The City of Glendale announces its Annual Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event, scheduled for Sunday, April 21, 2024, at 4:00 PM, to be held at the renowned Alex Theatre. This year’s theme, “1.5 Million+,” honors the resilience of survivors while paying tribute to the memory of the countless victims of the 1915 Genocide.
Sponsored by Kaiser Permanente, this year’s program offers an enlightening experience with carefully curated segments aimed at educating and engaging the audience. The event will commence with a solemn acknowledgment of ongoing atrocities in Artsakh, highlighting a commitment to raising awareness of humanitarian crises. Attendees can anticipate firsthand accounts of persistent challenges and displacement confronting Armenians, including footage from Zartonk Media as produced by Nairi Bandari. Traditional performances by the Character Dance Group and the Haikian Chamber Choir will be showcased.
Distinguished guests, including Karnig Kerkonian, an esteemed international lawyer and founding member of the Committee on the Protection of the Fundamental Rights of the Artsakh People, and Astrid Kamalyan, author of the children’s book “Bábo,” will be welcomed by the City.
The event will be emceed by Glendale local and respected reporter, Ellina Abovian.
Week of Remembrance
In solidarity with victims of genocide globally, the City of Glendale acknowledges and remembers those who have endured other tragic events. While the primary focus remains on the Armenian Genocide, the City stands in solidarity with others affected by genocide, affirming its commitment to never forget and to work towards a future free from such atrocities.
The community is invited to come together to honor, remember, and stand in solidarity by attending one or all of the following free events:
- Saturday, April 20 at 11:00 AM: Bábo: A Reading and Book Signing with Astrid Kamalyan, on Artsakh Avenue, between Broadway and Wilson Avenue, Glendale, CA 91206.
- Saturday, April 20, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM: Before and After: Reflections on the Armenian Genocide presented by Glendale Library Arts and Culture ReflectSpace Gallery at 222 E Harvard Street, Glendale, CA 91205.
- Sunday, April 21 at 4:00 PM: City of Glendale’s 23rd Annual Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event at the Alex Theatre at 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA 91203. For tickets, click here.
- Thursday April 25 at 6:00 PM: Poets Against Genocide hosted by Glendale Poet Laureate, Raffi Joe Wartanian at The Center for Armenian Arts at 250 N. Orange Street, Glendale, CA 91203.
- Friday, April 26 at 7:00 PM: Film screening of Songs of Solomon and Discussion with Producer Asko Akopyan at Look Dine-In Cinema at 128 Artsakh Street, Glendale, CA 91206. For tickets, click here.
Information about partnership opportunities for community organizations will be available on the City’s website: GlendaleCA.gov/AGCE.
