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GEVORKIAN DANCE ACADEMY DEBUTS IN SAN DIEGO TO A HUGE AUDIENCE
Thursday, October 23rd, 2014
http://asbarez.com/128188/gevorkian-dance-academy-debuts-in-san-diego-to-a-huge-audience/
Young performers from the Gevorkian Dance Academy present an ensemble
of traditional Armenian dances.
SAN DIEGO, Calif.--On Oct. 19, more than 800 people attended a
spectacular and unforgettable performance by the Gevorkian Dance
Academy. One hundred dancers of all ages took the stage in San Diego's
first ever "Dances Under the Stars" at the Moonlight Amphitheatre in
Vista, California. The mesmerizing choreography, dazzling costumes,
and spirited music brought the audience into the very heart of the
Armenian culture. Enchanting dances from other countries, including
Russia, Georgia, Moldova, Israel, Greece, Romania, and the United
States, were also performed. George Krikorian, Jr., owner of Krikorian
Premiere Theatres, was the lead sponsor of this magical evening.
"Words cannot describe the beauty, grace, and energy displayed by the
Gevorkian dancers. The performance made every one of us so proud to
be Armenian. The Academy has shown the world that the Armenian nation
is very much alive and thriving. We thank Vartan, Siranoush and Sona
Gevorkian, and all the dancers and their parents, for bringing this
great celebration to San Diego," stated Harry Krikorian, chair of
the organizing committee.
The Los Angeles-based Academy enjoyed two successful concert tours in
2001 and 2005, including three consecutive sold-out performances at
the renowned National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet in Yerevan.
In 2005, they proudly celebrated their 10th anniversary at the famous
Kodak Theatre. In 2010, they celebrated their 15th anniversary at
the world-famous Nokia Theatre with a live performance, where Vartan
Gevorkian received a gold medal from the Minister of Culture of the
Republic of Armenia. In 2013, the Gevorkian Dance Academy participated
in the "My Armenia" festival in Yerevan, where they received a gold
medal from the Minister of Diaspora.
Principal dancer, Sona Gevorkian, and her troupe dazzle the audience
with a jazzy number.
The performance was generously supported by Aladdin Restaurant, John &
Cynthia Andonian & Evans Tires, Richard & Ursula Avakian, Carpeteria
Carpet One & Melcon Markarian, Robert & Viviane Hagopian, Homenetmen
San Diego Sevan Chapter, Khoren & Kathy Kassardjian, George Krikorian,
Jr., Richard & Sherry Manoogian, Vahe & Jeannette Manoushakian, John
Shakarian Jewelers, Jerry Torossian, and Alan & Mireille Yaghdjian.
The event was planned with the participation and support of many
Armenian organizations of San Diego, including the Armenian General
Benevolent Union, Armenian Jeweler's Association, Armenian National
Committee, Armenian Relief Society, Armenian Revolutionary Federation,
Armenian Catholic church community, Armenian Protestant church
community, Homenetmen San Diego Sevan Chapter, Knights & Daughters
of Vartan, St. John Garabed Armenian Church, Trust Fund Committee,
and the Triple X Fraternity.
At the request of the sponsors and organizing committee, the net
profits from "Dances Under the Stars" will support Phase One of the
Bridge to the Future project, which will establish a new church
campus in San Diego near Del Mar. For more information, email
[email protected].
From: Baghdasarian
Thursday, October 23rd, 2014
http://asbarez.com/128188/gevorkian-dance-academy-debuts-in-san-diego-to-a-huge-audience/
Young performers from the Gevorkian Dance Academy present an ensemble
of traditional Armenian dances.
SAN DIEGO, Calif.--On Oct. 19, more than 800 people attended a
spectacular and unforgettable performance by the Gevorkian Dance
Academy. One hundred dancers of all ages took the stage in San Diego's
first ever "Dances Under the Stars" at the Moonlight Amphitheatre in
Vista, California. The mesmerizing choreography, dazzling costumes,
and spirited music brought the audience into the very heart of the
Armenian culture. Enchanting dances from other countries, including
Russia, Georgia, Moldova, Israel, Greece, Romania, and the United
States, were also performed. George Krikorian, Jr., owner of Krikorian
Premiere Theatres, was the lead sponsor of this magical evening.
"Words cannot describe the beauty, grace, and energy displayed by the
Gevorkian dancers. The performance made every one of us so proud to
be Armenian. The Academy has shown the world that the Armenian nation
is very much alive and thriving. We thank Vartan, Siranoush and Sona
Gevorkian, and all the dancers and their parents, for bringing this
great celebration to San Diego," stated Harry Krikorian, chair of
the organizing committee.
The Los Angeles-based Academy enjoyed two successful concert tours in
2001 and 2005, including three consecutive sold-out performances at
the renowned National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet in Yerevan.
In 2005, they proudly celebrated their 10th anniversary at the famous
Kodak Theatre. In 2010, they celebrated their 15th anniversary at
the world-famous Nokia Theatre with a live performance, where Vartan
Gevorkian received a gold medal from the Minister of Culture of the
Republic of Armenia. In 2013, the Gevorkian Dance Academy participated
in the "My Armenia" festival in Yerevan, where they received a gold
medal from the Minister of Diaspora.
Principal dancer, Sona Gevorkian, and her troupe dazzle the audience
with a jazzy number.
The performance was generously supported by Aladdin Restaurant, John &
Cynthia Andonian & Evans Tires, Richard & Ursula Avakian, Carpeteria
Carpet One & Melcon Markarian, Robert & Viviane Hagopian, Homenetmen
San Diego Sevan Chapter, Khoren & Kathy Kassardjian, George Krikorian,
Jr., Richard & Sherry Manoogian, Vahe & Jeannette Manoushakian, John
Shakarian Jewelers, Jerry Torossian, and Alan & Mireille Yaghdjian.
The event was planned with the participation and support of many
Armenian organizations of San Diego, including the Armenian General
Benevolent Union, Armenian Jeweler's Association, Armenian National
Committee, Armenian Relief Society, Armenian Revolutionary Federation,
Armenian Catholic church community, Armenian Protestant church
community, Homenetmen San Diego Sevan Chapter, Knights & Daughters
of Vartan, St. John Garabed Armenian Church, Trust Fund Committee,
and the Triple X Fraternity.
At the request of the sponsors and organizing committee, the net
profits from "Dances Under the Stars" will support Phase One of the
Bridge to the Future project, which will establish a new church
campus in San Diego near Del Mar. For more information, email
[email protected].
From: Baghdasarian