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2009

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Dubai to honour all international patronage in visual arts, film, literature and performing arts

Wednesday 27 January 2010

Dubai is honouring all regional and international patrons of the arts, who have made financial contributions towards strengthening Dubai’s art scene, with the first ever recognition of its sort in the Arab world.

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Dubai Electronic Public Library to conduct ICDL course from Jan. 10

Wednesday 13 January 2010

The Dubai Electronic Public Library, managed by the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), will conduct an International Computer Driving License (ICDL) course from January 10, 2010.

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Dubai Culture invites submissions for Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Patrons of the Arts Awards 2010

Tuesday 05 January 2010

The Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is inviting submissions for the first Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Patrons of the Arts Awards 2010.

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Gulf Film Festival throws down the gauntlet to Arab talent

Thursday 31 December 2009

Awards worth AED485,000 to be won by professional and student filmmakers of Gulf nationality

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Dubai Culture and Arts Authority Supports DIFF 2009

Saturday 05 December 2009

The Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is supporting the Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) 2009 as part of its mandate to drive and support all cultural events in the city and nurture Emirati talent.

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First-ever Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Patrons of the Arts awards by Dubai Culture to honour path-breaking arts patronage

Saturday 05 December 2009

The Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is reaching out to recognize patrons of the arts around the world who have made financial contributions towards enriching the artistic fabric of Dubai, through the Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Patrons of the Arts awards.

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Dubai Culture puts spotlight on autism at 'Documentary Voices' film Initiative

Monday 16 November 2009

The Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated Authority for culture, art and heritage, is highlighting awareness on autism and rallying community support for the Dubai Autism Centre with this year’s edition of ‘Documentary Voices: Social Awareness 2009.’

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Dubai Culture to host Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre from Nov. 14 to 24 to promote young Emirati talent

Thursday 15 October 2009

The Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, the Emirate’s dedicated Authority for art, culture and heritage, is showcasing young theatre talent for the third consecutive year at its annual Dubai Festival for Youth Theatre to be held from November 14 to 24, 2009, at the Cultural & Scientific Association in Dubai

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Muhammad the Messenger Museum

Friday 18 September 2009

The most important event yet in the in the development of Muhammad the Messenger Museum initiative was held during this year under the patronage of The Dubai Culture and Arts Authority

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HH Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum inaugurates Letters Exhibition

Tuesday 15 September 2009

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Majid Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority ( Dubai Cultures), His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum inaugurated

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Arts Oasis opens to crowds at Wafi

Friday 10 July 2009

Arts Oasis, a DSS 2009 Signature Event that exhibits works of multi-national resident artists, officially opened to public on Thursday, July 9, 2009, at Wafi, a key sponsor of this year’s DSS.

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Wraps come off 2010 Emirates Airline International Festival of Literature

Monday 22 June 2009

Wraps come off 2010 Emirates Airline International Festival of Literature

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Dubai Culture launches world’s first fashion show for designers with special needs

Wednesday 27 May 2009

Dubai Culture launches world’s first fashion show for designers with special needs

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Dubai Culture announces its participation in the region’s premier media event – Arab Media Forum

Monday 11 May 2009

Dubai Culture announces its participation in the region’s premier media event – Arab Media Forum

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H.H. Sheikh Majid inaugurates ‘Giants at the Beginning of the Errand’ exhibition at Marsam Mattar Gallery

Monday 04 May 2009

The unique display showcases for the first time an eclectic collection of works by six new but accomplished Emirati artists

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Dubai Culture Supports Marcel Khalife concert in Dubai to raise funds for Palestenian children

Monday 13 April 2009

Marcel Khalife, the famous UNESCO Artist for Peace, will be performing a concert in Dubai later this month to raise funds for the Palestinian children. The proceedings will go to the Palestine Children’s Relief Fund ( PCRF). (need to mention some background on PCRF)

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Dubai Culture Supports 5th Dubai International Peace Music Festival

Saturday 04 April 2009

The Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is presenting the 5th Dubai International Peace Music Festival (for Young Virtuosos).

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Angelina Ballerina travels to Dubai in 2009

Friday 27 March 2009

Under the patronage of The Dubai Culture & Art Authority, one of the shows of Angelina Ballerina will be open to children with special needs.

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“Dubai Culture” unveiled as the new brand identity of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority

Saturday 21 March 2009

“Dubai Culture” is more dynamic, synergetic and versatile and the announcement coincides with the Authority’s first anniversary to mark a new era of progress

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Dubai Culture & Arts Authority brings the highly popular ArtBus Dubai back for Art Dubai

Thursday 19 March 2009

The Third Edition of Art Dubai will be spread out across the heart of art at DIFC Gate Village, Al Bastakiya and the galleries in Al Quoz

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Patrons of the Arts Awards

We are delighted to launch an Award that celebrate those who support the Arts. The inaugural awards ceremony will be held in March 2010 and provides the first opportunity to honour those who have supported the Arts in Dubai in recent years.

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