Arts, Culture and Events
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Fifth Baghdad Theatre Festival Concludes with Final Performances
The Fifth Baghdad International Theatre Festival concluded its programme of performances on Monday, bringing the curtains down on a vibrant celebration of the arts held from 10 to 18 December. The festival was dedicated to the late artist Dr Shafiq Al-Mahdi, honouring his significant contributions to Iraqi theatre and culture.…
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Iraq Participates at the Amman Folk Arts Festival
Iraq is proudly participating in the Amman Contemporary Dance Festival held in Jordan. Supported by Dr. Jabbar Joudi, the Director General of the Department of Cinema and led by the esteemed artist Ziad Al-Hilali, the Iraqi delegation presented the highly acclaimed theatrical performance, Malaf 12, directed by Mortada Ali. Malaf…
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Baghdad Theater: Transformations of Living and Things
On the sixth day of the fifth session of the Baghdad International Theater Festival, the National Theater hosted a captivating performance of “Transformations of Living and Things,” a play written by the late Qasim Muhammad and brought to life through scenography and direction by Munim Saeed. This thought-provoking production delivered…
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Baghdad International Theatre Festival Opens 5th Edition
Under the patronage of the Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, and the supervision of the Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, Professor Dr Ahmed Fakak Al-Badrani, the Cinema and Theatre Department inaugurated the fifth edition of the Baghdad International Theatre Festival on Tuesday evening. The event, titled the “Dr Shafiq…
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Al-Ghadeer Park Opens in Basrah City, Iraq
The European Union, UN-Habitat and local authorities celebrated the opening of Al-Ghadeer park in Jurf Al Melah, Basra. This joint effort to uplift urban communities is part of the project “Increasing Access to Employment Opportunities for Vulnerable Urban Populations in Basra City in Response to the COVID-19 Crisis”. This initiative…
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Qatari Cultural Delegation Explores Iraq’s Rich Heritage and Art
A high-level delegation from Qatar’s Ministry of Culture has arrived in Baghdad to strengthen cultural ties between Iraq and Qatar, marking a significant step in the ongoing cultural cooperation between the two nations. This visit, part of a series of agreements outlined in joint cultural cooperation protocols, highlights both countries’…
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Interfaith Dialogue: Embracing Diversity in Iraq
The “Confronting Hate Speech and Rebuilding Trust in Iraqi Society” conference, held under the patronage of the Prime Minister and overseen by the Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Antiquities, Dr. Ahmed Fakak Al-Badrani, focused on the importance of cultural and social dialogue in combating hate speech. This annual event, organized…
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Celebrate Culture at “I Am Iraqi, I Read”
In a dynamic celebration of culture and knowledge, the annual “I Am Iraqi, I Read” festival celebrated its 11th year by sharing over 45,000 books to readers, surpassing last year’s total by 5,000. The festival, held in Baghdad, plays a vital role as a cornerstone of Iraq’s cultural and intellectual…
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Annual Baghdad Day Carnival Concludes with Vibrant Festivities
Baghdad’s annual Baghdad Day carnival concluded with a grand celebration at Saray Land, one of the city’s most historic landmarks. The eight-day event, attended by Dr. Fadhel Mohammed Al-Badrani, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, celebrated the founding of Baghdad as a city of culture, art, knowledge,…
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Human Rights Department Hosts Youth Seminar at Music Institute
In a collaborative effort aimed at fostering positive youth behaviour, the Human Rights Department at the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, in partnership with the Institute of Musical Studies and the Mansour Community Police Division, hosted an enlightening awareness seminar on the impact of social media on youth behaviour.…
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