The Night of Reunion, with Rumi - from String of Pearls Ensemble

'An Evening with Rumi was a brilliant piece of artwork. A masterpiece. And this is an understatement.'~ Harriet Rodrigues

A night of remembrance, where poetry, music, and silence open the heart to love’s eternal light.

Join us this December for String of Pearls Ensemble’s next event, a luminous commemoration of Seb-i Arus—Rumi’s 'Wedding Night' the sacred moment of his passing and union with the Beloved. In these times of deep conflict and suffering, we gather to be reminded of Rumi's eternal call to unity and peace. Through poetry, music, and movement, Rumi’s words become living lanterns, guiding us back to the stillness of the heart.

The performance will trace the journey of Rumi’s life—from his early years as a scholar and teacher, through his meeting with Shams of Tabriz, to his profound spiritual awakening—illuminating the experiences that shaped his poetry and teachings of love and unity, and to his final and ultimate reunion.

The evening unfolds with voices and souls in harmony: Leela Emadi (Persian song), Kaveh Khamooshi (tanbur), Zahra Afsah (storyteller), Laura Merri (English poetry), Hamidreza Siampour (poetry), Sara Fotros (Daf player) & Anna Rüya (whirler). Together they weave both Persian and English - two languages and cultures in an atmosphere of devotion.

All are welcome to share in this night of unity, reflection, and the timeless spirit of Rumi, at Cecil Sharp House in Primrose Hill.

Alongside the performance, there will be a small bazaar offering hand-crafted jewellery, beautiful scarves and shawls, natural skin oils. There will also be delicious Persian chai and snacks for sale.