This film will be shown again on Saturday, April 20 at 9:35 p.m. Amir 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. Amir faces the monotony of work like […]
Critical Zone will be shown again at 9:35 p.m. on Saturday, May 20. For $3 discount, use promo code IRCMSPIFF24. Amir 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. […]
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. Roya Nazari Najafabadi is an Iranian-born artist who lives in Minneapolis, MN. Through painting, photography, and mixed-media, she explores the experiences and […]
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 […]
"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 […]
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 The So Far, So Close exhibition explores the complicated experience of displacement from the motherland through themes of space, […]
Experience the mesmerizing fusion of East and West with Dorian, a sensational band formed by six Iranian virtuosos based in Houston. This debut concert at Sundin Music Hall showcases a groundbreaking blend of traditional Persian instruments – including the enchanting Taar and rhythmic Tonbak – harmonizing flawlessly with Western counterparts like piano, flute, and violin. […]
Here's the schedule: Doors will open at: 11:00 a.m., with: - A chaikhaneh (tea house) featuring Iranian tea served from traditional Iranian samovars, and complementary sweets provided by the Ellie's Pastry Shop. - kids activities, organized by Elham Ayoubi and Yassi Sokhanvari with balloon artist Mandana Okpor-Company. (Until 3 p.m.) 12:30 to 1:15 pm - Lunch Lunch items […]
The Twin Cities' most talented Iranian-American artists will have their work on display at our sixth annual Iranian Artists Exhibition Thursday, October 24 through Saturday, December 1 2024 at the Hopkins Center for the Arts. New works by 18 artists will be on display, including several artists whose work has never before been featured in […]
An evening of wine tasting and conversation about art in the tribal textiles of Persia. We will open the evening with notes on a selection of wines from Solo Vino wine store. Our special guest is life-long textile and rug collector and artist Joseph Breidel who will bring part of his collection to the art […]
