Archbishop Yeghishe Gizirian presided over the afternoon
program during which students showcased their talent through musical performances,
poetry recitations, and other activities. The Rev. Fr. Mardiros Chevian, dean
of St. Vartan Armenian Cathedral, was also present.
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One highlight was the performance, in Armenian, of Hagop
Baronian comedy "The Perils of Politeness." The play was directed by
Vartan Garniki, and featured students Arthur Ipek, Arthur Kesenci, Ara
Arsenian, and Vahe Gemdzian.
A dance choreographed by Naira Mkrtchyan had students
executing elaborate footwork while donning traditional Armenian costumes.
Students also sang a selection of songs under the direction of Maro Partamian,
with Florence Avakian accompanying on the piano. They recited poetry, and gave
performances on the piano, trumpet, and violin. Tamar Tokman sang and gave a
solo dance performance.
A brief documentary titled "What it Means to be
Armenian" was screened for the audience. It was prepared by the Lyceum
students earlier in the academic year with assistance from instructor Lisa
Kletjian. The film featured young people's reflections on their understanding
of the Armenian identity.
The audience—which was comprised of Khrimian Lyceum
alumni, staff, parents, and other guests—also enjoyed a slideshow of
photographs highlighting the institution's 25-year history.
Archbishop Gizirian closed the program with a message and
benediction. He encouraged the young people to preserve their heritage and
continue their involvement in the life of the Armenian Church.
"The cultural and faith basics the students receive
are enhanced with their artistic expression in the Armenian tradition,"
said Gilda Buchakjian, director of the Khrimian Lyceum and the Diocese's
coordinator of Armenian Studies. "In addition, the students feel a strong
sense of camaraderie among their peers and can't wait to get together during
the Lyceum sessions."
The Khrimian Lyceum was founded in 1987. The project was
spearheaded by Sylva der Stepanian, the Diocese's former Armenian Studies
coordinator, under the guidance of then-Primate Archbishop Torkom Manoogian.
The educational program takes its name from Catholicos Mkrtich Khrimian, a
great proponent of equal education for men and women who officially established
the Armenian Church of America in 1898.
In its quarter-century of activity, the Khrimian Lyceum
has helped countless young people strengthen their Armenian language skills and
develop a deeper understanding of the Armenian faith, history, and culture.
An art show of student work on display last Saturday
highlighted scenes from the Lyceum's history. Students also unveiled a
commemorative yearbook, co-edited by Tamar Tokman and Christopher Artun,
dedicated to the 25th anniversary celebration.
"It was an exciting celebration," said Ms. Buchakjian.
"The credit goes first to the parents who are cognizant about the
importance of this identity-building education and to the teachers who
communicate it."
Other students participating in Saturday's program
include: Armen Arsenian, Varujan Belekdanian, Shant Bekarian, Armen Bjimenian,
Daniela Haigian, Talar Hovsepian, Sarine Kabarajian, Patrick Kerestejian,
Matthew Krikorian, Arthur Mouradian, Julia Naldjian, Lara Ozyan, Christina
Rymond, Brian Sarafian, Kyle Torosian, Andrew and Linda Yenicag, and Lerna
Yesiltepe.
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Photos attached.
Photo 1: Students perform Hagop Baronian's comedy
"The Perils of Politeness."
Photo 2: Archbishop Yeghishe Gizirian encourages young
people to preserve their heritage.
Photo 3: Students perform a dance.
PRESS OFFICE
Diocese of
the Armenian Church of America (Eastern)
630 Second
Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212)
686-0710; Fax: (212) 779-3558
Website: www.armenianchurch-ed.net
May 25,
2012
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