Conference of the Birds
You are invited to join us for a special evening celebrating the artistic vision of SFU community change maker, Arran Stephens.
Conference of the Birds, a new original art piece by Arran Stephens, is a labor of love and introspection exploring the search for spiritual truth. Hear more from the artist and President Joy Johnson—plus enjoy poetic and musical experiences featuring performers from our community.
Agenda:
6:15 p.m. | Pre-reception
7:00 p.m. | Formal program begins
8:15 p.m. | Reception
9:00 p.m. | Event concludes
Light refreshments will be provided.
Dress code: Business casual
RSVP by May 20
Tickets:
$25 for general admission
$10 for student admission
THE EVENING WILL FEATURE:
Arran Stephens is the co-founder of Nature’s Path Organic Foods, a visionary entrepreneur, gardener, author, and accomplished artist whose work has been exhibited in leading galleries in New York City and San Francisco. Arran and Ratana Stephens are recipients of the SFU’s 2024 President’s Distinguished Community Leadership Award.
Kereshmeh Ensemble is comprised of five local Persian classical musicians performing a selection of original and traditional pieces within the expressive framework of the Persian Dastgāh system.
Event enquiries: aae_events@sfu.ca