Arts and Culture
Feb 15, 2024
Layali Al-Qaisariyah: A Saudi Festival in an Agricultural Town
The Layali Al-Qaisariyah festival in Al-Hofuf, in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province, is an illuminating example of how the kingdom's art and entertainment agenda manifests outside the major cities.

Feb 12, 2024
Wusum Gallery Provides a Fresh Perspective on Doha’s Art Scene
Wusum Gallery, a grassroots creative space founded by an art historian duo, aims to improve Qatar-based artists’ access to global art markets.

Jan 22, 2024
Nature’s Palette: Mohammad Alfaraj’s Art Captures the Spirit of Al-Ahsa
Saudi artist Mohammad Alfaraj’s nature-inspired installations draw on his childhood in Al-Ahsa and stories from the oasis town.

Jan 19, 2024
Book Launch: Art in Saudi Arabia: A New Creative Economy?
On January 19, AGSIW hosted a discussion on art in Saudi Arabia.

Jan 17, 2024
Setting the Stage: The Vital Role of Private Art Institutions in Saudi Arabia
Without the formation of private art institutions in Saudi Arabia, the kingdom’s cultural scene would not be where it is today.

Jan 4, 2024
Expo 2030: An Opportunity to Define Riyadh’s Future
In 2030, Riyadh has the opportunity to offer something radically different that will leave a lasting legacy for the world.

Dec 14, 2023
Women Opera Singers in the Gulf: Breaking Barriers With Their Voices
Gulf women, with their own sentimental style blending elements of the East and West, are helping opera draw larger Gulf audiences.

Oct 2, 2023
Head in the Clouds or Outer Space, Pop Icon RexChouk Is Relatable and Hilarious
Anonymous Saudi-born and raised artist RexChouk has captured the attention of viewers worldwide with his humorous depictions of everyday life in the kingdom.
