Aram Khachaturyan Mr. Sabredance
2026-03-11 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Unforgettable evening celebrating 122 birthday and the legacy of Aram Khachaturian – one of the most brilliant composers in world (Armenian) history.
This documentary is more than a film – it’s an invitation to inspire, motivate, and educate the next generation about the extraordinary figures who shaped our heritage.
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Date/Time: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM

Hoarse Fanfares: Triumph
2026-03-13 19:00 - 2026-03-14 18:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Armenian Arts presents Hoarse Fanfares: Triumph, an exhibition exploring the mystical dimension of the graphic practice of Stratumism by Armen Ronov.
In spiritual tradition, fanfares announce awakening.
Yet when they sound hoarse, awakening has passed through purification — through fire. This exhibition reflects the triumph of a spirit that has undergone initiation.
Artistic Manifesto
Layering. Incisions. Texture.
• Fanfare — the line as proclamation, the gesture as signal.
• Hoarseness — the tactile abrasion of graphic matter.
• Triumph — the achieved compositional equilibrium.
This is the triumph of material left unpolished.
Hoarse Fanfares: Triumph is a victory without varnish.
It is the sound of art that has endured the friction of time.
Here, triumph does not shout. It bears witness — in a raspy register — affirming both fact and communion with time itself.
We invite you to experience this contemplative and textural body of work across two evenings at Armenian Arts.
Exhibition Dates:
Friday, March 13, 2026 | 7:00–10:00 PM
Saturday, March 14,2026 | 3:00–6:00 PM

TEVANIK | An Award-Winning Armenian Film
2026-03-14 19:30 - 22:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Free Screaning presented by film director Jivan Avetisyan. Q&A to follow.
Armenian Arts presents a special screening of TEVANIK (2014), an internationally acclaimed Armenian-Lithuanian co-production directed by Jivan Avetisyan.
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 81 minutes
Language: Armenian
Allowed Age: 12+
About the Film
Tevanik is a poetic and deeply human film about the consequences of war — about interrupted childhood, fractured families, regret, and the rediscovery of human values.
Structured in three chapters, the story unfolds through the perspectives of adolescents coming of age in a landscape torn apart by war:
Aram – The Sonnet
A harmonious family is separated by conflict. In a single day, Aram’s childhood ends.
Astghik – The Elegy
Through Astghik’s perspective, we witness how peace turns into war in an instant — friendship, love, and hope vanish overnight.
Tevanik – The Story
Fourteen-year-old Tevanik becomes part of war activities. One decisive moment changes the course of his life.
International Recognition
Tevanik has received widespread international recognition, including:

Best International Feature Film – Hollywood & Beyond Film Festival (USA, 2016)
Best Armenian Fiction Film – Golden Apricot International Film Festival (Armenia, 2014)
Best Film – Romania International Film Festival (2015)
Best Screenplay – Arpa International Film Festival (USA, 2014)

The film has screened in over 30 countries worldwide.
This screening offers an opportunity to reflect on memory, youth, resilience, and the human cost of conflict through Armenian cinema.
Join us for an evening of meaningful storytelling and collective remembrance.
Date/Time: Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 7:30pm

Book Signing with Yura Movsisyan
2026-03-27 19:00 - 22:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts is pleased to host a special book signing event with Yura Movsisyan, celebrating his newly published book Dust and Dreams: Playground Battles.
Known internationally for his football career and his deep connection to Armenian identity, Yura Movsisyan now shares a personal and inspiring story that reflects discipline, perseverance, and belief. Dust and Dreams: Playground Battles offers readers a journey through the experiences, struggles, and values that shaped his path — from early dreams to professional achievement.
This special evening offers guests the opportunity to meet Yura in person, hear about the story behind the book, and receive signed copies.
The event is open to all who wish to connect with an inspiring story rooted in determination and identity.
We warmly invite you to join us for this memorable evening.
Friday, March 27 | 7:00 PM

Soul Search: Exhibition by Samuel Halajian
2026-04-03 19:00 - 2026-04-04 18:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts is pleased to present Soul Search, an exhibition by Samuel Halajian, also known as HALLAJ.
This exhibition invites viewers into an introspective visual journey where figures, symbols, and layered compositions become reflections of inner dialogue and emotional inquiry. Through expressive forms and an instinctive use of color, Samuel Halajian creates works that feel both deeply personal and open to interpretation.
The title Soul Search suggests a process of questioning, reflection, and discovery — an exploration of identity, perception, and the human condition through visual language. Each work carries a sense of movement between inner thought and external form, where fragments of memory, imagination, and emotion come together on the canvas.
The exhibition offers visitors an opportunity to engage with contemporary works that balance spontaneity and structure, inviting quiet observation as well as personal interpretation.
We warmly invite you to join us for two days of art, reflection, and conversation.
Opening night: Friday, April 3, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Exhibition continues: Saturday, April 4, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Shadows of the Forgotten Past by Rafi Babayan and Vachag Ter Sarkissian
2026-04-10 19:00 - 2026-04-11 18:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts is pleased to present Shadows of the Forgotten Past, a collaborative exhibition by Rafi Babayan and Vachag Ter Sarkissian.
Bringing together painting and sculptural forms, the exhibition explores memory, historical traces, and the fragile presence of what remains across time. Through symbolic imagery, textured surfaces, and expressive compositions, the works evoke fragments of forgotten narratives that continue to resonate in the present.
The exhibition’s title suggests an encounter with what history leaves behind — images, forms, and impressions that survive in altered shapes yet continue to carry emotional and cultural weight. The sculptural works appear almost archaeological in spirit, while the paintings preserve figures, symbols, and visual echoes that suggest inherited memory and layered identity.
Shadows of the Forgotten Past invites viewers into a space where personal memory and collective history intersect, allowing each work to function as both reflection and rediscovery.
We warmly invite you to join us for two days of art, contemplation, and dialogue.
Opening night: Friday, April 10, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Exhibition continues: Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Gata Band Live in Concert
2026-04-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Performance Art Center, Pasadena, California, 2495 E. Mountain Street, Pasadena, CA, 91104, United States
After a truly memorable performance in 2024, Gata Band returns for another exciting evening of music and energy.
Known for their vibrant sound and engaging stage presence, Gata Band creates an unforgettable live experience that blends musical tradition with contemporary rhythm. Their previous concert left audiences energized and asking for more…. So this spring, they are back by popular demand!!!
Join us on April 16 at 7:00 PM at AGBU Pasadena for a night filled with powerful performances, dynamic melodies, and the joyful atmosphere that only live music can bring.
Whether you attended last year’s concert or are discovering Gata Band for the first time, this promises to be an evening full of rhythm, connection, and celebration.
Tickets are available now on TicketMicket.com
We encourage you to secure your seats early and come experience another unforgettable night with Gata Band.
Date/Time: Thursday, April 16, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Location: AGBU Vatche and Tamar Manoukian Performance Art Center
Address: 2495 E Mountain St, Pasadena, CA 91104

Glendale Art Show
2026-04-19 10:00 - 18:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
A Day of Art, Creativity, and Community in the Heart of Glendale
Sunday, April 19, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
200 Block of North Orange Street, Glendale, CA 91203
The Glendale Art Show invites the community to enjoy a full day dedicated to art, creativity, and shared cultural experience in an open-air setting in the heart of Glendale.
Bringing together artists of diverse backgrounds and artistic disciplines, the event transforms North Orange Street into a vibrant public art space where visitors can explore original works, meet artists, and experience the creative energy of the city throughout the day.
The program will feature a wide range of artistic expressions, including painting, drawing, photography, mixed media, sculpture, handmade works, live demonstrations, and interactive artistic experiences. Visitors will have the opportunity to discover both emerging and established artists, speak directly with creators, and enjoy a lively atmosphere shaped by artistic exchange and community spirit.
The Glendale Art Show is open to everyone — art lovers, collectors, families, children, and anyone looking to spend a meaningful and enjoyable day surrounded by creativity. Throughout the event, guests can expect a welcoming environment, cultural energy, entertainment, and opportunities to experience art in a dynamic outdoor setting.
We warmly encourage the community to come, walk through the exhibition, support artists, and enjoy a day that celebrates creativity and connection.
Artist Participation
Artists are invited to participate in the Inaugural Glendale Art Show, a community-focused outdoor exhibition proudly sponsored by the Glendale Arts and Culture Commission.
Vendor spaces are currently available in two formats:
• $300 for an 8′ x 8′ tent (limit 32 spaces), accessible from three sides
• $500 for a 10′ x 10′ tent (limit 10 spaces), accessible from four sides
Tents will be provided by the Glendale Art Show. Participating artists are responsible for bringing their own walls, tables, and chairs.
To Apply, Please email:
• Full name
• Phone number
• Medium of artwork
• Images of your work
• A photograph of a previously displayed tent setup
All artwork must be created by the participating artist.
Contact Information
Stepan Partamian
Executive Director
📞 1-818-482-6464
✉️ info@GlendaleArtShow.org
We look forward to welcoming artists and visitors for a day dedicated to creativity, dialogue, and community.

GenoLive | Armenian Contributions to Humanity After the Genocide
2026-04-24 19:00 - 2026-04-25 20:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
On April 24, the Center for Armenian Arts presents GenoLive, a cultural and educational exhibition dedicated to remembrance, resilience, and the extraordinary achievements of Armenians after the genocide.
Inspired by Yes, We Have by Stepan Partamian, the exhibition highlights Armenian contributions to humanity through stories, inventions, discoveries, and accomplishments that emerged across generations despite historical tragedy.
Displayed throughout the exhibition will be visual presentations and historical material featuring important Armenian figures and major contributions in fields such as science, technology, medicine, arts, business, and public life. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore remarkable examples of Armenian innovation and creativity that continue to influence the world today.
While April 24 remains a day of remembrance, GenoLive also offers a broader reflection on what followed survival — how resilience became achievement, and how cultural strength generated lasting contributions to global society.
A special live presentation will take place on Friday, April 24 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, offering additional insight into the stories and ideas presented throughout the exhibition.
We warmly invite the community to visit, reflect, and engage with this important exhibition.
Exhibition Hours
Friday, April 24, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday, April 25, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Special Presentation
Friday, April 24 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Book Presentation with Kima Kirakosyan: The Deer and Hovik’s First Tooth
2026-04-28 19:00 - 20:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts invites the community to a special literary evening with author Kima Kirakosyan on April 28, 2026, at 7:00 PM, featuring the presentation of her two books, The Deer and Hovik’s First Tooth.
This event offers readers of all ages an opportunity to discover two meaningful stories that reflect imagination, emotion, and human values through very different yet equally engaging narratives.
The Deer brings readers into a symbolic and imaginative world where tenderness, wonder, and storytelling unfold through a poetic visual language. Hovik’s First Tooth offers a warm and joyful story centered on family, childhood, and memorable life moments, creating an atmosphere that resonates across generations.
The evening will include a presentation by the author, conversation with attendees, and an opportunity to explore both books in a welcoming cultural setting.
Families, readers, and literature lovers are warmly invited to attend and enjoy an inspiring evening dedicated to storytelling and imagination.
Date & Time: April 28, 2026 | 7:00 PM

Unspoken Tales by Sergey Bagramyan
2026-05-01 19:00 - 2026-05-02 18:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts is pleased to present Unspoken Tales, a new exhibition by Sergey Bagramyan, whose works unfold at the delicate border between dream, memory, and myth.
In these paintings, light becomes a quiet narrator, color turns into breath, and forms dissolve into symbols of stories that seem to exist just beyond language. Each canvas opens like a silent stage where time slows down, allowing tenderness, anxiety, and hope to emerge through carefully constructed visual worlds.
Childhood visions intertwine with mythic imagination, solitude resonates like distant music, and silence gathers its own emotional presence. Bagramyan creates autonomous worlds filled with subtle symbolism and inner voices — fragile spaces where imagination and memory remain suspended between reality and dream.
Each work invites viewers into an inward passage, encouraging slower looking, deeper feeling, and quiet reflection on what often remains unspoken.
Born in Yerevan, Sergey Bagramyan is an internationally exhibited painter and graphic artist whose work has been shown across Europe, Russia, and the United States. His visual language combines classical draftsmanship with contemporary painterly expression, often creating cinematic atmospheres where light itself carries narrative force.
We warmly invite you to experience this contemplative exhibition and enter the poetic visual world of Unspoken Tales.
Opening night: Friday, May 1, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Exhibition continues: Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Song and Dance Workshop with Hasmik Harutyunyan
2026-05-05 19:00 - 22:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts invites the community to a special Song and Dance Workshop led by Hasmik Harutyunyan on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 7:00 PM.
Titled “The Circle of the Sun, with the Wings of Song…”, this workshop offers participants an engaging cultural experience through Armenian vocal tradition, movement, and collective expression. Blending song and dance in an interactive setting, the evening creates space for participants to explore rhythm, voice, gesture, and the shared energy of traditional performance.
Designed for all levels, the workshop welcomes anyone interested in Armenian cultural heritage, music, movement, and communal artistic practice.
Guests will have the opportunity to participate directly, learn through guided exercises, and experience how voice and movement come together in a living cultural tradition.
Free Admission
Date & Time: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 | 7:00 PM

Portraits of Nations by Seta Injeyan
2026-05-08 19:00 - 2026-05-10 18:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts is pleased to present Portraits of Nations, an exhibition by Seta Injeyan, exploring identity, emotion, and collective presence through abstract visual language.
In this body of work, color and movement become carriers of atmosphere and symbolic meaning. Through layered compositions, circular forms, and dynamic fields of color, the artist creates visual impressions that suggest the spirit, energy, and emotional resonance of nations beyond literal representation.
Rather than depicting geography or political form, Portraits of Nations approaches identity through mood, rhythm, and abstraction — inviting viewers to experience how color, space, and gesture can evoke memory, belonging, and cultural presence.
Each work offers a contemplative encounter where abstract form becomes a portrait not of faces, but of emotional and collective character.
The exhibition invites visitors to reflect on how nations may be sensed, remembered, and imagined through visual feeling.
We warmly invite you to join us for three days of art, reflection, and conversation.
Opening night: Friday, May 8, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Exhibition continues: Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Exhibition continues: Sunday, May 10, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

French-Armenian Painters: Carzou and Jean Jansem
2026-05-15 19:00 - 2026-05-17 18:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts presents French-Armenian Painters, a special exhibition dedicated to two major figures of twentieth-century art: Carzou (1907–2000) and Jean Jansem (1920–2013).
Presented by Apple Art, the exhibition brings together works by two artists whose visual languages became deeply influential within both Armenian and European art history. Though distinct in style, both painters developed highly recognizable artistic worlds shaped by memory, human presence, poetic tension, and refined emotional atmosphere.
Carzou’s work is known for its intricate linear structures, symbolic spaces, and visionary compositions, while Jansem’s paintings reveal delicate psychological depth, expressive portraiture, and a quiet intensity that became central to his artistic identity.
This exhibition offers visitors an opportunity to encounter two important artistic legacies side by side and explore how Armenian cultural sensibility found powerful expression within the French artistic landscape.
Exhibition Dates:
Opening night: Friday, May 15, 2026 | 7 PM – 10 PM
Exhibition continues: Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 2 PM – 9 PM
Exhibition continues: Sunday, May 17, 2026 | 12 Noon – 6 PM

Colorful Life | Exhibition by Sarkis Alvandi
2026-05-29 19:00 - 2026-05-30 18:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts is pleased to present Colorful Life, an exhibition by Sarkis Alvandi, exploring expression, movement, and emotion through vibrant color and dynamic composition.
In this body of work, color becomes the primary language — bold, layered, and alive with energy. Through abstract figures, fluid lines, and playful yet expressive forms, the artist creates compositions that capture moments of imagination, emotion, and lived experience.
Colorful Life reflects a visual celebration of movement and individuality, where each piece carries its own rhythm and character. The works invite viewers to engage freely, interpret intuitively, and experience art through feeling rather than definition.
This exhibition offers a lively and immersive encounter with color, form, and artistic spontaneity.
We warmly invite you to join us for two days of art and creative expression.
Opening night: Friday, May 29, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Exhibition continues: Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Roots and Reflections by Jack Latirofian
2026-06-05 19:00 - 2026-06-06 18:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts is pleased to present Roots and Reflections, an exhibition by Jack Latirofian, exploring identity, memory, and contemporary portraiture through expressive color and visual immediacy.
In this exhibition, portrait becomes more than likeness — it becomes a space where inner presence, personal history, and cultural resonance meet. Through bold color relationships, fluid line work, and layered visual energy, the artist creates images that suggest both individuality and deeper reflection.
The title Roots and Reflections evokes a dialogue between origin and self-awareness, between inherited memory and present identity. Each work carries a sense of movement between what shapes us and how we come to see ourselves within that inheritance.
The exhibition invites viewers to engage with portraiture as both image and emotional field, where color and gesture reveal dimensions beyond the visible surface.
We warmly invite you to join us for two evenings of art, reflection, and conversation.
Opening night: Friday, June 5, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Exhibition continues: Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Documentary Presentation: House Culture with Christopher Atamian
2026-06-11 19:00 - 22:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts invites you to a special documentary presentation featuring selections from the new CivilNet series “House Culture”, hosted by Christopher Atamian.
This series explores Armenia’s historic house museums, offering an intimate look into the lives, environments, and creative legacies of influential cultural figures. Through storytelling, visual exploration, and thoughtful commentary, House Culture reveals how personal spaces preserve memory, identity, and artistic heritage.
Blending documentary filmmaking with cultural reflection, the presentation provides a unique perspective on how history lives within architecture, objects, and lived spaces — connecting past and present in meaningful ways.
Guests will have the opportunity to experience the series and engage with its themes in a shared cultural setting.
Date & Time: Thursday, June 11, 2026 | 7:00 PM

My Stolen Theatre | Exhibition by Nare Haykazyan
2026-06-12 19:00 - 2026-06-13 18:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts presents My Stolen Theatre, an exhibition by Nare Haykazyan, where visual art and theatrical imagination intersect.
This body of work unfolds like a stage — layered, expressive, and filled with symbolic characters and fragmented narratives. Figures emerge and dissolve, masks reveal and conceal, and each composition feels like a scene captured mid-performance. The works invite viewers into a world where identity, memory, and imagination continuously shift.
Through bold color, textured forms, and emotionally charged imagery, the artist creates a visual language that echoes the experience of theatre — intimate, dramatic, and open to interpretation.
My Stolen Theatre explores the idea of performance beyond the stage, suggesting that life itself carries elements of storytelling, disguise, and transformation.
We invite you to experience this immersive and thought-provoking exhibition.
Opening night: Friday, June 12, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Exhibition continues: Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Historical Presentation by Allen Dishigirikian | The Forgotten History of James Normart: The First Armenian in Glendale (1896)
2026-06-14 17:00 - 22:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts invites the community to a special historical presentation by Allen Dishigirikian, exploring the remarkable and little-known story of James Normart, recognized as the first Armenian to settle in Glendale in 1896.
Titled “The Forgotten History of James Normart: The First Armenian in Glendale (1896)”, the presentation sheds light on an important early chapter of Armenian presence in Glendale and introduces the broader story of the Normart (Yanikian) family, whose history became part of the city’s earliest multicultural development.
Through archival research, family history, and historical context, the program offers insight into the lives of the Normart brothers and the foundations of Armenian community life in Glendale long before the city became one of the largest Armenian centers in the diaspora.
This evening is an opportunity to rediscover an overlooked chapter of local Armenian-American history and engage with the roots of a community whose presence continues to shape Glendale today.
Free Admission
Date & Time: Sunday, June 14, 2026 | 5:00 PM

Concert by Vicken Tarpinian
2026-06-20 19:30 - 22:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts is honored to present an evening with Vicken Tarpinian — acclaimed Armenian singer, songwriter, composer, and performer whose artistic journey has connected Beirut, Paris, and Armenian communities across the world.
Born in Lebanon and later based in Paris, Vicken developed a distinctive musical language rooted in Armenian tradition while opening it to contemporary arrangements and wider international audiences. Over decades, he has performed across Europe, the Middle East, and the United States, appeared on major stages including the Olympia Theater in Paris, and built a discography of more than ten albums carrying messages of memory, friendship, love, and reflection.
His work preserves the authenticity of Armenian melody while giving it renewed life through original interpretation — a musical path that has made him one of the enduring voices of Armenian diaspora song.
Saturday, June 20, 2026 | 7:30 PM
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Վիգէն Դարբինեանի համերգային երեկո
Հայկական Արվեստի Կենտրոնը սիրով ներկայացնում է Վիգէն Դարբինեան — երգիչ, երգահան, կոմպոզիտոր և կատարող, որի երաժշտական ուղին միավորել է Բեյրութը, Փարիզը և հայկական համայնքները աշխարհի տարբեր երկրներում։
Լիբանանում ծնված և հետագայում Փարիզում ստեղծագործած Վիգէն Դարբինեանը հայկական երգարվեստին տվել է յուրահատուկ նոր շունչ՝ պահպանելով ավանդական հայկական մեղեդու ինքնությունը և այն ներկայացնելով ժամանակակից մոտեցմամբ։ Նրա համերգները հնչել են Եվրոպայում, Միջին Արևելքում և Միացյալ Նահանգներում, իսկ ստեղծագործական ճանապարհը ներառում է տասից ավելի ալբոմներ։
Նրա երգերում հիշողությունը, սերը, կարոտը և ազգային զգացողությունը միավորվում են երաժշտական խոր արտահայտչությամբ՝ ստեղծելով սերունդներին միավորող արվեստ։
Շաբաթ, 20 հունիսի, 2026 | 19:30
Գնել Տոմսեր
Soirée musicale avec Vicken Tarpinian
Le Center for Armenian Arts présente une soirée exceptionnelle avec Vicken Tarpinian, auteur, compositeur et interprète dont le parcours artistique relie Beyrouth, Paris et les communautés arméniennes du monde entier.
Né au Liban puis installé à Paris, Vicken a su renouveler la chanson arménienne en conservant la pureté de la mélodie traditionnelle tout en l’ouvrant à des arrangements contemporains. Son parcours l’a conduit sur de nombreuses scènes internationales, notamment à l’Olympia à Paris, avec une discographie riche de plus de dix albums.
Ses chansons portent mémoire, sensibilité, réflexion et fidélité à la culture arménienne.
Samedi, 20 juin 2026 | 19h30
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The Stranger with the Red Beret by Khoren Aramouni
2026-06-25 19:00 - 22:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Join us for an engaging evening of literature, conversation, and reflection with acclaimed Armenian writer, playwright, and translator Khoren Aramouni.
Presented in collaboration with Abril Bookstore, this special event celebrates Aramouni’s newly released Armenian-language novel, The Stranger with the Red Beret. The novel intertwines a compelling love story with significant historical and political events, offering readers a thoughtful exploration of Armenian life across recent decades while addressing timeless psychological and human questions.
The evening will feature a conversation with the author, insights into the inspiration behind the novel, and a discussion of the themes that shape his work.
Joining the discussion will be:

Lilit Khachatryan – Linguist and writer
Ashot Adamyan – Actor and director

Khoren Aramouni is the author of 18 published books, a member of the Writers’ Union of Armenia, recipient of the William Saroyan Medal, and a respected literary voice whose works have been published and staged in Armenia and throughout the diaspora.
Whether you are a devoted reader of Armenian literature or simply curious to discover a new voice, this event offers a unique opportunity to meet the author, ask questions, and explore the world behind the pages.
Event Details
Thursday, June 25, 2026
7:00 PM
The Center for Armenian Arts
250 N. Orange Street
Glendale, CA 91203
Free Admission
Հանդիպում հեղինակ Խորեն Արամունու հետ
Սիրով հրավիրում ենք գրասերներին մասնակցելու գրական հետաքրքիր հանդիպման և զրույցի՝ արձակագիր, դրամատուրգ և թարգմանիչ Խորեն Արամունու հետ։
Միջոցառումը նվիրված է հեղինակի նոր հրատարակված «Կարմիր բերետով օտարականը»վեպին։ Սիրավեպի ժանրում գրված այս ստեղծագործության սյուժետային զարգացումները տեղի են ունենում պատմական և քաղաքական կարևոր իրադարձությունների հենքի վրա՝ ընթերցողին հնարավորություն տալով վերարժևորելու նախորդ տասնամյակների հայաստանյան կյանքը և անդրադառնալու հոգեբանական այն խնդիրներին, որոնք այսօր էլ շարունակում են արդիական մնալ։
Երեկոյի ընթացքում հեղինակն անդրադարձ կկատարի գրքի ստեղծման պատմությանը, իր գրական ուղուն և վեպի առանցքային գաղափարներին։ Մասնակիցները հնարավորություն կունենան հարցեր ուղղելու հեղինակին և մասնակցելու բաց քննարկման։
Մասնակցությամբ՝

Լիլիթ Խաչատրյան (լեզվաբան, գրող)
Աշոտ Ադամյան (բեմադրիչ, դերասան)

Խորեն Արամունին 18 գրքերի հեղինակ է, Հայաստանի Գրողների միության անդամ, «Վիլյամ Սարոյան» մեդալի դափնեկիր և ժամանակակից հայ գրականության ճանաչված ներկայացուցիչներից մեկը։ Նրա ստեղծագործությունները տպագրվել և բեմադրվել են Հայաստանում և սփյուռքում։
Սիրով սպասում ենք ձեզ գրականության, մտքերի և հետաքրքիր զրույցների այս յուրահատուկ երեկոյին։
Միջոցառման տվյալներ
Հինգշաբթի, հունիսի 25, 2026
Երեկոյան ժամը 7:00-ին
The Center for Armenian Arts
250 N. Orange Street
Glendale, CA 91203
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Silk Passion Art Exhibition by Nazani
2026-06-26 19:00 - 2026-06-27 18:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Armenian Arts invites you to Silk Passion, a captivating exhibition by artist Nazani, presenting a new exploration in fine art through the medium of silk painting.
Blending delicate craftsmanship with contemporary artistic vision, Nazani’s work transforms silk into a vibrant canvas where color, movement, and texture come alive. The fluid nature of silk allows pigments to flow and merge in unexpected ways, creating luminous compositions that feel both spontaneous and deeply expressive.
Each piece reveals the unique dialogue between material and imagination — where the softness of silk meets bold artistic intention. Through subtle transitions of color and intricate patterns, the works invite viewers into a visual journey that celebrates beauty, sensitivity, and creative freedom.
Silk Passion represents a new chapter in fine art practice, where traditional techniques meet modern artistic expression. The exhibition highlights the remarkable possibilities of silk painting as a medium capable of conveying emotion, elegance, and visual harmony.
We invite you to experience this feast for the senses and immerse yourself in a world of color, light, and texture.
Join us for two evenings celebrating the artistry of Nazani.
Opening night: Friday, June 26, 2026 | 7:00–10:00 PM
Exhibition continues: Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 3:00–6:00 PM

Ethno Colors Live in Glendale
2026-09-26 19:30 - 22:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Join us for a vibrant evening of music, culture, and celebration as Ethno Colors takes the stage in honor of the 157th birthday of Komitas, one of the most influential figures in Armenian musical history.

Known for their unique fusion of traditional Armenian melodies with contemporary arrangements and world music influences, Ethno Colors brings fresh energy to timeless songs while preserving the spirit and richness of Armenia’s musical heritage. Their performances blend powerful vocals, traditional instruments, modern sounds, and dynamic stage presence, creating an experience that appeals to audiences of all generations.

This special concert pays tribute to the enduring legacy of Komitas, whose work preserved thousands of Armenian folk songs and helped shape the foundation of Armenian national music. Through carefully selected repertoire and innovative interpretations, Ethno Colors invites audiences to reconnect with the beauty, emotion, and cultural significance of Armenian music.

Whether you are a longtime admirer of Armenian folk traditions or discovering them for the first time, this promises to be an unforgettable evening filled with music, history, and celebration.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026Time: 7:30 PMVenue: The Alex TheatreAddress: 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA 91203

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Seats are expected to fill quickly for this special celebration. Gather your family and friends and join us for an inspiring evening honoring the musical legacy of Komitas through the vibrant sounds of Ethno Colors.

Vigen Hovsepyan: The Armenian Troubadour
2026-10-09 07:30 - 22:00 | Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Performance Art Center, Pasadena, California, 2495 E. Mountain Street, Pasadena, CA, 91104, United States
Experience an unforgettable evening of Armenian music as Vigen Hovsepyan takes the stage in a special concert celebrating the rich traditions of Armenian song and storytelling.
Known for his expressive vocals and deep connection to Armenian musical heritage, Vigen Hovsepyan brings together beloved folk melodies, poetic interpretations, and contemporary arrangements that resonate with audiences of all generations. Accompanied by a talented ensemble of musicians, this performance promises an evening filled with warmth, artistry, and cultural pride.
Featuring:

Norayr Gapoyan – Duduk
Stepan Ter-Ghevondyan – Percussion
Gevorg Ghazaryan – Guitar

Together, these accomplished musicians create a rich and immersive soundscape that honors Armenia’s musical traditions while bringing fresh energy to timeless songs.
Whether you grew up with these melodies or are discovering them for the first time, Vigen Hovsepyan: The Armenian Troubadour offers a unique opportunity to experience the beauty, emotion, and storytelling power of Armenian music in an intimate concert setting.
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Don’t miss this special evening of music, culture, and connection. Gather your family and friends and join us for a memorable celebration of Armenian song.

9th Annual Armenian Wine & Spirits Festival
2026-10-11 15:00 - 21:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
If you are a vendor and would like to participate in GiniFest® 2026, please contact:
info@ginifest.com | (424) 424-9463 | 1-424-424-WINE
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Join us for the 9th Annual GiniFest® – Armenian Wine & Spirits Festival, taking place on Sunday, October 11, 2026, from 3 PM to 9 PM in the heart of Glendale on the 200 North Orange Street block.
GiniFest® has grown into one of Glendale’s most anticipated cultural celebrations, bringing together Armenian and international wine and spirits, live entertainment, food, art, and community in one vibrant open-air street festival. What began as a small gathering has evolved into a signature annual event that welcomes thousands of visitors each year.
This year’s festival promises another unforgettable experience featuring exceptional selections from Armenian and international wineries and distilleries, live performances throughout the day, diverse food vendors, and artisan booths offering handmade works, design pieces, and specialty products.
Visitors will enjoy a lively pedestrian festival atmosphere where culture, taste, and celebration come together. Whether you are a longtime wine enthusiast or simply looking for a memorable day with friends and family, GiniFest® offers something for everyone.
Festival Highlights:

Armenian and international wine & spirits tastings
Live music and entertainment
Food vendors and culinary experiences
Artisan booths and handcrafted goods
A festive cultural street atmosphere in downtown Glendale

Location:
200 North Orange Street, Glendale, CA
Admission:

General Admission includes beverage tastings
Food and merchandise sold separately

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More than a festival, GiniFest® continues to support educational initiatives, with part of the proceeds contributing to student scholarship programs.
Raise a glass, celebrate culture, and enjoy one of Glendale’s most vibrant annual festivals.

Katil Live in Concert
2026-11-20 19:30 - 22:00 | Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Performance Art Center, Pasadena, California, 2495 E. Mountain Street, Pasadena, CA, 91104, United States
Get ready for an electrifying evening as Katil takes the stage for a live performance celebrating the energy, creativity, and evolving sound of contemporary Armenian music.

Blending traditional Armenian musical influences with modern arrangements, Katil has developed a distinctive style that resonates with audiences across generations. Their performances combine powerful musicianship, dynamic rhythms, and innovative interpretations, creating a concert experience that is both rooted in heritage and refreshingly modern.

Featuring a talented ensemble of musicians and a diverse range of instruments, Katil’s sound moves effortlessly between folk-inspired melodies, contemporary grooves, and original artistic expression. The result is a performance that is vibrant, engaging, and impossible to experience from a distance—you have to be there.

Whether you are a longtime fan of Armenian music or simply looking for an unforgettable night of live performance, this concert promises an evening filled with energy, emotion, and connection.

Why You Don’t Want to Miss It

A dynamic live performance by one of Armenia’s exciting contemporary ensembles

A unique blend of traditional and modern musical influences

Exceptional musicianship and innovative arrangements

An unforgettable evening for music lovers of all ages

A chance to experience Armenian music in a fresh and exciting way

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Don’t wait until the last minute—join us for an evening of extraordinary music and celebrate the power of Armenian artistry with Katil.
