Cross Cultural Dialogue: From Ancient Script to Contemporary Art

A really interesting panel discussion presented by Museum of the Future as a contribution to Dubai Culture’s ongoing Calligraphy Biennale. The session promises to explore the role of calligraphy across diverse cultures, local communities, and heritages, looking at how it serves as a catalyst for cross-cultural dialogue, fosters intercultural understanding and paves the way for meaningful collaborations. The discussion will also illuminate the evolution of traditional calligraphy in contemporary art and design.

The panel:

• Victor Ekpuk artist (above)
• Prof Rachel Ama Asaa Engmann Director of Christiansborg Archaeological Heritage Project, Ghana
• Prof Awam Amkpa Dean of Arts and Humanities NYUAD
• Alia Al Shamsi Cultural Programming Manager at Louvre Abu Dhabi
• Prof Antoine Abi Aad Assistant Professor in the College of Arts and Creative Enterprises at ZU

Rebecca Anne Proctor moderates.

It’s free, but in the Museum’s Auditorium; we think this means you’ll have to pay for general admission (AED 149).