Shahram Shiva EVENTS CALENDAR

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Shahram Shiva, performance poet, author and award-winning Rumi translator known for his unique and passionate recitations of Rumi's poetry, will perform his own English renditions as well as some of Rumi's original Persian verses with live musical accompaniment. We receive many e-mails from you asking Shahram Shiva to perform in your cities, whether in the US, Canada, Europe, India or Australia. Mr. Shiva shares his passion for Rumi by invitation only--we don't actually plan events at Rumi Network. If you'd like to invite Mr. Shiva to your city, please write us at info@rumi.net and we'd be happy to discuss it with you.

“An evening of hearing Rumi’s poetry read by Shahram Shiva was pure bliss. Since Shahram is Persian himself, he embodies the heart of Rumi’s culture as well as the passion of our universal spiritual yearnings. Rich Goodheart’s musical mastery of many Eastern instruments is a perfect partner to the poetry. And the whirling just has to be experienced first-hand. So simple and effective, you will touch the essence of Sufi ecstasy in a few easy steps." “If you want to know what Sufi mysticism is all about, Shahram Shiva’s evening of poetry, music, and whirling take you there. After Shiva read Rumi to haunting music, we whirled like stars in the heavens, literally! Try it! Whirling is an amazing, almost out-of-body experience. I can’t wait to do it again.” --Carolyn Whittle "Shahram Shiva will restore the exultation of spirit in your Being. This passion...will heal you" --Deepak Chopra

“Mysticism in our midst is the only way to describe this event. You will be amazed, moved, and thrilled. Don’t miss it.” --Susan Lunden "I attended the event you held at NYOC last night. I was speechless then and all I can say now is that it was utterly spectacular. I have been around the world and experienced numerous cultural events. This one right here in NY, was the most original, witty, funny and spiritual of all. Thank you for keeping our heritage and literature alive. I told all my friends about you and we will definitely see you in your upcoming performances." --Farnaz "I had the pleasure of being at your Woodstock event and I just wanted to take a moment to tell you how much I enjoyed your presentation. I felt joy, peace, and I didn't realize until later but I also felt energized. Thank you for reaffirming those things that I think I know. The music was fabulous and the whole program, well lets just say, it made me smile. Thank you," --Susan

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RADIO INTERVIEW on WRPI February 17, 2011 Radio Show In The Spirit Host Gary Goldberg Date & Time Thursday, February 17, 2011, 12:00 PM Eastern US, 9AM Pacific, 18:00 CET, 17:00 GMT. Coverage Area Live global broadcast on the web at www.WRPI.org. In Southern Vermont, Western Massachusetts and Eastern New York set your dial to 91.5 FM. Information A frequent guest on "In The Spirit" we are happy to welcome Shahram Shiva once more. Listen to In The Spirit program on WRPI Radio, hosted by Gary Goldberg. In The Spirits will be interviewing Shahram Shiva and airing cuts from his Rumi: Lovedrunk CD. You can also listen to the broadcast in real time on WRPI.org. RUMI LOVEDRUNK February 26, 2011 Title Rumi Lovedrunk Event Concert and Whirling Workshop Venue Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, Lenox, Mass Date & Time Saturday, February 26, 2011, 7:30PM Tickets Contact Kripalu at 1.800.741.7353 Information Kripalu is very pleased to welcome back Shahram Shiva, the renowned Rumi translator, author and performer, accompanied by a trio of accomplished musicians, for another luminous evening. This marks his 22nd event at Kripalu. Shiva, who is known for his passionate recitations and performances of Rumi, will perform his own English renditions as well as Rumi's Persian verses. This special event will be featuring flutist and multi-instrumentalist John Ragusa in original and improvisational accompaniment with Rob Silvan on piano and Alex Alexander on percussion. Ragusa, Silvan and Alexander are recording artists with several albums to their credit. Following tonight's concert, Shiva will guide the group into an ecstatic whirling experience through his unique and proven three-step method. Musicians John Ragusa, Rob Silvan and Alex Alexander RADIO INTERVIEW on WRPI May 12, 2011 Radio Show In The Spirit Host Gary Goldberg Date & Time Thursday, May 12, 2011, 12:00 PM Eastern US, 9AM Pacific, 18:00 CET, 17:00 GMT. Coverage Area Live global broadcast also on the web at www.WRPI.org. In Southern Vermont, Western Massachusetts and Eastern New York set your dial to 91.5 FM. Information A frequent guest on "In The Spirit" we are happy to welcome Shahram Shiva once more. Listen to In The Spirit program on WRPI Radio, hosted by Gary Goldberg. In The Spirits will be interviewing Shahram Shiva and airing cuts from his Rumi: Lovedrunk CD. You can also listen to the broadcast in real time on WRPI.org. RADIO INTERVIEW on WRPI August 4, 2011 Radio Show In The Spirit Host Gary Goldberg Date & Time Thursday, August 4, 2011, 12:00 PM Eastern US, 9AM Pacific, 18:00 CET, 17:00 GMT. Topic World Debut of CD "Love/Evolve" & Soul Evolution Part 5 Coverage Area Live global broadcast also on the web at www.WRPI.org. In Southern Vermont, Western Massachusetts and Eastern New York set your dial to 91.5 FM. Information A frequent guest on "In The Spirit" we are happy to welcome Shahram Shiva once more. Listen to In The Spirit program on WRPI Radio, hosted by Gary Goldberg. You can also listen to the broadcast in real time on WRPI.org. Love/Evolve August 6, 2011 Title Love/Evolve: Rumi Songs & Inspirations Event Concert and Whirling Workshop Venue Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, Lenox, Mass Date & Time Saturday, August 6, 2011, 7:30PM Tickets Contact Kripalu at 1.800.741.7353 Information Kripalu is very pleased to welcome back Shahram Shiva, the renowned performer, author and Rumi translator, accompanied by accomplished musicians, for another luminous evening. This marks his 23rd event at Kripalu. Shiva, who is known for his passionate recitations and performances of Rumi, will perform his new transformative songs, as well as his popular Rumi poems. This special event will be featuring flutist and multi-instrumentalist John Ragusa in original and improvisational accompaniment with Rob Silvan on piano and Alex Alexander on percussion. Ragusa, Silvan and Alexander are recording artists with several albums to their credit. Following tonight's concert, Shiva will guide the group into an ecstatic whirling experience through his unique and proven three-step method. Musicians John Ragusa, Rob Silvan and Alex Alexander RADIO INTERVIEW on WRPI November 10, 2011 Radio Show In The Spirit Host Gary Goldberg Date & Time Thursday, November 10, 2011, 12:00 PM Eastern US, 9AM Pacific, 18:00 CET, 17:00 GMT. Topic World Debut of 2 New Songs from the CD "Love/Evolve" & Soul Evolution Discussion Part 6 Coverage Area Live global broadcast also on the web at www.WRPI.org. In Southern Vermont, Western Massachusetts and Eastern New York set your dial to 91.5 FM. Information A frequent guest on "In The Spirit" we are happy to welcome Shahram Shiva once more. Listen to In The Spirit program on WRPI Radio, hosted by Gary Goldberg. You can also listen to the broadcast in real time on WRPI.org.

RADIO INTERVIEW on WRPI February 23, 2012 Radio Show In The Spirit Host Gary Goldberg Date & Time Thursday, February 23, 2012, 12:00 PM Eastern US, 9AM Pacific, 18:00 CET, 17:00 GMT. Topic World Debut of New Songs from the CD "Love/Evolve" & Soul Evolution Discussion Part 6 Coverage Area Live global broadcast also on the web at www.WRPI.org. In Southern Vermont, Western Massachusetts and Eastern New York set your dial to 91.5 FM. Information A frequent guest on "In The Spirit" we are happy to welcome Shahram Shiva once more. Listen to In The Spirit program on WRPI Radio, hosted by Gary Goldberg. You can also listen to the broadcast in real time on WRPI.org. AN INSPIRING EVENING WITH SHAHRAM SHIVA February 24, 2012 Title An Evening with Shahram Shiva Event consciousness Lifting Talk, Poetry Reading and Whirling Workshop Venue Yoga Mandali, Saratoga Springs, NY Date & Time Friday, February 24, 2012, 7:30PM Tickets Contact Yoga Mandali at 518.584.0807 Information Join Yoga Mandali for a transformative event with the renowned Rumi translator, author and performer Shahram Shiva, as he brings you an inspiring evening of consciousness lifting talk and Rumi poetry. Following tonight’s event, Shiva will guide the group into an ecstatic whirling experience through his own unique and proven method. LOVE EVOLVE February 25, 2012 Title Love Evolve. Rumi Songs & Inspirations Event Concert and Whirling Workshop Venue Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, Lenox, Mass Date & Time Saturday, February 25, 2012, 7:30PM Tickets Contact Kripalu at 1.800.741.7353 Information Kripalu is very pleased to welcome back Shahram Shiva, the renowned performer, author and Rumi translator, accompanied by accomplished musicians, for another luminous evening. This marks his 24th event at Kripalu. Shiva, who is known for his passionate recitations and performances of Rumi, will perform his new transformative songs, as well as his popular Rumi poems. This special event will be featuring flutist and multi-instrumentalist John Ragusa in original and improvisational accompaniment with Rob Silvan on piano and Tripp Dudley on percussion. Ragusa, Silvan are recording artists with several albums to their credit. Following tonight's concert, Shiva will guide the group into an ecstatic whirling experience through his unique and proven three-step method. Musicians John Ragusa, Rob Silvan and Tripp Dudley   A WEEKEND WITH SHAHRAM SHIVA March 23-24, 2012 Title An Weekend with Shahram Shiva Event consciousness Lifting Talk, Poetry Reading and Whirling Workshop Venue Center for Spiritual Living, Morristown, NJ Date & Time Friday & Saturday, March 23-24, 2012 Tickets Contact CSL at 973-539-3114 Information Join us this year for an entirely different Rally experience. Spend a night and a day immersed in a single community process as we shed the veil of separation that distracts us from our Oneness. Rev. Michelle Wadleigh, Spiritual Director of CSL North Jersey opens Friday night with a community ritual to set our collective intention. Then internationally renowned and award-winning Rumi translator, author, scholar and performer, Shahram Shiva brings you an inspiring evening of consciousness lifting talk and Rumi poetry. Shiva has been translating the poetry of Rumi since 1988 and has been presenting Rumi concerts and workshops in the US ever since. He returns to us on Saturday morning to teach us Whirling! On Saturday, after a morning filled with spiritual practice, David Ault continues to support the Rally as we peel the layers of separation. David Ault and the Center will create a container of safety that allows all of this year's participants to locate their individual places of fear, resistance, and self-judgment that keeps us from living an extraordinary and fully expressed life. Throughout Saturday, we will work in an intimate group setting that will allow for this experience of transformation. One community experience, two amazing facilitators, a high quality music program and a concert to lift your spirits! SIGN UP TODAY!