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Zawya
20-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Zawya
AlUla Arts Festival 2025 wraps up with a vibrant closing weekend
ALULA — As the fourth edition of the AlUla Arts Festival reaches its grand finale, visitors are invited to experience an extraordinary closing weekend filled with world-class exhibitions, interactive workshops, film screenings, and cultural engagements. Since its launch, the festival has attracted over 40,000 visitors, cementing its reputation as a premier global platform for artistic and cultural exchange. While the festival officially concludes on February 22, select exhibitions, including Wadi AlFann presents James Turrell, will remain open until April, offering extended hours during Ramadan to allow visitors further opportunities to explore the transformative power of art in AlUla's breathtaking landscape. The closing weekend promises a rich and immersive program, welcoming guests to engage with diverse artistic expressions across multiple disciplines. The AlUla Artist Residency Open Studio at Mabiti Hotel will provide a unique insight into the creative processes of international artists, showcasing their explorations in photography, installation, performance, and material studies. Visitors can also explore Raw to Revival at Design Space AlUla, an exhibition aligned with Saudi Arabia's Year of Handicrafts initiative, which highlights the influence of traditional craftsmanship on contemporary design. Music and cinema lovers will find an array of engaging experiences, with Cinema AlJadidah hosting curated screenings, including Nosferatu, Gonjiam Haunted Asylum, and Born a King, offering audiences a mix of classic and contemporary storytelling. Meanwhile, the AlUla Music Hub Vocational Students Showcase Concert will celebrate emerging talent, providing a stage for young artists to share their creativity. Beyond the festival's closing events, several acclaimed exhibitions will continue to captivate audiences until April. Wadi AlFann presents James Turrell offers a retrospective on the pioneering Light and Space artist, connecting his legacy with his ambitious land art commission in AlUla. Maha Malluh: Reminiscence presents a compelling exploration of memory and representation through contemporary art, while Tarek Atoui: Bayt Al Hams (The Whispering House) invites visitors into an interactive sound experience, encouraging participation and experimentation. Additional exhibitions, such as Raw to Revival, Alamaat, and Thikra: Night of Remembering, further enrich AlUla's artistic landscape. Thikra, a site-specific performance created by renowned choreographer Akram Khan and artist Manal AlDowayan, will embark on a world tour in 2025, showcasing AlUla's cultural narrative to international audiences. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Saudi Gazette
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Saudi Gazette
AlUla Arts Festival 2025 wraps up with a vibrant closing weekend
ALULA — As the fourth edition of the AlUla Arts Festival reaches its grand finale, visitors are invited to experience an extraordinary closing weekend filled with world-class exhibitions, interactive workshops, film screenings, and cultural engagements. Since its launch, the festival has attracted over 40,000 visitors, cementing its reputation as a premier global platform for artistic and cultural exchange. While the festival officially concludes on February 22, select exhibitions, including Wadi AlFann presents James Turrell, will remain open until April, offering extended hours during Ramadan to allow visitors further opportunities to explore the transformative power of art in AlUla's breathtaking landscape. The closing weekend promises a rich and immersive program, welcoming guests to engage with diverse artistic expressions across multiple disciplines. The AlUla Artist Residency Open Studio at Mabiti Hotel will provide a unique insight into the creative processes of international artists, showcasing their explorations in photography, installation, performance, and material studies. Visitors can also explore Raw to Revival at Design Space AlUla, an exhibition aligned with Saudi Arabia's Year of Handicrafts initiative, which highlights the influence of traditional craftsmanship on contemporary design. Music and cinema lovers will find an array of engaging experiences, with Cinema AlJadidah hosting curated screenings, including Nosferatu, Gonjiam Haunted Asylum, and Born a King, offering audiences a mix of classic and contemporary storytelling. Meanwhile, the AlUla Music Hub Vocational Students Showcase Concert will celebrate emerging talent, providing a stage for young artists to share their creativity. Beyond the festival's closing events, several acclaimed exhibitions will continue to captivate audiences until April. Wadi AlFann presents James Turrell offers a retrospective on the pioneering Light and Space artist, connecting his legacy with his ambitious land art commission in AlUla. Maha Malluh: Reminiscence presents a compelling exploration of memory and representation through contemporary art, while Tarek Atoui: Bayt Al Hams (The Whispering House) invites visitors into an interactive sound experience, encouraging participation and experimentation. Additional exhibitions, such as Raw to Revival, Alamaat, and Thikra: Night of Remembering, further enrich AlUla's artistic landscape. Thikra, a site-specific performance created by renowned choreographer Akram Khan and artist Manal AlDowayan, will embark on a world tour in 2025, showcasing AlUla's cultural narrative to international audiences. — SG
Leaders
09-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Leaders
Diriyah Storytelling Festival Tantalizes Children
The Diriyah Storytelling Festival has attracted several children and inspired them to love reading and storytelling, Arab News reported. Themed 'Entertain Your Cultural Curiosity,' the festival was part of a vast array of events in Diriyah Season. The festival transformed the region into a magical world for children satisfying their curiosity and meeting their expectations. Diriyah Storytelling Festival Amuses Children During their tour to the Story Village, young children listened to interesting tales told by professionals. Meanwhile, Shadow Shows took young visitors to realms inspired by the book 'Kalila and Dimna.' Therefore, they had a unique opportunity to experience a new visual show combining both art with literature. Diriyah Storytelling Festival Amuses Children Interestingly, the festival offered children a unique opportunity to showcase their artistic skills through the Story and Drawing Corner. They also transformed stories into paintings that deeply mirrored their creative visions. The festival featured various interactive performance displaying historic tales inspired by Diriyah's rich heritage in a theatrical, interactive format to engage the little children. Related Topics: Diriyah Season Presents 'Souk Wonders' …..Enchanting Cultural Journey James Turrell Joins Wadi AlFann at AlUla Arts Festival 2025 Diriyah Storytelling Festival to Offer Stunning Literature Activities Children Explore Coffee Culture, Heritage at Saudi International Exhibition Short link : Post Views: 8 Related Stories
Leaders
06-02-2025
- Leaders
Wadi Al-Arj in Taif: Harmony of Nature, History, Culture
Nestled in Taif Governorate, Wadi Al-Arj offers a captivating blend of breathtaking landscapes, rich heritage, and diverse flora and fauna. The valley is home to an array of plant life, including shrubs and iconic trees such as Talh, Sidr, and Juniper. Spanning 47 kilometers, Wadi Al-Arj is surrounded by notable landmarks, including the historic Marwan Castle and the renowned Crown Prince Camel Festival. Its fertile orchards flourish with fruits and grains, while palm-dotted pastures and ancient rock carvings narrate stories of past civilizations. With its natural beauty, historical significance, and cultural richness, Wadi Al-Arj is a premier destination for ecotourism, leisure, and exploration. Related Topics : James Turrell Joins Wadi AlFann at AlUla Arts Festival 2025 Saudi Artist Captivates AlUla's Wadi AlFann Visitors Diriyah Wadi Safar Project Kicks Off in Line with Saudi Vision 2030 Wadi Al-Sadr Park: New Attraction in Al-Baha Region Short link : Post Views: 15 Related Stories
Leaders
31-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Leaders
James Turrell Joins Wadi AlFann at AlUla Arts Festival 2025
As part of the AlUla Arts Festival 2025, Wadi AlFann presents a special pre-opening program showcasing the work of internationally renowned artist James Turrell. This initiative invites both local and global audiences to explore the artistic vision of participating artists, providing an exclusive preview of the landmark creations that Wadi AlFann will unveil in the future. Turrell's participation includes an exclusive exhibition in the AlJadidah Arts District, providing insight into the large-scale project he will create at Wadi AlFann. His project will feature a series of expansive chambers alongside three of his early works, exploring the profound nature of perception. The exhibition will showcase four key pieces from the Royal Commission for AlUla and private collections, emphasizing Turrell's mastery of light as a transformative medium. It presents a rare opportunity to experience one of his earliest works alongside a more recent creation, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in his unique artistic approach—where light, space, and nature converge in an unforgettable sensory experience. Reflecting Wadi AlFann's vision of integrating contemporary art with AlUla's stunning natural and historical landscapes, this showcase celebrates Turrell's innovative contributions to light and architectural art. Known for his ability to shape space through light and color, Turrell transforms enclosed environments into mesmerizing visual experiences and constructs monumental pavilions that harmonize with the sky and cosmos. His upcoming project at Wadi AlFann embodies this creative philosophy, drawing inspiration from AlUla's breathtaking terrain and rich heritage to introduce a groundbreaking artistic dimension to the region's contemporary art scene. Related Topics : AlUla Arts Festival 2025 Returns with Creative Cultural Experiences Wadi Al- Areen Beauty of Pristine Nature, Dense Vegetation Taif Rose Listed among UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage AlUla Arts Festival 2025 Returns with Creative Cultural Experiences Short link : Post Views: 1
