List of Persian/Iranian Events for 2011-05-07

Celebration of Persian culture, food, music and art. There would be numerous performances Persian musicians, plenty of food, dance lessons, etc.

Afsaneh Art & Culture Society unites a group of phenomenal Bay Area dance and musical guests in a vibrant exploration of the rich cultural traditions of the Silk Road. This year's festival will also showcase some dynamic innovations, a cross-pollination of culture and ideas, sizzling with poetic lyricism and dazzling moves. Representing art & cultures of Iran, China, Mongolia, Turkey, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, India and more.

Fun for the whole family! A gift of culture for Mother's Day......

Don't miss the amazing pre-performance Silk Road Bazaar! Displays of traditional clothing, exhibits, art, and refreshments. The Festival of the Silk Road brings together an inspired roster of dance and musical artists including Ballet Afsaneh, Yore Turkish Folkdance Ensemble, the award-winning Chinese Performing Arts of America, Khukh Tenger - Mongolian Dance Group, Shahrzad Dance Company, and Niosha Dance Academy. Esteemed musical guests include: the Zaryab Persian Music Ensemble, Ebrahimi Brothers, Turkish Classical Music group, Chinese Performing Arts Music Ensemble .... many more!

Tickets: $18 general, $12 Kids/Seniors, $25 Sponsor (includes preferred seating)
Purchase Online:
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/167345

Purchase by Phone: (800) 838-3006 (24/7 hotline)

Festival Information: http://www.dancesilkroad.org/events-silkroadfest-11.html

A fusion band of Flamenco and traditional Persian music, Mezghoon Ensemble is a newly formed band with Mima Goodarz (vocal) and Emad Bonakdar (composer).

Emad (www.emadoo.com), Mima and their friends Kai Eckhart on bass (www.kaizone.com), Heshmat Ahmad on Tabla, and Navid Mostafazadeh on Kamanche will have a concert on May 7, 2011.

Join them for a memorable night at the Historic Hoover Theatre in San Jose, CA.


Ticket: $35

For more info call: 408-656-0089


http://www.renegadetheatre.com/boxoffice/hoover.html
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpC7lFGCVto

For Full Event Information, Visit http://www.solylunasf.com

Saturday, May 7th
at Mezzanine
444 Jessie St

Sol Y Luna, Mirza Party, Christian P. & Rhythm Ethics
with hosts 7Productions, Essential Nightlife, Privilege SF, SF House Music, Matique, Dancing Astronaut, SFNiteOut, Addicted SF, Rise SF, NightLife Ent, Nettie Promotions, Aladdine Ent, David Bui, & Leah Hutt proudly present...

Performing LIVE, Grammy Award Winning Artist Trio,


Album Release Tour

Tall Sasha (Ruby Skye / Supperclub)

Dirty Hertz (Matique) Dev E (SF House Music)

VIP Balcony Hosted by: Donovan SF


Tickets are 50% Off!!!
For Tickets & Tables Reservations http://www.solylunasf.com