Arts and Culture
Apr 10, 2024
Screening of Saudi Film “Hajjan”
On April 20 and 25, AGSIW sponsored the screening of "Hajjan" as part of Filmfest DC.

Apr 7, 2024
Special Ramadan Screening of Saudi Film “Mandoob”
On April 7, AGSIW and the National Museum of Asian Art co-hosted a screening of the Saudi hit film "Mandoob."

Apr 1, 2024
Kuwaiti Rap Duo Highlights Rising Popularity in the Gulf
Kay R and Chunkky Monkky, Kuwait's first married rap duo, deploy trendy Arabic-language lyrics to appeal to Kuwaiti youth.

Mar 27, 2024
A Masterpiece Without an Audience: Khalid Al Siddiq and the Gulf’s First Narrative Feature Film
Despite its groundbreaking legacy, today, “Bas ya Bahar” cannot be easily viewed in its full visual glory.

Mar 19, 2024
Art Dubai’s “Encounters” Showcases “Village Vibe” of Emirati Artists
Amid the hundreds of international artists on display at the Middle East’s largest commercial art fair, “Encounters” explored the local art scene and its decades of creative exchange.

Mar 13, 2024
Saudis Transform the Kingdom Through Public Art
While beautifying the kingdom, public art projects in Saudi Arabia engage Saudis and at the same time foster cross-cultural dialogue.

Mar 4, 2024
AGSIW x Culture Summit: Channeling the Uncanny in Counter-Futurisms
On March 4, AGSIW convened a session on Gulf Futurism during Culture Summit Abu Dhabi.

Feb 26, 2024
Bahraini Photographer Puts Spotlight on Youth Palestine Advocacy
Ahmed Alghasra blends advocacy for the Palestinians with his photography to document demonstrations on social media and amplify youth perspectives on the Gaza conflict.
