Song and Dance Workshop with Hasmik Harutyunyan
2026-05-05 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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
Մուտքն ազատ է։

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

Daughter of the Crying Man | Screening & Q&A
2026-06-30 19:00 - 22:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Join us for a screening of “DAUGHTER OF THE CRYING MAN,” a stunning documentary + visual podcast from the producers of Country of Dust podcast.
A VHS tape in a Toronto basement sends Nyree Abrahamian (@nyree_abrahamian) and her family on a journey to find their long-lost relatives, in the last Armenian village still surviving in Turkey.
Country of Dust (@countryofdust) is an award-winning narrative podcast about Armenia today – telling vibrant, sound-rich and deeply personal stories about a country in flux, and the people living through it all.
The screening will be followed by a Q&A with Nyree and producer/sound designer Jeremy Dalmas (@jeremydalmas), moderated by Dr. Shushan Karapetian (@drkarapetian), Director of the USC Dornsife Institute of Armenian Studies (@uscarmenianstudies).
Biographies:
Nyree Abrahamian is a Canadian-Armenian poet and creative producer. She is creator and producer of Country of Dust, an award-winning narrative podcast, and co-founded the Tumanyan International Storytelling Festival. Her poems are published in Mizna, Poetry Northwest and Protean Magazine, among others. She lives in Yerevan.
Jeremy Dalmas is an audio producer who spent five years reporting with NPR-affiliate KALW in San Francisco and has worked with The Guardian, CBS, Wired, Vox and many other outlets. Jeremy is based in Oakland, CA and Yerevan, Armenia.
Shushan Karapetian, Ph.D. is Director of the USC Dornsife Institute of Armenian Studies, a leading center focused on the contemporary Armenian diaspora and the Republic of Armenia. Her recent projects explore Armenian identity in Los Angeles through vernacular practices such as personalized license plates, the role of heritage language in wartime diasporic mobilization, and the interrelationship of language, gender, and socialization. She is also the creator and host of Language Therapy with Dr. K.

Hayrik: A New Project by Yelaket USA
2026-07-09 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 the presentation of Hayrik, a new project by Yelaket USA, presented by Hayk Markosyan in honor of Ambassador Armen Baibourtian.
This special evening will introduce an inspiring initiative dedicated to strengthening Armenian national identity, preserving cultural values, and fostering meaningful dialogue within the community. Through the vision behind Hayrik, attendees will gain insight into a project designed to connect generations and celebrate the enduring spirit of Armenian heritage.
Join us for the official presentation, hear firsthand about the mission and future of the project, and be among the first to learn how this initiative aims to make a lasting impact.
We invite community members, educators, cultural advocates, and anyone passionate about Armenian heritage to attend this meaningful event.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, July 9, 2026Time: 7:00 PMLocation: The Center for Armenian Arts250 N. Orange StreetGlendale, CA 91203
Complimentary parking is available for up to 90 minutes at 222 N. Orange Street, Glendale, CA 91203.
We look forward to welcoming you for an evening of inspiration, conversation, and community.

A Rare Collection Featuring Works by Samvel Sevada & Artashes Hunanian
2026-07-10 19:00 - 2026-07-11 18:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts is honored to present Masters of Armenian Art, a special exhibition featuring original works by two distinguished Armenian artists, Samvel Sevada and Artashes Hunanian. This exclusive exhibition brings together remarkable pieces from the Center’s collection, offering visitors a rare opportunity to experience—and acquire—works that reflect the richness, beauty, and enduring legacy of Armenian art.

Known for his expressive symbolism and masterful use of color, Samvel Sevada has captivated audiences around the world with paintings that blend imagination, emotion, and philosophy. Alongside his work, the exhibition showcases the timeless landscapes of Artashes Hunanian, whose distinctive artistic vision celebrates Armenia’s natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Selected works from this exhibition will be available for purchase. Proceeds from artwork sales will directly support the Center for Armenian Arts and its mission to preserve, promote, and celebrate Armenian artistic and cultural heritage through exhibitions, educational programming, and community initiatives.

Whether you are an art collector, admirer of Armenian culture, or simply looking to experience exceptional artwork, we invite you to join us for this unique exhibition celebrating two generations of Armenian artistic excellence.

Exhibition Hours

Friday, July 10, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Memory, Resistance & Transnational Solidarity: From 2012 to the Present and Beyond
2026-07-25 11:00 - 2026-07-26 16:30 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Center for Armenian Arts is proud to host Memory, Resistance & Transnational Solidarity: From 2012 to the Present and Beyond, a two-day international seminar bringing together scholars, legal experts, artists, curators, and human rights advocates to examine the power of memory, education, art, and collective action in confronting historical injustice.
Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, and audience conversations, participants will explore topics including historical denial, comparative justice, human rights advocacy, memorialization, freedom of expression, and the role of museums, exhibitions, and public art in preserving historical memory. The program features distinguished speakers from leading academic, legal, and cultural institutions who will share their research and experiences in advancing justice and fostering transnational solidarity.
The seminar also includes the opening of the ReflectSpace exhibition, offering attendees an opportunity to engage with powerful visual narratives that commemorate survivors and promote dialogue across communities.
Whether you are a student, educator, researcher, artist, or community member, this event offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of historical memory, connect with experts from diverse fields, and participate in meaningful conversations about justice, remembrance, and international solidarity.
Event Dates: Saturday, July 25 – Sunday, July 26, 2026Time: 11:00 AM – 4:30 PMLocation: Center for Armenian Arts250 N. Orange Street, Glendale, CA 91203
ReflectSpace Exhibition Opening:Saturday, July 25, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM222 E. Harvard Street, Glendale, CA 91202

LinkedIn 101: Book Presentation, Masterclass & Panel Discussion
2026-07-28 19:00 - 22:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Join us at the Center for Armenian Arts for an engaging evening with the author of LinkedIn 101, featuring a book presentation, an interactive masterclass, and a panel discussion focused on building a strong professional presence in today’s digital world.
Whether you are a student, entrepreneur, business professional, or job seeker, this event will provide practical strategies for leveraging LinkedIn to expand your network, strengthen your personal brand, and unlock new career and business opportunities. The program will include insights from the book, expert guidance on creating an effective LinkedIn profile, and an open discussion where attendees can ask questions and exchange ideas.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable career-building skills, connect with fellow professionals, and learn how to make LinkedIn work for you.
Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026Time: 7:00 PMLocation: The Center for Armenian Arts250 N. Orange Street, Glendale, CA 91203

Armenian Vegans of LA: The Animal People Film Screening & Discussion
2026-08-04 19:00 - 22:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Join Armenian Vegans of LA for a meaningful evening of film, conversation, and community at the Center for Armenian Arts. The event will feature a screening of The Animal People (2019), a powerful documentary that tells the true story of the SHAC (Stop Huntingdon Animal Cruelty) activists and their campaign against one of the world’s largest animal testing laboratories. The film also highlights the story of Armenian activist Andy Stepanian, whose role in the movement brought national attention to issues of animal rights and free speech.
Following the screening, guests are invited to stay for a moderated discussion exploring the film’s themes and their relevance today. The evening will conclude with an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees over vegan refreshments, and Armenian vegan cookbooks will also be available for purchase.
Whether you’re passionate about animal welfare, interested in social justice, or simply looking to connect with the local Armenian community, this free event offers an engaging and welcoming space for learning, dialogue, and fellowship.
Event Details
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 4, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Admission is free. All are welcome.

Tête-à-Tête & Book Signing with Vahé Berberian
2026-08-06 19:00 - 22:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Join us for an evening of literature, conversation, and inspiration at the Center for Armenian Arts as acclaimed author Vahé Berberian sits down with Anahid Oshagan for an intimate Tête-à-Tête exploring Berberian’s latest novel, Letters from Zaatar.
Through an engaging discussion, the evening will delve into the novel’s themes of exile, identity, love, politics, and the search for belonging in an ever-changing world. Guests will have the opportunity to hear directly from the author about his creative process, the stories that inspired the book, and the ideas that shape his work.
Following the conversation, attendees are invited to meet Vahé Berberian during a book signing. Copies of Letters from Zaatar will be available for purchase at the event.
Whether you’re a longtime admirer of Berberian’s writing or discovering his work for the first time, this special literary evening promises thoughtful dialogue and meaningful connection.
Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026Time: 7:00 PMLocation: Center for Armenian Arts250 N. Orange Street, Glendale, CA 91203
Books will be available for purchase at the event.

William Saroyan: A “Short” Celebration
2026-08-22 20:00 - 22:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Celebrating William Saroyan’s One Hundred and twentieth Birthday, two years and nine days short of the actual date of August 31st, 2028 (born in 1908), Armenian Theatre Company presents several of Saroyan’s short plays and a few short excerpts from his stories.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026

Time: 8:00 PM

Location: The Center for Armenian Arts

Address: 250 North Orange Street, Glendale, CA 91203

Ticket Price: $20

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Nurwind Duduk Quartet Live in Concert
2026-09-20 17:00 - 19:00 | The Center for Armenian Arts, Glendale, California, 250 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Experience an unforgettable evening of Armenian musical heritage as the Nurwind Duduk Quartet takes the stage at the Center for Armenian Arts. Renowned for their masterful performances and the rich, soulful sound of the duduk, the ensemble will present a program that celebrates Armenia’s timeless musical traditions through both beloved classics and contemporary interpretations.
The concert will feature performances by Vahan Avetisyan, Mher Mnatsakanyan, Armen Adamian, and Tigran Avetisyan, joined by special guest artists Albert Ordinyan (percussion), Haykuhi Babakhanyan (vocals), and Petros Petrosyan (vocals), creating a dynamic and memorable musical experience.
Whether you are a lifelong admirer of Armenian music or discovering the haunting beauty of the duduk for the first time, this concert promises an evening of exceptional artistry, cultural celebration, and heartfelt performance.
Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026Time: 5:00 PMLocation: The Center for Armenian Arts250 N. Orange Street, Glendale, CA 91203
Parking: 90-minute free parking is available at 222 N. Orange Street.
Tickets: $45 and $65 (Purchase Here)
Join us for an inspiring evening where tradition, artistry, and culture come together through the timeless sound of Armenia’s national instrument.

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 folk 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, Daf
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.
