Farhang Foundation

A member supported nonpolitical, nonreligious, nonprofit foundation dedicated to celebrating Iranian Art & Culture for the benefit of the community at large.

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Farhang Foundation mourns the passing of Marjane Satrapi, the internationally acclaimed author, illustrator, animator, and filmmaker whose groundbreaking work transformed the global understanding of Iranian culture and identity.

Through her landmark graphic memoir Persepolis, Satrapi introduced millions of readers around the world to a deeply personal and profoundly human portrait of Iran, in an innovative style that expanded the possibilities of storytelling. Her distinctive voice, courageous, insightful, and deeply compassionate, resonated across generations and cultures, making her one of the most influential literary figures of our time.

Beyond literature, Satrapi’s contributions to cinema and animation demonstrated her remarkable artistic vision. Her Academy Award-nominated adaptation of Persepolis and subsequent films showcased the power of art to bridge cultures, provoke thoughtful dialogue, and illuminate the complexities of the human experience. Through her work, she elevated graphic storytelling and animation as vital forms of artistic and cultural expression.

Marjane Satrapi leaves behind an extraordinary legacy that transcends borders and disciplines. Her creativity, intellect, and unwavering commitment to authentic storytelling enriched the worlds of art, literature, and film, while inspiring countless artists, writers, filmmakers, and readers around the globe.

We extend our deepest condolences to her family, friends, collaborators, and the many admirers whose lives were touched by her work. Her voice will continue to inspire future generations, and her enduring contributions to world culture will not be forgotten.

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We are thrilled to announce that tonight‘s Kayhan Kalhor concert with The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra is now sold out. We look forward to welcoming everyone tonight for what promises to be a spectacular performance. Thank you Vancouver for all the support.

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Join us this Sunday May 31 at @UCLAalpert for a day of Iranian Music from 9AM - 9PM, including workshops, talks, performances, and a closing finale concert. All events are free and open to the public, check out our full schedule by visiting https://t.co/l6bHBwYCaQ

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Check out this virtual exhibition tour of the current Mouncher Yektai exhibition at the @icamiami with curator Donna Honarpisheh. Learn more about this exhibition by visiting us at https://t.co/Ynn38P8CaO
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We are proud to announce our first exhibition partnership in Europe with the launch of TURANDOT by the @Parasolunit during the Venice Biennial. More info at https://t.co/ujwi1jzM7r

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Proud to present the upcoming @KayhanKalhor concert with the presitgious @VSOrchestra at Vancouver's majestic Orpheum Theater on June 3. Tickets an more info at https://t.co/XGvnzNEB96

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Announcing Manoucher Yektai: The Stranger and the Tree at @icamiami in Miami Florida.
On view April 30 – November 22, this landmark exhibition marks the first solo museum presentation in the U.S. of pioneering Iranian-born, New York School artist Manoucher Yektai.
More info at https://t.co/i8OiANzTIR

Bringing together nearly 30 paintings from 1948–1963, the exhibition traces Yektai’s evolution from early surrealist-inflected abstraction to his signature gestural style, where thick, expressive brushstrokes transform still life, landscape, and portrait into richly textured, almost sculptural forms.

Rooted in a deeply personal visual language, Yektai’s work draws on Iranian rugs, Iranian flora, calligraphy, and mystical poetry, fusing Iranian and American traditions into a uniquely transnational vision of abstract expressionism.

Don’t miss this powerful exploration of an artist who redefined the boundaries between abstraction and representation.

Exhibtion curated by Dana Honarpisheh
📍 ICA Miami, Florida
🗓 April 30 – November 22

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We proudly present LIGHT ALWAYS PREVAILS, the Bay Area debut of Maestro Shardad Rohani’s Roudaki Orchestra on May 31 at the Dinkelspiel Auditorium, Stanford University in Palo Alto. Tickets & more info via https://t.co/U8D5nEdMwA

An evening to bring the community together for unity and beautiful music by Iranian composers and musicians.
Comprised of forty exceptional musicians under the direction of Maestro Rohani, the Roudaki Orchestra brings together extraordinary talent to showcase the richness and evolution of Iranian musical traditions.

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Announcing the 2026 UCLA Celebration of Iranian Cinema by the @UCLAFTVArchive. Free reservations now open via https://t.co/0HP6Pf95ae
The UCLA Film & Television Archive and Farhang Foundation proudly present the 2026 UCLA Celebration of Iranian Cinema — the longest-running Iranian film series in the United States.
📷 Billy Wilder Theater at the Hammer Museum
📷 June 5–21, 2026

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The 10th Annual IRAN THROUGH BOOKS returns to the @latimesfob this April 18 - 19 at @USC Join us at America's largest annual book festival at booth #948 and meet our guest authors in person. Learn more at https://t.co/BUlXMnzoRS Admission is free.

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The Pulitzer Prize winning, 5 Time Tony Nominated ENGLISH by Sanaz Toossi is now in Los Angeles through April 26 at @TheWallisBH Do not miss your only chance to experience what Variety calls "One of the Best Plays of the Decade" Tickets & More at https://t.co/Wz8nnzpuvE

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We are proud to welcome the incredible Sara Hamidi for her long-awaited U.S. stage debut on April 4 in ECHOES OF FREEDOM: Honoring the Enduring Voices of Iranians, where she will join the full 80-piece Pacific Symphony Orchestra, one of the world’s leading symphony orchestras, at the majestic Renée & Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa.

🎟️ Tickets & more info: https://t.co/kAATIhzXBZ

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The incomparable,countertenor Cameron Shahbazi takes the stage in ECHOES OF FREEDOM: Honoring The Enduring Voices of Iranians on April 4 🎟️ Tickets & more info: https://t.co/kAATIhzXBZ

For one night only, experience Cameron’s breathtaking performance of Googoosh’s iconic hit “Bavar Kon” brought to life alongside the full 80-piece Pacific Symphony Orchestra at the stunning Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa, California.

More than a concert, Echoes of Freedom is a powerful gathering, bringing our community together to heal through the power of music, and uniting celebrated Iranian artists with one of America’s most renowned symphony orchestras.

Joined by Babak Amini, Sara Hamidi, Tara Ghassemieh, Vitor Luiz, and the legendary Maestro Shardad Rohani, this is a performance you won’t want to miss.

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Farhang Foundation and @PacificSymphony present Echoes of Freedom, a Nowruz concert honoring the enduring voices of Iranians and offering a moment of reflection, healing, and cultural connection. Tickets and more via https://t.co/x8ZViEYYmr

Featuring extraordinary Iranian artists including Shardad Rohani, Babak Amini, Sara Hamidi, Cameron Shahbazi, and Tara Ghassemieh. Conducted by Music Director Laureate Carl St. Clair, the performance brings a message of cultural pride, reflection, and unity on Saturday, April 4.

Join us at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall for an evening of shared resonance and hope.

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FARHANG FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES THE CANCELLATION OF PLANNED 2026 NOWRUZ EVENT AT UCLA BUT ADDS SPECIAL CONCERTS HONORING THE ENDURING VOICES OF IRANIANS! Read the full release now https://t.co/MdadpoQyf5

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Farhang Foundation mourns the horrific loss of innocent lives in Iran. We are deeply saddened by the suffering of families and communities who are enduring unimaginable grief. Our hearts are with the people of Iran in this painful moment in our history.

Iran is one of the world’s oldest civilizations and the birthplace of human rights, articulated more than 2,500 years ago by Cyrus the Great. The sanctity of life, respect for human dignity, and the fundamental importance of freedom are values woven into the very fabric of Iranian history and culture. These principles are essential to the Iranian people and have endured across centuries of hardship, violence, and loss.

Farhang Foundation stands in solidarity with the people of Iran and affirms the universal importance of human rights, compassion, and humanity. We honor the resilience of the Iranian people and hold space for remembrance, empathy, and hope.

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Iran is one of the world’s oldest civilizations and the birthplace of human rights, first articulated over 2,500 years ago by Cyrus the Great. However, Iran’s enduring importance and resilience have always flowed from something deeper: Iranians and Iranian culture.

Across centuries of hardship, upheaval, invasion, and injustice, Iranians have always prevailed, not because of power or politics, but because of our art, poetry, music, philosophy, language, and collective memory. Iranian culture has been the vessel that has carried our values forward when institutions have failed. It has always preserved our identity when freedom was denied and has paved the way to self-determination, keeping meaning and coherence alive in the darkest times.

Thank you to the Iranian people for what you have given the world through culture, literature, art, and for your enduring belief in human dignity. May you always shine brightly as the true representatives of our culture.

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Catch the world premiere of @AzamAliOfficial 's latest masterpiece ONCE MORE, ALL IS GREEN. Now playing https://t.co/uNz2Ml0Fgz