Schedule

Saturday, March 15, 2025
10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Activities and Interactive Displays
11:30 a.m. Performance by Dorian
1:00 p.m. Performance by the Zoroastrian Association of Houston.

Welcome the Persian New Year at our vibrant Nowruz celebration! Enjoy an afternoon packed with music, creative crafts, and enchanting storytelling for the whole family. Join special performances by Dorian, a Houston-based ensemble of Iranian virtuosos making their debut at Asia Society Texas, as well as the Zoroastrian Association of Houston.

About the Performances

Dorian presents a captivating fusion of traditional Persian instruments — such as the enchanting Taar and rhythmic Tonbak — blending seamlessly with piano, flute, and violin. This exclusive set features songs inspired by the spirit of Nowruz, celebrating renewal, joy, and unity through music. Experience the beauty of Persian melodies in an unforgettable celebration of the Persian New Year.

The Zoroastrian Association of Houston transports the viewers to share a glimpse of paradise or "paeridaeza," a Persian term for green walled spaces or gardens that began from the time of King Cyrus in 550 BC and influenced gardens around the world to modern times. The performance includes a rich repertoire of music and dances from different cultures and countries with colorful costumes of the period and digital imagery, keeping audiences enthralled as we welcome the advent of springtime.

All-Ages Activites

Tulip Bag Craft
Zoroastrian Association of Houston

Model Magic Lotus Votives 
Zoroastrian Association of Houston

Halfseen Table Display
Zoroastrian Association of Houston 

Shanamay Display
Zoroastrian Association of Houston

Calligraphy Activity/Display
Iranian Cultural Foundation 

Blossom Trees Activity
Museum of Fine Arts Houston

About Super Saturday

Dive into diverse arts and cultural traditions across Asia in our all-ages Super Saturday events each month! Designed for kids and adults alike, each Super Saturday features hands-on activities and includes complimentary access to the Explore Asia exhibition and the Louisa Stude Sarofim Gallery.

Education and Outreach programs at Asia Society Texas are presented by AARP, American First National Bank, The Freeman Foundation, Hugesen Polymers, Johanna and Bill Stewart, and Truist Foundation. Major support comes from Nancy C. Allen, Chinhui Juhn and Eddie Allen, The Brown Foundation, and Inc., Houston Endowment Inc. Generous funding also provided by the Susan Vaughan Foundation. Free Thursday exhibition admission presented by the Nyquist Family. Additional support is provided by Cathay Bank Foundation, George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation, Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation, and the Friends of Asia Society, a dedicated group of individuals and organizations committed to bringing exceptional programming and exhibitions to Asia Society Texas.

Presenting Sponsor

Additional Support

Piano Sponsor

About Asia Society Texas

Asia Society Texas believes in the strength and beauty of diverse perspectives and people. As an educational institution, we advance cultural exchange by celebrating the vibrant diversity of Asia, inspiring empathy, and fostering a better understanding of our interconnected world. Spanning the fields of arts, business, culture, education, and policy, our programming is rooted in the educational and cultural development of our community — trusting in the power of art, dialogue, and ideas to combat bias and build a more inclusive society.