Nowruz Celebration 2021
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Presented by the Elahé Omidyar Mir-Djalali Institute of Iranian Studies at the University of Toronto
Zoom event - Link will be sent to you the day of the event once you have registered.
Join Dean Melanie Woodin and Professor Mohamad Tavakoli-Targhi for a program of music and poetry to celebrate Nowruz and welcome spring. This inaugural Nowruz celebration by the Elahé Omidyar Mir-Djalali Institute of Iranian Studies at the Faculty of Arts & Science, University of Toronto, features a performance by Sholeh Wolpé, a renowned Iranian-born poet, playwright and literary translator, and Sahba Motallebi, an Iranian-born musician who has captivated audiences around the world with her skill on the tar, setar and shoorangiz. These two talented artists will collaborate to create and present a singular sensory and spiritual adventure.
Live moderated Q&A to follow. We look forward to celebrating with you!