Painter Ali Bozorgmehr Honored by LA’s Art of Elysium Gala
By Fred Parvaneh
The Iranian-American artist Ali Bozorgmehr, whose art is an amalgamation of Persian calligraphy and painting, has been honored by the Art of Elysium, a California-based organization that pairs volunteer artists with communities...
Iranian-Americans Cook Up a Storm in Los Angeles Times Food Bowl
By Fred Parvaneh
Every year, the Los Angeles Times promotes a citywide celebration of food called "Food Bowl" that features a select number of restaurants offering special menus.
Momed, a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Beverly...
Meet the Iranian Protégé of Broadway Supremo Cameron Mackintosh
By Fred Parvaneh
For the past two decades, Iranian-born Shidan Majidi has been running the New York office of Sir Cameron Mackintosh -- the star producer of "Cats," "Les Miserables," and other hit Broadway musicals.
Born...
LA’s Farhang Foundation Unveils Program of Concerts, Films in 2019
By Fred Parvaneh
Iranian-Americans living on the West Coast have a rich slate of cultural programming to look forward to, courtesy of the Farhang Foundation.
The L.A.-based non-profit foundation, which has a mission to celebrate and...
‘Beyond Shahs of Sunset’: Interview with Founder and Cardiologist Afshine Emrani
By Fred Parvaneh
Dr. Afshine Emrani is a prominent cardiologist and internist who serves the residents of the greater Los Angeles area. Separately from his medical practice, Dr. Emrani is a prolific blogger known for...
Iranian-American Maral Milani Plays Aspiring Yemeni Scientist In Play
By Fred Parvaneh
After four weeks of sold-out performances at the Odyssey Theatre in Los Angeles, “Paradise” -- a play written by Laura Maria Censabella and co-produced by Oscar-winning actress Viola Davis -- recently ended...
Sepi Shyne, West Hollywood Mayoral Candidate, to Run Again in 2020
By Fred Parvaneh
Last month, the residents of West Hollywood voted in the local California elections. On the ballot was the name of a small business owner, feminist, activist and attorney of Iranian descent: Sepi...
Santa Monica Reunion Draws Alumni of Iranzamin, Community School
By Fred Parvaneh
On the first weekend in April, alumni of two major international schools in pre-revolutionary Tehran -- Iranzamin Tehran International School and Community School -- gathered at the Lowes Hotel in Santa Monica,...
LA Celebrates Nowruz, The Persian New Year, in Style
By Fred Parvaneh
Nowruz (meaning 'new day' in Persian) is an ancient celebration rooted in Zoroastrianism that marks the beginning of the New Year. Nowruz coincides with the vernal equinox, meaning the first day of...
Iranian-Born Ricci Moshir Wins Top Reggae Award For His Song ‘Wakayo’
By Fred Parvaneh
Last November, Ricci Moshir (aka XOrasta Ricci) -- singer, songwriter, and leader of the band “Ricci and the Tic Tac Toes” -- won the award for Best Reggae Music for his song...
