Abraham / Ibrahim: A discussion with Fahad Siadat & Aaron Henne

Join us as we explore key similarities and differences of the story of Abraham as found in the Torah, Qur'an & extended religious commentary Abraham / Ibrahim: A discussion with Fahad Siadat & Aaron Henne Composer Fahad Siadat and playwright Aaron Henne will host a "fireside chat” about the story of Abraham and his family, a central origin story for the ethnic identity of both Jews and Arabs, and explore some of the key similarities and differences of the story as found in the Torah, Qur'an, and extended religious commentary. The conversation will also include a preview of how they are approaching this topic in their new opera Count the Stars, including readings from the libretto and performances of key musical moments. This talk is held in anticipation of their upcoming opera workshop on December 5th at Greenway Court Theater. Tickets: $12 (in person only) Please email [email protected] or phone 323-663-2167 with any questions. Aaron Henne is the artistic director of theatre dybbuk, an organization which combines scholarship and performance to explore contemporary issues. Works as writer/director with theatre dybbuk include exagoge, Dracula (Annotated), and The Merchant of Venice (Annotated) (Stage Raw Awards for Direction and Ensemble). Henne’s other plays include Sliding Into Hades (LA Weekly Awards for Playwriting and Production of the Year) and Mesmeric Revelation (SF Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle Award for Original Script). He has presented character creation workshops at Lucasfilm, Pixar, and DreamWorks. Henne served as faculty for the Executive M.A. Program in Jewish Education at Hebrew Union College. A “fanciful and downright utopian artist and thinker” (LA Times), Fahad Siadat explores sound as spiritual practice, creating interdisciplinary pieces as a vehicle for unveiling the mystery of our interconnected world. His music is described as “evoking wonder, desire, and terror” (Off Broadway) with narratives that “border on being a spiritual journey” (LA Dance Chronicle). and has been presented by the L.A. County Museum of Art, Broadstage, and Museum of Contemporary Art. Working as a performer, composer, conductor, and curator, Fahad is the director of the Resonance Collective and the award-winning vocal ensemble HEX. His music has been performed in Europe, China, and across the United States. www.fahadsiadat.com CONTENT DISCLAIMER: The views, opinions, and thoughts expressed by the presenters are solely those of the presenter and may not represent those of the Philosophical Research Society (PRS), its affiliates, or any individuals associated with PRS. Presentations are intended for informational and entertainment purposes. ACCESSIBILITY PRS wants all guests to be able to enjoy our events safely and comfortably. If you require any accessibility accommodation, please reach out to [email protected] before showtime and we will be happy to assist you. REFUND POLICIES All sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges for PRS events. If an event is cancelled entirely, tickets will be refunded or vouchers will be offered for a rescheduled event, and ticket holders will be notified. PARKING​ We encourage attendees to consider carpooling, walking or biking to events if possible, and please be considerate of our Los Feliz neighbors when parking. Street parking is available on Griffith Park Blvd. and (after 7 PM) on Los Feliz Blvd. Limited parking is available onsite at PRS in the front lot (entry from Los Feliz Blvd. when heading east). For ADA assistance, please reach out to us in advance via email ([email protected]) or phone (323.663.2167) and provide an email or number we can contact you at. PRS EVENT POLICIES • We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone. • Events are subject to change without notice, including guest speakers and/or performers. • We encourage you to arrive at least 30 min. before the scheduled event start time to find parking, enjoy the Bookstore and take your seats. • Please turn off all mobile devices before the show. Talking and texting are not allowed during the events. • No filming, audio recording or mobile phone recording of events, screenings, concerts or other programs by audience members is allowed without permission. • There is no smoking permitted on PRS grounds. • We strongly encourage guests to wear masks to PRS events to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. • PRS allows Service Animals into the facility under ADA and state guidelines. For further details please visit www.ADA.gov. No animals permitted whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support, under ADA guidelines and CA Health Code. • Please do not bring outside food or drink into PRS events. • Weapons are strictly prohibited at PRS events.