Diaspora Arts Connection

06/01/2026

The audience loved last night’s performance of Women’s Monologues Based on the Alphabet carring them through a remarkable emotional journey, filled with laughter, wit, tenderness, and reflection. Moments of sharp humor and joyful recognition echoed throughout the theater, while deeply personal stories brought silence, tears, and heartfelt connection. Written and directed by Afshin Hashemi, the production revealed the many dimensions of the human experience, inviting audiences to laugh together, grieve together, and ultimately leave the theater moved by the power of storytelling and the shared emotions that unite us all.
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05/31/2026

Last night marked the opening of Women’s Monologues, a compelling new theatrical work written and directed by Afshin Hashemi. Through a tapestry of voices, stories, and lived experiences, the production invites audiences into an intimate exploration of womanhood, resilience, memory, and identity. The performance captivated the audience with its emotional depth, sharp insight, and powerful storytelling.

We are grateful to the artists, cast, creative team, and audience members who joined us for this memorable opening night. Women’s Monologues stands as a testament to the enduring power of theater to illuminate human experience and spark meaningful conversation. Congratulations to Afshin Hashemi and everyone involved in bringing this remarkable production to the stage.

05/30/2026

Photos from the Dress Rehearsal on Thursday night

Don't miss out on this great play. See the link in Bio for the added show.

Women’s Monologues Based on the Alphabet, written and directed by Afshin Hashemi, is a collection of 32 monologues drawn from the stories of Iranian women—past and present. Each piece is based on a letter of the alphabet and uses colloquial language, idioms, and proverbs of Persian.

This event is entirely in the Persian language.
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05/29/2026

Photo's from the second day of rehearsals

Don't miss out on this great play

Women’s Monologues Based on the Alphabet, written and directed by Afshin Hashemi, is a collection of 32 monologues drawn from the stories of Iranian women—past and present. Each piece is based on a letter of the alphabet and uses colloquial language, idioms, and proverbs of Persian.

This event is entirely in the Persian language.

Ticket Link in Bio
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05/28/2026

Photo's from Wednesday's rehearsals

Due to four shows being sold out already, and by popular demad, an extra show is added.
Don't miss out on this great play by so many talented theater actors.

Women’s Monologues Based on the Alphabet, written by Afshin Hashemi, is a collection of 32 monologues drawn from the stories of Iranian women—past and present. Each piece is based on a letter of the alphabet and uses colloquial language, idioms, and proverbs of Persian.

This event is entirely in the Persian language.

Ticket Link in Bio
afshin .aminian

05/21/2026

Thirty years later, Axiom of Choice returned to the stage in San Francisco — and what unfolded on Saturday night was far more than a concert. It was a reunion of memory, identity, resistance, and healing through music.
Founded by Mamak Khadem and Ramin Torkian, Axiom of Choice helped redefine contemporary Iranian music by weaving Persian classical traditions with global and contemporary sounds. Their influence continues to echo across generations of Iranian and diasporic artists.
In a time marked by pain, uncertainty, and deep emotions surrounding Iran and its people, this gathering became a powerful reminder of the beauty, depth, and resilience of Iranian culture. The energy in the room — shared by artists and audience alike — was emotional, electric, and unforgettable.
Diaspora Arts Connection is honored to have produced this historic reunion and to have witnessed a community come together through the universal language of music.
Here is a brief glimpse into a truly magical evening in San Francisco.

05/19/2026

DAC Community Events : Marjan Vahdat & Sahba Motalebi (DISCOUNT CODE) | Women's Monologues Based on the Alphabet | Third Culture Tales -

Join us for a meaningful season of artistic and community-centered events that honor resilience, amplify immigrant voices, and stand in solidarity with the people of Iran.

05/18/2026

Nazy Kaviani is a dedicated cultural leader, arts administrator, and advocate for diaspora artists whose work has significantly strengthened the visibility and support of global artistic communities. As Program Assistant at the Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies at San Francisco State University, she plays a key role in coordinating events, fostering community collaborations, and supporting projects that explore and celebrate Iranian diaspora identity and culture. Through her long-standing commitment to cultural engagement and public programming, she has helped build meaningful bridges between academic spaces, artists, and broader communities.

In addition to her academic and institutional work, Nazy Kaviani is the founder of Diaspora Arts Connection, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and showcasing diaspora artists across California and beyond. Through this platform, she has curated, produced, and sponsored hundreds of artistic events spanning music, theater, dance, poetry, film, and visual arts—creating vital opportunities for artists to share their work with wider audiences. Her signature initiative, Let Her Sing, highlights women vocalists from cultural contexts where their voices are often restricted, reflecting her commitment to artistic freedom and representation. In honoring Nazy Kaviani as a Pioneer in Arts and Cultural Advocacy, we celebrate a visionary leader whose work has empowered artists, enriched communities, and expanded the global dialogue on creativity and identity.

01/06/2026