The second edition of the Islamic Arts Biennale, titled And All That Is In Between, takes place in Jeddah at the Western Hajj Terminal of King Abdulaziz International Airport. Building upon the inaugural 2023 edition, Awwal Bait, which focused on…
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The AlBidaya section of the Islamic Arts Biennale 2025 presents an exploration of origins, spiritual transformation, and the sacred intersections of faith and artistic expression. Rooted in the Arabic word for “beginning,” AlBidaya unfolds in a meticulously curated space where…
The Islamic Arts Biennale 2025 in Jeddah stands as a celebration of Islamic artistic heritage, bringing together masterpieces from across the Muslim world. Among its most anticipated sections is AlMuqtani, an exhibition that pays homage to two renowned art collectors:…
The second edition of the Islamic Arts Biennale 2025 in Jeddah presents AlMidhallah (The Canopy) as one of its sections, transforming the outdoor spaces of the Biennale into an immersive exploration of the Islamic garden. Curated by Muhannad Shono and…
The second edition of the Islamic Arts Biennale 2025 in Jeddah introduces Al Madar as one of its key sections, redefining how Islamic art is experienced in the contemporary era. Al Madar challenges the conventional biennale framework, shifting the focus…
AlUla Arts Festival: ‘Thikra: Night of Remembering’ by a performance Akram Khan and Manal Al Dowayan
At the heart of this year’s program is the premiere of Thikra: Night of Remembering, a site-specific performance created by Saudi artist Manal AlDowayan in collaboration with choreographer Akram Khan. Commissioned by Wadi AlFann, this performance adds to AlUla’s vision…
James Turrell in AlUla offers a glimpse into his legacy as a leading figure in the Light and Space movement. Known for his use of light as a medium to shape sensory experiences, Turrell’s exhibition serves as a prelude to…
Saudi-American artist Sarah Brahim and French artist Ugo Schiavi present NEUMA: The Forgotten Ceremony, a twofold installation and performance developed during a yearlong residency at Villa Hegra. Unveiled at the inauguration of the AlUla Arts Festival 2025, this collaborative project…
The AlUla Arts Festival 2025 opened with a performance by renowned contemporary artist and composer Tarek Atoui on January 16. Held at Bayt Al Hams (The Whispering House), the event showcased Atoui’s latest work, an immersive sound piece inspired by…
Masaha Residency, an in-house program based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is dedicated to fostering the local art sector through studio-based residencies that encourage dialogue, research, and experimentation. Focused on themes relevant to the community, the residency provides a platform for…