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“Ancient Iran Day” at the University of Washington


Though far less known than the Greco-Roman world, the cultures of Ancient Iran played a vital role in the shaping of world civilization. Featuring hands-on exhibits, mini-lectures, and a youth activity room, this event will introduce learners of all ages to the food, technology, religions, art and archeology...

Report on the Shadow Play, “Feathers of Fire”


"Feathers of Fire" is a shadow play based on the story of Zal and Rudabeh from Shahnameh, the Persian Book of Kings, produced by the Iranian artist, Hamid Rahmanian. This play was on in the University of Washington in Seattle and this program is an interview with the producers and Iranian actors of this...

A Report on the Nowruz Festival at the University of Washington


This event was sponsored by the Near Eastern Languages and Civilization Department and was the first Norouz event at the University of Washington. In this report, you can hear interviews done with the organizers of the event and the guests. They will share their experience about the event and Nowruz....