Zaman Festival – Music of the Levant & Asia Minor

Zaman Festival – Music of the Levant & Asia Minor

Zaman Festival is a vibrant cultural celebration showcasing the music, dance, stories and traditions of the Eastern Mediterranean and its diasporas. Held at the Wesley Anne, 250 High Street, Northcote, and supported by the City of Darebin as part of the Darebin FUSE Festival, this unique event brings together artists and communities from various backgrounds, alongside contemporary Australian musicians inspired by these rich cultural traditions. Curated by Con Kalamaras, the festival presents an immersive journey through traditional and contemporary musical expression. Audiences will experience live performances and storytelling that explore the region's musical roots, featuring Levantine ensembles and cross-cultural collaborations. Zaman Journeys celebrates contemporary interpretations and innovative fusion works shaped by migration, cultural exchange and shared histories.

Zaman invites people of all ages and backgrounds to connect through music, creativity and shared cultural heritage, fostering intercultural understanding and celebrating the diversity of Melbourne's communities. This event is proudly supported by the City of Darebin as part of the Darebin FUSE Festival.

Performances at Zaman will be performed by Kazaband, Mana Duet with Farnaz Shahimi and Kismet Project.