Subtitled "UAE authors reflect on their art and practice during war", this Kutubna panel discussion about writing – or not writing – at his time features authors Amandeep Ahuja, Hafsa Lodi, Shahd Thani, Tamreez Inam, Tessy Koshy, and Yosr ElSherbiny. [ ... ]
A discussion of Sophie Kazan Makhlouf's excellent exploration of contemporary art in the Emirates, led by Kutubna's founder and director Shatha Almutawa and Nora Qudah, curator of art exhibitions at Kutubna. Free to members; others pay AED 25.
A close look at Dubai’s urban fabric through the lens of architect and photographer Robert Powers. The exhibition traces the patterns and repetitions in architecture, streetscapes, industry, and infrastructure that shapes the character of a city; taken between 2013 and [ ... ]
A group show – 27 artists, 35 works – of prints from digital art that represent “a kaleidoscopic range of subjects and sentiments reflecting the complexity and richness of being human today … Rendered through digital tools, in some instances [ ... ]
An opportunity for writers – novelists, poets, journalists, bloggers, and more – to meet, exchange ideas, and network: "connect with fellow book lovers, spark new collaborations, and feel part of a shared creative space ... An evening of conversation, inspiration, [ ... ]
A group show – 27 artists, 35 works – of prints from digital art that represent “a kaleidoscopic range of subjects and sentiments reflecting the complexity and richness of being human today … Rendered through digital tools, in some instances [ ... ]
The first-ever Kutubna Community Day – "a full day of creativity and connection" at the bookstore and cultural centre in Nadd Al Hamar. There are a lot of kids' activities, including storytime for children (in multiple languages) and art workshops [ ... ]
"A rare journey through modern and contemporary Arab art” in the form of more than 35 original works by artists including Ismail Fattah, Najat Makki, Khaled Al Jader, Louay Kayali, and Salah Taher that represent women in a variety of [ ... ]
"A rare journey through modern and contemporary Arab art” in the form of more than 35 original works by artists including Ismail Fattah, Najat Makki, Khaled Al Jader, Louay Kayali, and Salah Taher that represent women in a variety of [ ... ]
A solo exhibition by the noted Iranian calligrapher Ali Pasandideh. Inspired by the poetry of Hooshang Ebtehaj (aka HE Sayeh) this collection of more than two dozen works in Nastaliq calligraphy explores the timeless link between love, humanity, and the [ ... ]
A solo exhibition by the noted Iranian calligrapher Ali Pasandideh. Inspired by the poetry of Hooshang Ebtehaj (aka HE Sayeh) this collection of more than two dozen works in Nastaliq calligraphy explores the timeless link between love, humanity, and the [ ... ]
"An exhibition that bridges the glamour of international stars from cinema and music and the depth of fine art portraiture" – a total of 22 portraits by Bahraini artist Jamal A. Rahim of figures from Hollywood and the Arab world, [ ... ]
Nadina Ronc’s powerful memoir Daughters of Dissidents Need Not Apply chronicles her journey from fleeing war-torn Bosnia as a child to becoming an internationally recognized journalist and political analyst, touching on the long-lasting impacts of displacement and the challenges of [ ... ]
"An exhibition that bridges the glamour of international stars from cinema and music and the depth of fine art portraiture" – a total of 22 portraits by Bahraini artist Jamal A. Rahim of figures from Hollywood and the Arab world, [ ... ]
An explicitly-titled exhibition of 27 paintings selected from two Dubai collections, those of the International House Group and Al Noon Residence; included are works by Farid Aouad, Amine El Bacha, Saliba Douaihy, Farghali Abdel Hafez, Faek Hassan, Shaker Hassan, Emanuel [ ... ]
An explicitly-titled exhibition of 27 paintings selected from two Dubai collections, those of the International House Group and Al Noon Residence; included are works by Farid Aouad, Amine El Bacha, Saliba Douaihy, Farghali Abdel Hafez, Faek Hassan, Shaker Hassan, Emanuel [ ... ]
Dubai’s newest independent bookstore and cultural centre, Kutubna Cultural Center, is opening with Dr Rana AlMutawa’s first solo exhibition in Dubai – an exhibition of images from her book Everyday Life in the Spectacular City: Making home in Dubai. It’s [ ... ]
Dubai’s newest independent bookstore and cultural centre, Kutubna Cultural Center, is opening with Dr Rana AlMutawa’s first solo exhibition in Dubai – an exhibition of images from her book Everyday Life in the Spectacular City: Making home in Dubai. It’s [ ... ]
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