Art Dubai unveils its 17th edition, running from March 1 to 3, 2024, at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, with previews on February 28 and 29. The event will feature: new commissioned performances exploring themes of healing and hope, the Global Art…
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Desert X AlUla, a recurring and temporary open-air art exhibition in the globally significant ancient desert region of AlUla in the Arabian Peninsula, returns for its third edition from February 9 to March 23, 2024. This exhibition, part of the…
Dhai Dubai, the inaugural Emirati-led light art festival at Expo City Dubai, illuminates the city’s cultural scene from January 26 to February 4. The festival, organised by Expo City Dubai in collaboration with AGB Creative and supported by Dubai Culture…
Qatar Museums has unveiled its new initiative, Design Doha, planned to debut in 2024. This biennial extravaganza is set to become a premier platform within Qatar’s design community and across the wider MENA region. Spearheaded by Qatar Museums’ Chairperson, Her…
Misk Art Institute’s Masaha Residency program, initiated in 2021, serves as a crucible for artistic development grounded in research. Against the tapestry of tradition, the sixth cycle of Masaha Residency, featured in Misk Art Week, invites viewers to explore the…
The exhibition “Mirqab,” an instalment within Misk Art Week, delves into the profound resonance of rituals, transcending their apparent routine to reveal their pivotal role in shaping cultural heritage and fostering social cohesion. Through the lens of repetition, a fundamental…
The Misk Art Week presents the exhibition “The Misk Art Grant: Tracing the Absent” unfolding as a testament to the connection between ancestral practices and modern creativity. This exhibition featuring works by five artists from Saudi Arabia and Bahrain is…
Misk Art Institute presents “Echoing the Land,” an exhibition that delves into the rich tapestry of Saudi Arabia’s artistic evolution from 1959 to the 1980s. Before the ubiquity of cameras and the ease of modern photographic documentation, artists played a…
Misk Art Week 2023 presents six days of immersive experiences, inviting diverse audiences to explore, create, and engage with the creative spirit of Saudi Arabia. This annual event serves as a hub for thought leaders, art enthusiasts, and the broader…
Manal AlDowayan, known as one of Saudi Arabia’s most influential contemporary artists, will be representing the country at the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia in 2024. Her global recognition stems from a diverse body of work…