Farhang Foundation

Farhang Foundation and @PacificSymphony present Echoes of Freedom, a Nowruz concert honoring the enduring voices of Iranians and offering a moment of reflection, healing, and cultural connection. Tickets and more via Farhang.org/Symphony Featuring extraordinary Iranian artists including Shardad Rohani, Babak Amini, Sara Hamidi, Cameron Shahbazi, and Tara Ghassemieh. Conducted by Music Director Laureate Carl St. Clair, the performance brings a message of cultural pride, reflection, and unity on Saturday, April 4. Join us at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall for an evening of shared resonance and hope.

FARHANG FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES THE CANCELLATION OF PLANNED 2026 NOWRUZ EVENT AT UCLA BUT ADDS SPECIAL CONCERTS HONORING THE ENDURING VOICES OF IRANIANS! Read the full release now Farhang.org/UCLANowruz

Farhang Foundation mourns the horrific loss of innocent lives in Iran. We are deeply saddened by the suffering of families and communities who are enduring unimaginable grief. Our hearts are with the people of Iran in this painful moment in our history. Iran is one of the world’s oldest civilizations and the birthplace of human rights, articulated more than 2,500 years ago by Cyrus the Great. The sanctity of life, respect for human dignity, and the fundamental importance of freedom are values woven into the very fabric of Iranian history and culture. These principles are essential to the Iranian people and have endured across centuries of hardship, violence, and loss. Farhang Foundation stands in solidarity with the people of Iran and affirms the universal importance of human rights, compassion, and humanity. We honor the resilience of the Iranian people and hold space for remembrance, empathy, and hope. Farhang Foundation

Iran is one of the world’s oldest civilizations and the birthplace of human rights, first articulated over 2,500 years ago by Cyrus the Great. However, Iran’s enduring importance and resilience have always flowed from something deeper: Iranians and Iranian culture. Across centuries of hardship, upheaval, invasion, and injustice, Iranians have always prevailed, not because of power or politics, but because of our art, poetry, music, philosophy, language, and collective memory. Iranian culture has been the vessel that has carried our values forward when institutions have failed. It has always preserved our identity when freedom was denied and has paved the way to self-determination, keeping meaning and coherence alive in the darkest times. Thank you to the Iranian people for what you have given the world through culture, literature, art, and for your enduring belief in human dignity. May you always shine brightly as the true representatives of our culture. Farhang Foundation

Catch the world premiere of @AzamAliOfficial 's latest masterpiece ONCE MORE, ALL IS GREEN. Now playing youtu.be/WDdrT9XsYXM?si…

We were proud to welcome scholar Pamela Karimi (Cornell University) for WOMEN, ART, FREEDOM. Watch the full talk now! Farhang.org/Karimi

Watch our full talk with bestselling author Porochista Khakpour talking about TEHRANGELES, her critically acclaimed novel. farhang.org/farhang-litera…

Historic news for world cinema: master filmmaker Jafar Panahi and his extraordinary film IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT received four Golden Globe nominations announced today. Farhang Foundation congratulates Mr. Panahi and the entire team behind IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT on this landmark series of nominations, a first for any Iranian filmmaker. This recognition honors a singular voice in cinema and a body of work that continues to move audiences around the world. Congratulations to all involved. IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT is now in theaters nationwide. For showtimes and listings please visit Farhang.org/Panahi

We are proud to announce that our 2024/25 Annual Report is now available for download via Farhang.org/AR25 This past year has been nothing short of extraordinary, a truly magnificent and record-breaking chapter in our foundation’s 17-year journey since our establishment in 2008. This past year alone, Farhang Foundation was able to impact over 17.6 million people from around the world with Iran’s rich art and culture. Our deepest gratitude goes out to all the incredible artists, partners, and collaborators who brought their brilliance to our programs and initiatives. And most importantly, thank you to our generous supporters, whose unwavering commitment makes everything we do possible. Your belief in our mission continues to inspire and empower us every step of the way. We invite you to explore the full Annual Report and celebrate another remarkable year together.

Farhang Foundation is honored to present a rare live virtual conversation with world renowned artist Y.Z. Kami, joining us exclusively on FARHANG CONNECT. Register to join via Farhang.org/YZ

This Sat, Nov 15 we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Pamela Karimi to our virtual talk platform. Register now to join at Farhang.org/PKarimi

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Farhang Foundation’s 14th Annual Fundraising Gala on November 1. We are truly grateful for your generous support! youtu.be/FzZ8MANJfIs

Join us as we celebrate Shab-e Yalda, with the powerful free voices of Iranian women! Sat, Dec 20 at UCLA. 🔗 Tickets & details: farhang.org/Yalda25 🎶 A musical concert: Voices Unveiled featuring acclaimed vocalists Maliheh Moradi and Mina Deris, with composer and music director Ehsan Matoori 📖 Poetry & storytelling: The remarkable Gordafarid, Iran’s trailblazing first female epic storyteller ✨ Experience a night of music, poetry, and the celebration of the original winter holiday that started them all! 🗓 Saturday, December 20, 2025 • 6 PM 📍 UCLA Schoenberg Hall Presented by Farhang Foundation in partnership with the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music

Watch, listen and be mesmerized at this tribute to the late Haydeh by the brilliant Cameron Shahbazi. SHANEHAYAT youtu.be/PKp1YOnT26U?si…

Farhang Foundation mourns the passing of Nasser Taghvai one of the true masters of Iranian cinema and television. A visionary filmmaker, screenwriter, and storyteller, Taghvai’s work captured the soul of a nation through deeply human narratives defined by honesty, wit, and profound social insight. Among his many achievements, Taghvai’s adaptation of My Uncle Napoleon (Daie Jan Napoleon) for Iranian national television in 1976 stands as one of the most beloved and influential productions in the history of Iranian popular culture. With its unforgettable characters, sharp humor, and subtle critique of authority, the series left an indelible mark on generations of Iranians and remains a cultural touchstone to this day. Throughout his illustrious career, Taghvai also created a number of acclaimed films and television dramas that reflected his deep empathy for ordinary people and his unwavering belief in the power of storytelling. Ultimately his voice was silenced when he refused to compromise his principles or submit his art to censorship. Nasser Taghvai’s courageous integrity and artistic brilliance continue to inspire filmmakers and writers around the world. Farhang Foundation sends its heartfelt condolences to Mr. Taghvai’s family and friends, as we honor his extraordinary legacy, a testament to truth, freedom, and the enduring spirit of creativity that illuminated the path of Iranian cinema.

World Premiere: BAVAR KON – باور کن by the incomparable Cameron Shahbazi and Sophia Muñoz recorded live at the Polish National Opera. A Farhang Foundation exclusive youtu.be/26NzejuOsJ8

Announcing our latest Farhang Literature Book Club selection: TEHRANGELES by @PKhakpour Read the book now and join us live for our one-on-one talk with Porochista and our host @Abdaddy on Oct 18. Register now at farhang.org/Tehrangeles

The Farhang Film Fest Awards will be held on Sept 27 at the prestigious @TheWallisBH in Beverly Hills with host Melissa Shoshahi, and special guests Lily Amir-Arjomand, Shohreh Aghdashloo, Sara Seyed and the Oscar winning team of Shirin Sohani & Hossein Molayemi. Tickets and more info at Farhang.org/FFF25

The highly anticipated San Francisco premiere of Voices Unveiled is coming Oct 12 to the Fort Mason Center for the Arts! Proud to welcome Maliheh Moradi, Mina Deris & Ehsan Matoori to the Bay Area. Tickets + info: Farhang.org/Voices #VoicesUnveiled

🎬 Experience the Power of Iranian Cinema at @Stanford University. Join us at the inaugural 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐦𝐚 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐝, presented in proud partnership with the Stanford Iranian Studies Program and the @uclaftvarchive Tickets and more info at Farhang.org/Stanford