In 1632, Cambridge University Library was transformed by an extraordinary collection of manuscripts in a dazzling array of languages, including Arabic, Hebrew, Persian and Malay. Collected by a visionary thinker, Thomas Van Erpe, and on display for the first time, these unique items and the stories they tell shine a light on a 400-year-old quest […]
We’ve got exciting news! 🤩 Ahmed Ahmed, the hilarious Egyptian-American comedian, is bringing his brand-new stand-up special “It Only Takes One of Us” to the UK! If you’re ready to laugh and dive into Ahmed’s unique take on life, this is the show you don’t want to miss. Ready to grab your tickets? 🎫 Get […]
Watermelon Family is raising funds to support the campaigns of 16 families currently in Gáza. These funds will go towards basic needs to survive and evacuation once the crossings are opened. 1. What is Art for Aid? -To bid and buy art from artists from all around the world to raise funds for 16 families. […]
Nadira Azzouz (1927-2020) was a pioneering Middle Eastern modern woman artist. Born in Mosul, Iraq, she studied Fine Art at the School of Domestic Fine Arts in Baghdad from 1944–49, and at the Central School of Art in London from 1957–60. She exhibited to great acclaim at many international exhibitions from the 1960s onwards, and […]
We are delighted to announce our next auction of Modern & Contemporary African and Middle Eastern Art on 30th October as 12pm at Olympia Auctions. In the days before, there will be an In Conversation at the Private View on Monday 28 October between expert Janet Rady and curator Nadine Nour el Din about Egyptian […]
Atef Alshaer, one of the two editors of OUT OF GAZA, and Marwan Makhoul, one of the 15 poets in the book, both join us to talk about this recent collection of Palestinian poetry from Smokestack Books. “Out of Gaza” brings together responses to the current crisis by 15 Palestinian poets – Ali Abukhattab, Refaat […]
🎶✨ Exciting Arabic Music Extravaganza in London! ✨🎶 📅 Date: December 19 2024 🕗 Time: 07:00 PM 🏛️ Venue: Central Hall Westminster SW1H 9NH London Arabian Entertainment UK invites you to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Arabic music with the sensational BALQEES & SAIF NABEEL LIVE in London on December 19th 2024. Get […]
This major concert will feature international masters Saied Silbak (oud) and Faris Ishaq (nay/composer), together with PalMusic UK Scholar Marc Kawwas (piano), in collaboration with the St Paul’s Sinfonia under the baton of Wissam Boustany. Repertoire Saied Silbak – Oud Concerto ‘Orchestra Trilogy’ Faris Ishaq – Nay Concerto ‘A Wildscape’ Marc Kawwas – Beethoven’s Piano […]
The first exhibition to explore the influence of art from the Islamic world on William Morris, one of Britain’s most important nineteenth century designers and thinkers. A principal founder of the Arts and Crafts Movement, William Morris was responsible for producing hundreds of patterns for wallpapers, furnishing fabrics, carpets and embroideries, helping to introduce a […]
Calling all mid-career professionals! We’re hosting an exclusive networking evening for 100+ SWANA* Professionals in Tech, Public sector, and Creative industry. It’s your chance to meet like-minded professionals, share ideas, and explore new opportunities — all in the creative setting of a Central London art gallery. Join us in elevating the diaspora. On the night, […]