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12/13/24, 2:45 PM Al Murabbaa Arts Festival 2024 returns for its second edition from December 13 to 16

The festival will present a wide range of artistic and cultural activities that blend technology

and creativity and exhibit the recent developments in the field of art technology. Furthermore,
it will include live drawing sessions and workshops for participants of all age groups, enabling

them to meet and discuss with artists and explore and purchase their unique artistic products.
It contributes to fostering promising generations, supporting aspiring artists and creators and

encouraging collaboration with the local and global artistic communities, in alignment with the
department’s ambition to strengthen the UAE’s positions in developing cultural and artistic

paths in its various sectors.

Furthermore, the festival will feature several events and performances, including a Bubble

Show, Mirror and Neon Dancer shows by the ‘Lazer Man’ band, musical shows by the
‘Fourmonos’ band, and other performances by popular bands and DJs. In addition to musical

performances by musicians such as Khalid bin Khadim (on the qanun), Ammar Al Hallak (on
the saxophone), and Samia Ibrahim Abdullah (on the qanun), the festival will also witness two

artistic concerts on December 13 and 14. The first concert will be performed by artists
Abdulaziz Al Dhuwaihi, Khaled Al Mulla and Ali Abdullah, while the second will be performed

by artists Yousef AlOmani and Oraib Hamdan.

His Excellency Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director General of ATDD, said: “We are
delighted to launch this important cultural event, which represents Ajman’s goal of enhancing

the artistic and cultural landscape both nationally and globally. Through this festival, we
reaffirm our continuous support towards these initiatives that contribute to boosting
communication and interaction between cultures and people, further underscoring Ajman’s

vast potential in the fields of art and culture”.

“The Al Murabba Arts Festival is a distinctive platform that enables local and global artists and
creators to exhibit their innovations and creativity while raising awareness on the significance

of arts and enriching cultural and creative life. At ATDD, we aim to foster a new generation of
talents and creative minds, which is a testament to the reputation of Ajman as a distinguished

cultural and tourist destination”, His Excellency added.

The festival is part of the strategic framework of ATDD to support the creative and cultural

scene in Ajman as it provides a blend of historical richness and future aspirations. Additionally,

it provides art and culture enthusiasts with a comprehensive and exciting experience that
enhances the region’s creative pulse and aims to promote the artistic and cultural movement,
build creative communities and enhance their outputs in Ajman.

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