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India Today
02-05-2025
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- India Today
16th Sharjah Biennial Diasporic dreams
Every two years, Sharjah opens its doors to a compelling range of art, fostering dialogue from the heart of the UAE to the world beyond. Under the theme 'Thinking historically in the present', the 16th Sharjah Biennial, on till June 15, sprawls across five cities and towns in the emirate, transforming spaces into sites of creative reckoning. Over 300 works are on display, spanning everything from sonic experiments to film, performance and visual storytelling. The common denominator? Exploring memory, identity and belonging. An archival presentation of the choreographer Chandralekha
Gulf Today
08-02-2025
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- Gulf Today
Sheikh Sultan honours winners of 16th Sharjah Biennial
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, attended the award ceremony for the winners of the 16th Sharjah Biennial in the Heart of Sharjah. Upon his arrival, Sheikh Dr. Sultan was welcomed by Sheikha Hoor Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Arts Foundation; Sheikha Hind Bint Majid Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Businesswomen Council; Sheikha Nawar Bint Ahmed Al Qasimi, Director of the Sharjah Arts Foundation; along with several general directors, heads of government departments, officials, and artists. The ceremony began with a visual presentation that highlighted the key milestones in the preparation for this year's biennial, along with clips from previous editions and the activities and events that the biennial offers as a major global artistic event. Sheikha Hoor Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Arts Foundation, delivered a speech addressing the comprehensive vision of the Sharjah Biennial as a distinguished global creative art event. She emphasised its connection to Sharjah's cultural project, which receives the highest levels of care and attention. She stated, 'The 16th Sharjah Biennial has arrived in the city from which it originated, carrying its gifts in abundant baskets and blessed by the visions of its sponsor and founder. It unfolds its offerings across the emirate, enriched by the creativity of artists from all corners of the world, after traversing places and times in search of the higher value of humanity wherever it exists. The biennial's curators seek the commonality in what appears different, the authenticity in what seems hybrid, and the essence in what appears transient.' The Chairperson of the Sharjah Arts Foundation pointed to the theme of this biennial and the philosophy and role of art in its broadest sense in human life, noting the unlimited support from the Ruler of Sharjah for all the projects proposed by the emirate. She said, 'This edition carries the title 'Our Journeys.' What projects does this journey encompass that can restore our sense of self, exhausted by what is happening in the world around us? Is there any path other than that of art that can represent salvation for us? Perhaps this is what we are expected to discover in the coming days and weeks. Sharjah—every part of Sharjah—celebrates this occasion, which we hope will be worthy of this good land and worthy of the parents of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah. I find no words to encompass his great generosity; all expressions are submerged in the sea of his wisdom, and all the aspirations we seek stand at his first step. I dedicate this biennial to my father and role model, and to you, the children and residents of Sharjah.' At the conclusion of her speech, Sheikha Hoor Bint Sultan Al Qasimi expressed her gratitude and appreciation to the curators of the exhibition, the participating artists, as well as all the organisers and supporters. Sheikha Nawar Bint Ahmed Al Qasimi, Director of the Sharjah Arts Foundation, delivered a speech in which she expressed her gratitude and appreciation to the Ruler of Sharjah for his prominent role in making Sharjah a creative and generous cultural city. She stated, 'As we witness the launch of the 16th Sharjah Biennial, we are once again reminded of that feeling we have come to expect at every significant occasion hosted by this blessed land—the feeling that we live in an emirate that never stops giving. We strive, in every way we can, to offer something worthy of it and worthy of its sponsor, His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, who has granted us a trust that we hope to be worthy of. He has guided us with his wisdom along a path that takes us to the farthest corners of the world. And perhaps, as we seek to feel that gift, we can offer him something in return from what he has bestowed upon us, placing in his hands a fruit from the gardens of his precious generosity.' The Director of the Sharjah Arts Foundation highlighted the role of the Sharjah Biennial in opening windows for creativity and the arts for all artists. She pointed out the significant contributions of the biennial's curators and their long journey in researching and exploring the artistic experiences that participated in this year's edition. At the conclusion of her speech, she expressed her gratitude and appreciation to the partners, supporters, and participating artists. The Ruler of Sharjah honoured the winners of this year's Sharjah Biennial: Aziz Hazara, Blavi Paul, and Prachaya Vinthong. Sheikha Hoor Bint Sultan Al Qasimi also recognised the sponsors and partners of this edition, taking commemorative photos with them on this occasion. The curators of this year's biennial – Alya Swastika, Amal Khalaf, Megan Tamati, Natasha Ginwala, and Zainab Oz -- delivered speeches highlighting the importance of the artistic projects featured in this edition, which brings together diverse and exceptional creativity and represents a cultural platform for communication, cultural exchange, and the sharing of ideas. The judging panel, consisting of Angie Joo, Gerardo Mosquera, and Paula Nascimento, expressed their gratitude and appreciation to the Sharjah Arts Foundation for the opportunity to participate in the Sharjah Biennial. They highlighted the foundation's great capabilities, expertise in organisation, and careful selection of works, which stood out as comprehensive and creative artistic projects. The 16th edition of the Sharjah Biennial, running from February 6 to June 15, features 200 artists from around the world presenting over 650 artworks, including 80 new commissions, across 17 locations in the Emirate of Sharjah under the theme "Our Journeys." This year's biennial includes a range of artistic presentations spread throughout the city of Sharjah, including Al Hamriyah, Al Dhaid, Kalba, Al Madam, and many areas belonging to the emirate of Sharjah, reflecting the cultural and artistic diversity that characterises this major artistic event.
Sharjah 24
06-02-2025
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- Sharjah 24
Sharjah Ruler honours winners of 16th Sharjah Biennial
Upon his arrival, His Highness was welcomed by Sheikha Hoor bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Arts Foundation; Sheikha Hind bint Majid Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Businesswomen Council; Sheikha Nawar bint Ahmed Al Qasimi, Director of the Sharjah Arts Foundation; along with several general directors, heads of government departments, officials, and artists. The ceremony began with a visual presentation that highlighted the key milestones in the preparation for this year's biennial, along with clips from previous editions and the activities and events that the biennial offers as a major global artistic event. Sheikha Hoor's speech Sheikha Hoor bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Arts Foundation, delivered a speech addressing the comprehensive vision of the Sharjah Biennial as a distinguished global creative art event. She emphasised its connection to Sharjah's cultural project, which receives the highest levels of care and attention. She stated, "The 16th Sharjah Biennial has arrived in the city from which it originated, carrying its gifts in abundant baskets and blessed by the visions of its sponsor and founder. It unfolds its offerings across the emirate, enriched by the creativity of artists from all corners of the world, after traversing places and times in search of the higher value of humanity wherever it exists. The biennial's curators seek the commonality in what appears different, the authenticity in what seems hybrid, and the essence in what appears transient. Theme and philosophy The Chairperson of the Sharjah Arts Foundation pointed to the theme of this biennial and the philosophy and role of art in its broadest sense in human life, noting the unlimited support from His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah for all the projects proposed by the emirate. She said, "This edition carries the title 'Our Journeys.' What projects does this journey encompass that can restore our sense of self, exhausted by what is happening in the world around us? Is there any path other than that of art that can represent salvation for us? Perhaps this is what we are expected to discover in the coming days and weeks. Sharjah—every part of Sharjah—celebrates this occasion, which we hope will be worthy of this good land and worthy of the parents of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah. I find no words to encompass his great generosity; all expressions are submerged in the sea of his wisdom, and all the aspirations we seek stand at his first step. I dedicate this biennial to my father and role model, and to you, the children and residents of Sharjah. Gratitude and recognition At the conclusion of her speech, Sheikha Hoor bint Sultan Al Qasimi expressed her gratitude and appreciation to the curators of the exhibition, the participating artists, as well as all the organisers and supporters. Sheikha Nawar's remarks Sheikha Nawar bint Ahmed Al Qasimi, Director of the Sharjah Arts Foundation, delivered a speech in which she expressed her gratitude and appreciation to His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah for his prominent role in making Sharjah a creative and generous cultural city. She stated, "As we witness the launch of the 16th Sharjah Biennial, we are once again reminded of that feeling we have come to expect at every significant occasion hosted by this blessed land—the feeling that we live in an emirate that never stops giving. We strive, in every way we can, to offer something worthy of it and worthy of its sponsor, His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, who has granted us a trust that we hope to be worthy of. He has guided us with his wisdom along a path that takes us to the farthest corners of the world. And perhaps, as we seek to feel that gift, we can offer him something in return from what he has bestowed upon us, placing in his hands a fruit from the gardens of his precious generosity." The Director of the Sharjah Arts Foundation highlighted the role of the Sharjah Biennial in opening windows for creativity and the arts for all artists. She pointed out the significant contributions of the biennial's curators and their long journey in researching and exploring the artistic experiences that participated in this year's edition. At the conclusion of her speech, she expressed her gratitude and appreciation to the partners, supporters, and participating artists. Honoring the winners His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah honoured the winners of this year's Sharjah Biennial: Aziz Hazara, Blavi Paul, and Prachaya Vinthong. Sheikha Hoor bint Sultan Al Qasimi also recognised the sponsors and partners of this edition, taking commemorative photos with them on this occasion. The curators of this year's biennial—Alya Swastika, Amal Khalaf, Megan Tamati, Natasha Ginwala, and Zainab Oz—delivered speeches highlighting the importance of the artistic projects featured in this edition, which brings together diverse and exceptional creativity and represents a cultural platform for communication, cultural exchange, and the sharing of ideas. The judging panel, consisting of Angie Joo, Gerardo Mosquera, and Paula Nascimento, expressed their gratitude and appreciation to the Sharjah Arts Foundation for the opportunity to participate in the Sharjah Biennial. They highlighted the foundation's great capabilities, expertise in organisation, and careful selection of works, which stood out as comprehensive and creative artistic projects. 16th Sharjah Biennial overview The 16th edition of the Sharjah Biennial, running from February 6 to June 15, features 200 artists from around the world presenting over 650 artworks, including 80 new commissions, across 17 locations in the Emirate of Sharjah under the theme "Our Journeys." This year's biennial includes a range of artistic presentations spread throughout the city of Sharjah, including Al Hamriyah, Al Dhaid, Kalba, Al Madam, and many areas belonging to the Emirate of Sharjah, reflecting the cultural and artistic diversity that characterizes this major artistic event.
Sharjah 24
05-02-2025
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- Sharjah 24
16th Sharjah Biennial kicks off February 6
The press conference was held at Bait Al Naboodah in the heart of Sharjah. with the participation of 200 international artists presenting more than 650 artworks. Ismail Al Rifai, stated Sharjah Biennial will include the participation of 200 international artists presenting more than 650 artworks, including 200 new commissions, as Sharjah Biennial is one of the most prominent artistic events in the region. 17 exhibition locations Speaking exclusively to Sharjah 24, Ismail Al Rifai pointed out that 17 exhibition locations have been identified in the Emirate of Sharjah, the Central Region, and the Eastern Region, providing an integrated artistic experience that extends across the various regions of the emirate, with the aim of involving the largest segment of the public and lovers of various arts. A comprehensive programme Al Rifai added that Sharjah Biennial is accompanied by a comprehensive programme of performances, music, and cinematic performances, in addition to educational programmes, workshops, and performances, which consolidates its position as a global platform for artistic experimentation and cultural interaction. Supporting the global art scene Al Rifai called on all those interested in the world of arts to visit the 16th Sharjah Biennial and enjoy the artworks and various programmes it offers, stressing that the event reflects Sharjah's commitment to supporting the global art scene and enhancing cultural dialogue between artists and the public.
