In order to appeal to a wide range of audience, we propose to showcase performances ranging in various styles of Iranian music including traditional, folkloric, jazz, classic, fusion, pop, rock, and electronic. View Music Events.
Emphasizing on our internationally acclaimed artists, we are including styles from authentic to fusion and contemporary. The contrast between these styles will offer an engaging and provocative opportunity to muse, enjoy, and learn all at the same time. View Dance Events.
Theatre is an art form that is very much alive and thriving in Iran. The audience will enjoy a combination of ancient traditional and contemporary works. View Theatre Events.
We plan to have world-class Iranian directors and cinematographers. They will bring with them screenings of their work, and the festival will provide lectures and workshops. View Cinema Events.
The works of over forty Iranian artists will be displayed, ranging in various forms and styles. Additionally, we will include an exciting contest where ten of Iran’s top artists will make up our judging panel. They will select the best works in photography and graphic design submitted by young local artists. View Visual Arts Events.
Poetry and literature are prominent aspects of the Iranian culture that have a far-reaching impact on different artistic expressions including music, dance, and painting. Panel discussions, lectures, and book readings will be presented by renowned and highly acclaimed Iranian literary figures. View Literature Events.
We intend to bring professional Iranian artists that will entertain and educate children. In order to appeal to all ages, there will be an assortment of entertaining activities in areas of dance, music, puppet shows, and storytelling. View Children Activities.
To create a traditional ambiance, we will be decorating both indoor and outdoor venues. Our goal is to display various urban architectural spaces that will represent ancient and modern Iran.
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