and educational experience in a natural setting. \nThis event is funded in part by the Minnesota Humanities Center with money from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4\, 2008.
URL:https://twincitiesiranianculturefestival.com/event/tales-of-persia-stories-art-and-play-in-cumming-park/
LOCATION:Cumming Park\, 1219 Cumming Park Drive\, Arden Hills\, MN\, 55112\, United States
CATEGORIES:upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240804T130000
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SUMMARY:"English"  Play and Reception @ The Guthrie / ticket discounts available
DESCRIPTION:Sanaz Toossi’s Pulitzer prize-winning play\, English\, tells the story of four Iranians who studying English at a school in Karaj\, hoping someday to emigrate. The performance will be followed by a reception at 3:10 with the director and performers. Light appetizers and tea will be served. At the reception\, you will have the opportunity to share your own stories about learning English.\nThe Guthrie is offering 50% off code (promo code: ICC) for the Aug. 4 matinee. The code will have a limit of 6 tickets per person\, with no restrictions on seating area. This is available by phone and window\, not online\, so you will need to contact the Box Office at 612.377.2224 during regular hours.
URL:https://twincitiesiranianculturefestival.com/event/english-play-and-reception-the-guthrie-ticket-discounts-available/
LOCATION:Guthrie Theater\, 818 S. Second St.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55415\, United States
CATEGORIES:upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T180000
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SUMMARY:Reflections: Art Exhibit by Roya Nazari Najafabadi / Slideshow of Iran in 1976 by Stephan Kistler
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite all to the opening event and artist reception for our next exhibition\, ‘REFLECTIONS’ – a solo show of paintings\, photographs and mixed media installations by Roya Nazari Najafabadi.\nRoya Nazari Najafabadi is an Iranian-born artist who lives in Minneapolis\, MN. Through painting\, photography\, and mixed-media\, she explores the experiences and struggles of Iranian women\, including their resilience and quest for freedom. She seeks to tell stories\, through her art forms\, that otherwise would be kept silent\, and raise awareness about the social/political challenges faced by Iranian Women today. She says: “My upcoming exhibition\, ‘Reflections\,’ captures my artistic journey and the collective Iranian experiences of Iranian women. It highlights their strength\, creativity\, and unwavering spirit.”\nThis exhibition\, and the opening event\, are co-sponsored by and created in close collaboration with the Twin Cities Iranian Culture Collective\, as part of their Annual Iranian Culture Festival\, and  funded in part by the Metro Regional Arts Council with money from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund that was created with the vote of the people of Minnesota on November 4\, 2008.\nThe opening event and artist reception on July 17 (6-9 pm) will include a brief presentation about her work by Roya Nazari Najafabadi. It will also feature a celebration of Iranian Culture through a slide show presentation by Stephan F. Kistler [ @artforpaynerelief ]\, documenting his travels to Iran way back during a spring break from ETH Zurich in 1976; a delicious sampling of Persian cuisine; and a curated program of Persian background music.\nThis invitation is open to all! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to meet the artist and see her outstanding art; learn about a country is not easily accessible to travelers; and experience first-hand its rich culture and most hospitable and welcoming people!
URL:https://twincitiesiranianculturefestival.com/event/reflections-art-exhibit-by-roya-nazari-najafabadi-slideshow-of-iran-in-1976-by-stephan-kistler/
LOCATION:Art @ 976\, 967 Payne Avenue\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55130
CATEGORIES:upcoming
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SUMMARY:MSP International Film Festival: Critical Zone
DESCRIPTION:This film will be shown again on Saturday\, April 20 at 9:35 p.m.\nAmir drives through Tehran at night\, dealing drugs and talking to the users\, prostitutes\, pimps\, people in pain and other troubled souls. With his dog\, he contemplates his loneliness and his\, and his country’s\, future.\nAmir faces the monotony of work like anyone else. But in this case\, he’s a nocturnal drug dealer\, embracing Tehran’s invisible and impotent counterculture as an act of resistance. Director Ali Ahmadzadeh’s powerful and controversial film was shot in secret in Tehran\, and used only amateur actors. A cry of defiance\, Critical Zone has won praise around the world\, but has also resulted in Ahmadzadeh being pressured by Iran’s Ministry of Security to withdraw the film from festivals\, and in his being denied work in Iran.\nPurchase tickets at https://mspfilm.org/show/critical-zone/. For a $3 discount\, use promo code IRCMSPIFF24.
URL:https://twincitiesiranianculturefestival.com/event/msp-international-film-festival-critical-zone-2/
LOCATION:The Main Cinema\, 115 S.E. Main St.\, Minneapolis\, 55414
CATEGORIES:upcoming
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SUMMARY:MSPIFF Film Festival: In the Land of Brothers
DESCRIPTION:This film will be shown again on Thursday\, April 18 at 2:30 p.m. Almost 5 million Afghan refugees live in Iran\, and most of them are in the fraught position of being suddenly deported back to a dangerous existence. Filmmakers Raha Amirfazli and Alireza Ghasemi follow three separate tales that superbly illustrate this little-known plight of a people left almost stateless by decades of conflict. Use promo code IRCMSPIFF24 for a $3 discount.
URL:https://twincitiesiranianculturefestival.com/event/mspiff-film-festival-in-the-land-of-brothers/
LOCATION:The Main Cinema\, 115 S.E. Main St.\, Minneapolis\, 55414
CATEGORIES:upcoming
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SUMMARY:Voices Unveiled: A Nowruz Concert and Community Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Voices Unveiled is an innovative music ensemble established in November 2022 by Ehsan Matoori\, a virtuoso santoor player and accomplished composer. Collaborating with two extraordinary Iranian female vocalists\, Maliheh Moradi and Mina Deris\, who recently relocated to the United States from Iran\, the ensemble brings a unique blend of talent and cultural richness to the stage. \nThe performance will be in Farsi and Arabic\, but you won’t have to speak either language to appreciate the music and its message: translation of the lyrics will be displayed on the large screen behind the stage. \nWhile the primary objective of Voices Unveiled is to poignantly depict the harsh realities and injustices experienced by Iranian women\, particularly those in the artistic field\, the ensemble also aspires to authenticate Iranian culture and art\, particularly during revered ancient celebrations like Yalda\, Nowruz\, Tirgan\, and Mehregan. \nThe performance will be followed by a reception with the artists\, with Persian tea and cookies. \nFor directions and parking information: https://ordway.org/visit/directions-parking/. \n\n\nGet your tickets here. \nPresented by the Twin Cities Iranian Culture Collective.
URL:https://twincitiesiranianculturefestival.com/event/voices-unveiled-a-nowruz-concert-and-community-gathering/
LOCATION:Ordway Center for the Performing Arts\, 345 Washington St.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102
CATEGORIES:upcoming
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SUMMARY:Film: A REVOLUTION ON CANVAS
DESCRIPTION:Part art-heist\, part family drama\, part political thriller. In this hybrid political thriller and verité portrait documentary\, Sara Nodjoumi\, working with co-director and husband\, Till Schauder\, makes her directorial debut with this personal film\, diving into the mystery surrounding the disappearance of more than 100 “treasonous” paintings by her father\, seminal Iranian modern artist Nickzad Nodjoumi.
URL:https://twincitiesiranianculturefestival.com/event/film-a-revolution-on-canvas/
LOCATION:The Main Cinema\, 115 S.E. Main St.\, Minneapolis\, 55414
CATEGORIES:upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240114T210000
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SUMMARY:2023/24 MSP Iranian Film Fest
DESCRIPTION:Note new dates: The 2023 MSP Iranian Film Showcase has been postponed\, and will be presented in partnership with the MSP Film Society\, January 12-14 2024 at The Main Cinema – 115 SE Main St\, Minneapolis. More details coming soon!
URL:https://twincitiesiranianculturefestival.com/event/2023-msp-iranian-film-fest/
LOCATION:The Main Cinema\, 115 S.E. Main St.\, Minneapolis\, 55414
CATEGORIES:upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231007T200000
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SUMMARY:Twin Cities Mehregan Fall Iranian Culture Festival
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\nWe are excited to announce the lineup for our 2023 Fall Iranian Culture Festival\, “Mehregan: A Persian Celebration of Love\, Kindness and Hope\, to be held October 7 at the new 526 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul event space. (Enter next to salon.) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe doors will open at: 11:00 a.m. with: \n\n a display of Iranian tapestry\, embroidery and silver works\, from the collections of Niccu Tafarrodi.\n a chaikhaneh (tea house) featuring Iranian tea served from traditional Iranian samovars\, and sweets provided by the Southdale’s Luminous Cafe.\n\nLunch items will be available for purchase from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. \, including chicken or lamb skewers (koobideh) with flat bread. Cooked on an outdoor grill by master chef Alireza. \nThe afternoon program kicks off at 1:15 p.m. with a welcome by TCICC board chair Hossein Jalali. \n1:30 – 2:30 A special appearance by singer-songwriter-artist Marjan Farsad\, before she begins her national tour. She’s performing in the Twin Cities on November 5! \n2:30 – 3:30 Pianist Faraz Ghassemi performs a program of music inspired by his Iranian heritage\, including classical melodies\, pop favorites and original compositions. \n3:30 – 4:30 – the poetry of Omar Khayyam\, set to music like you have never heard it before! Setar master Dan Rein sings and plays the setar\, dotar\, and dotar banjo\, accompanied by Mikkel Beckman on washboard\, Sean Egan on bass clarinet and percussion\, and Matt Cartier (from the popular Americana / Roots  band Pert Near Sandstone) on  banjo. \n4:30-5:30 Classical Persian Dancer Parisa Naini and the Shirzan Dance Ensemble performing traditional Iranian folk dances. Just back from their appearance at the San Antonio\, Texas Mehregan festival! \n5:30 – 7:00 – light dinner fare for purchase\, including aush reshteh (barley noodle soup)\, meat cutlet sandwiches and kuku sabzi (Iranian veggie quiche). \n7:00 – Music on the cutting edge – a “telematic electronic ambient jazz composition with visual arts\,” performed by guitarist composer Niayesh Shababi on stage\, with Mohamad Nikpour connecting remotely from Quebec. \n8:00 p.m. – 9:30: dancing to Persian pop with DJ Mohammad Sargazi. \n\n\n 
URL:https://twincitiesiranianculturefestival.com/event/twin-cities-mehregan-fall-iranian-culture-festival/
LOCATION:526 Selby Ave. \, St. Paul\, MN\, 526 Selby Ave.\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102
CATEGORIES:upcoming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230820T133000
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SUMMARY:Persian / Farsi Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Our next Persian / Farsi Conversation group gathering will be 1:30 PM on Sunday August 20 at the Luminous Cafe in the Southdale Center\, Edina. Persian pastries and maybe ash reshte (noodle soup) will be available for purchase. Let us know if you can join us!
URL:https://twincitiesiranianculturefestival.com/event/13337/
LOCATION:Luminous Cafe\, Southdale Center\, Edinas
CATEGORIES:upcoming
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