Archive for September, 2008

The Pomegranate: Symbol of an Entire Culture

The Pomegranate: Symbol of an Entire Culture

The central fruit in Armenian culture, the pomegranate is used as a staple fruit in Armenian households worldwide. The Color of a Pomegranate, directed by [Sergei] Parajanov, is one of the gems in Armenian film history, and in Armenian mythology, the pomegranate symbolizes fertility and abundance. It is also very much used in Persian cooking, [...]

Yerazart Musicians Come to Alex Theatre

Yerazart Musicians Come to Alex Theatre

Yerazart, a Boston-based non-profit arts organization dedicated to bringing the finest performers from Armenia across the pond is set to embark on its North American tour starting with a performance on Sunday, Sept. 28 at the Alex Theatre in Glendale, Calif. at 7:30 p.m.Six young musicians will bring the folk and classical traditions of their [...]