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Red, Light, and Hafez: The Spirit of Yalda Night
Waiting excitedly behind the door of my grandmother’s house, each family member wears a piece of red clothing. The door opens to the warm, loud gathering. We’re greeted with kisses and hugs, our faces still ice-cold from the winter chill outside. Inside, relatives with red-stained hands peel mountains of pomegranates, snacks are piled high on…
Berklee and Beyond: Independent Journeys in Music
Art is an echo of origins. It thrives on experiences, beliefs, and the spaces where we first find our voice. In The Roots Issue of The Persian Magazine, we’ve journeyed into the creative minds of three extraordinary musicians connected not only by their shared experience at Berklee College of Music but also by their distinct…
From Abandoned Brewery to Contemporary Art Hub at Argo Factory
As the preservation of architectural heritage and a ‘reuse’ mindset has gained popularity in arts infrastructure globally, repurposing abandoned spaces into museums and galleries is increasingly commonplace. One such example is Argo Factory in Tehran’s downtown, a rundown brewery that had sat abandoned for over forty years. During that time, parts of the building and…

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The Persian Magazine November 2024

In The Roots Issue, we delve into the profound connection between identity, culture, and creativity, celebrating individuals who have embraced their heritage as a vital part of their artistic and professional journeys. From our cover star Safir, renowned for his introspective Persian rap lyrics and his bold rebranding efforts, to a once-abandoned brewery transformed into a vibrant art gallery, this issue explores how the past informs and revitalizes the present.

We also feature a father-daughter duo preserving the legacy of Iranian handwoven carpets in the UK, and spotlight young Iranian musicians making waves at Berklee College of Music in the United States. Each story showcases the beauty of rediscovery—how Iranian creatives and innovators around the world are reconnecting with their roots to inspire the future.

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