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Saudi Theater and Performing Arts Commission to Participate in Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025 

Saudi Theater and Performing Arts Commission to Participate in Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025 
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Saudi Theater and Performing Arts Commission to Participate in Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025 

Saudi Theater and Performing Arts Commission to Participate in Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025 

The Saudi Theater and Performing Arts Commission will participate in the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025, which will kick off in the Scottish capital on August 1.

The commission's participation will mark a significant milestone in showcasing Saudi cultural presence on the international stage, with the festival being one of the oldest and largest theater festivals in the world.

To promote cultural exchange with a diverse global audience, the commission will present the play "The Hoop," introducing contemporary Saudi theater.

The performance is part of the commission's Sitar Program, launched to support the Saudi theatrical production, stimulate creativity, and improve the quality of theatrical output.

"The Hoop" previously won the Best Contemporary Theater Performance Award at the 2024 Riyadh Theater Festival and recently participated in the 79th Avignon Festival in France, which celebrated the Arabic language.

Through its participation in the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the commission underscores its commitment to supporting the arts and enhancing its presence in global cultural venues.

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Red Sea International Film Festival Opens Early Registration for Sixth Edition

Red Sea International Film Festival Opens Early Registration for Sixth Edition
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Red Sea International Film Festival Opens Early Registration for Sixth Edition

Red Sea International Film Festival Opens Early Registration for Sixth Edition

The Red Sea International Film Festival has announced the opening of early registration for its sixth edition, scheduled to take place in Historic Jeddah from December 3 to 12.

The festival stated that the new edition will feature a diverse program combining film screenings, professional events, and specialized discussions. It will also host a lineup of filmmakers, producers, experts, and leaders from the global film industry, SPA reported.

The early registration offers guests four complimentary film screening tickets per day, along with priority booking access 48 hours before tickets are officially released to the public.

The festival’s sixth edition reflects the Kingdom’s dynamic cultural and cinematic landscape by supporting the development of the film sector, empowering national talent, and strengthening Jeddah’s position as a regional hub for creative industries.

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King Abdulaziz Public Library Inaugurates Largest Specialized Children's Library

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King Abdulaziz Public Library Inaugurates Largest Specialized Children's Library

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Photo by SPA

The King Abdulaziz Public Library today inaugurated the "Children's Library," the largest specialized children's library in Saudi Arabia, with notable participation from cultural, educational, and media figures.

The library accommodates over 500 children from newborns to age 18 through modern spaces that cater to various age groups' educational, cultural, and psychological needs, SPA reported.

The library features modern cultural theaters hosting literary programs, theatrical performances, and artistic and educational events, alongside smart halls equipped with the latest educational and interactive technologies, offering children an advanced knowledge experience.

It also includes innovation incubators and specialized laboratories for young people in technology and creativity, enabling them to develop their skills in an environment that fosters thinking, exploration, and future idea generation.

The library accommodates the cultural and linguistic diversity of its users through dedicated areas and multilingual resources, including print, digital, and interactive media.

The library is an advanced regional model combining Saudi cultural identity with global best practices, serving as an educational beacon for future generations.

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Heritage Commission Signs Agreement with Spain IE University in Cultural Heritage Fields

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Heritage Commission Signs Agreement with Spain IE University in Cultural Heritage Fields

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The Saudi Heritage Commission logo

The Heritage Commission signed a cooperation agreement with IE University of Spain as part of its efforts to develop capacity-building programs in the cultural heritage sector and expand cooperation with specialized international educational institutions.

The agreement contributes to preparing qualified national cadres, enhancing the exchange of knowledge and professional expertise in heritage fields, and supporting training and qualification paths related to the protection, management, and operation of heritage sites, SPA reported.

The agreement includes implementing joint training programs in archaeology, urban heritage, and world heritage, organizing workshops and scientific events to exchange professional expertise, and enhancing cooperation in research and scientific publishing fields.

It also includes hosting specialized experts to develop skills related to cultural heritage fields, in addition to exchanging expertise in restoration, rehabilitation, and operation of heritage sites, contributing to improving the quality of field work and raising the efficiency of heritage site management.