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Museum of the Future to Host Dubai Calligraphy Biennale

The artist and calligrapher behind the Museum of the Future’s façade will host a session at the Museum of the Future this October as part of the Dubai Calligraphy Biennale. In the Future Talks session featuring Mattar Bin Lahejj, the calligrapher will talk about his legendary calligraphy and talk about how art and technology can come together in architecture. The Dubai Calligraphy Biennale is happening throughout October in the Museum of the Future in collaboration with Dubai Culture. The month will include discussions on the fascinating world of calligraphy, showcasing its profound impact as a cultural force across diverse cultures, local communities and heritages. The Future Experts panel session will include; Nigerian Artist Viktor Ekpuk; Professor Rachel Ama Asaa, Professor Awam Amkpa, Cultural Programming Manager at Louvre Abu Dhabi, Alia Al Shamsi and Dr. Antoine Abi Aad. At a panel discussion titled ‘’Cross Cultural Dialogue: From Ancient Script to Contemporary Art Future Experts'', speakers talk about how calligraphy serves as a catalyst for cross-cultural dialogue, fostering intercultural understanding and paving the way for meaningful collaborations. The discussion will also illuminate the evolution of traditional calligraphy in the contemporary art and design sphere, showcasing its adaptation across cultures and innovative integration with modern streams. ICA/Expat Media ALSO READ: 10 must-try activities at Museum of the Future
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