Celebrating Armenia Festival in New York During April 2015

Celebrating_Armenia_2015In remembrance of the Centenary of the Armenian Genocide, Alwan and 3rd i NY have scheduled a special series presenting the persevering arts and culture of the Armenians, who share a collective tragedy. Armenians have become a fundamental part and active voice in the tapestry of world cultures, specifically that of the Middle East and the Arab world, where distinct and complex Armenian communities have taken root and been nourished over the last century.

Musical Performances

Friday, April 10, 20:00 (8:00 pm)

1915-2015 Truth & Hope. Ara Dinkjian on ‘ud, accompanied by string quartet & Tamer Pınarbası on qanun

Friday, April 17, 20:00 (8:00 pm)

Anna and Anais with guest musicians celebrate Armenian folk with a flamenco flavor

Film Screenings

Wednesday, April 22, 19:00 (7:00 pm)
Film Screening & Discussion: The River Ran Red by J. Michael Hagopian
Documentary | 2009 | United States | 60 minutes
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Short Films
The Frame by Ophelia Harutyunyan (10:47)
The Jailor by Anahid Yahjian (03:15)

Wednesday, April 22, 19:00 (7:00 pm)
Film Screening & Discussion: Embers by Tamara Stepanyan
Documentary | 2012 | Lebanon/Qatar/Armenia | 76 minutes
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Short Films
Levon by Anahid Yahjian (06:59)
Four Walls by Anahid Yahjian (04:25)

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