By Talin Kupelian LODI, N.J. — Shushi Armenian Dance Ensemble delivered what it promised, a magnificent celebration of a trio of 20th anniversaries: that of Armenia’s independence, Karabagh’s independence and[...]
By Artsvi Bakhchinyan ISTANBUL — The name of Armenian-American film director Eric Nazarian is not unknown to Armenia’s film audiences. For three consecutive years, 2008-2010, he participated in the Golden[...]
The following is a speech that writer Peter Balakian delivered at the National Center for the Book in France earlier this fall on his book, Armenian Golgotha, the memoirs of[...]
YEREVAN — The Fourth Annual Conference of Armenian Writers in Foreign Languages took place in Armenia this year from October 10 to 15. Sessions took place at the Writers Union[...]
WATERTOWN — In a free preview at the Armenian Library and Museum of America (ALMA) on November 6, actors will read scenes from the upcoming world premiere production of “Deported/[...]
NEW YORK — Kay Armen died on October 3, after a short illness, at the age of 95. Born on November 2, 1915 in Chicago, Armen (née Armenuhi Manoogian) was[...]
By Aleen L. Khanjian PASADENA, Calif. — On Sunday, October 30, at 6:30 p.m., the Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU) will celebrate the Golden Jubilee of renowned actor, entertainer, comedian[...]
By Florence Avakian Special to the Mirror-Spectator NEW YORK — “TheWay,” a new, heart-warming family film, is written and directed by Emilio Estevez, and produced by David Alexanian and his[...]
WINCHESTER, Mass. — The home of Raffi and Nina Festekjian was the venue for a fundraiser for YerazArt on Saturday, September 24. The gathering raised about $17,000, with the attendance[...]
By Daphne Abeel Special to the Mirror-Spectator From the Indian Ocean to the Mediterranean: The Global Trade Networks of Armenian Merchants from New Julfa. By Sebouh David Aslanian. University of[...]
By Hagop Vartivarian BEIRUT — While still a 27-year-old youth, Armenian Democratic Liberal (ADL) Party member Parounag Tovmassian intended to found an organ for the ADL in Beirut. It was[...]
