Abu Dhabi Cultural Summit 2022 will bring global cultural leaders to the UAE capital in October to explore the future of a diverse, resilient and sustainable cultural sector

September 18, 2022

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Abu Dhabi Cultural Summit will be held from 23 to October 25, 2022 in Manarat Al Saadiyat

Themed “Living Culture”, the event brings together arts, culture, policy, media and technology leaders from over 90 countries

Abu DhabiUnited Arab Emirates, September 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Ministry of Culture and Tourism — Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced that its fifth Cultural Summit Abu Dhabi, the world’s leading forum, will return to Manarat Al Saadiyat under the theme “Living Culture”.Designed to explore the future of the cultural sector and discuss creative cultural solutions to some of the most pressing issues affecting the world today, the live event will run from 23 to October 25, 2022 in the capital of the United Arab Emirates.

Abu Dhabi Cultural Summit (PRNewsfoto/Ministry of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi)

This year’s theme ‘Living Culture’ will explore contemporary issues driving change in the Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI) and the wider cultural sector today. The program will explore what it means to have culture as a lived experience in a world changed by COVID-19, and gain a better understanding of its pervasive impact on our individual and collective lives. The Abu Dhabi Cultural Summit will draw on the expertise of participating cultural leaders, artists, practitioners, academics, educators and creative professionals to discuss these pressing contemporary issues.

The program has been carefully curated to examine one subtopic each day in greater detail. on the first day, Living Culture Ecosystem A sectoral perspective will be taken, looking at the emergence of more dynamic or vibrant cultural and creative ecosystems that are more adaptive, resilient and responsive to change. This theme looks at the issues and challenges facing the cultural sector in the production and dissemination of culture post-pandemic, especially when new, more vibrant or alive cultural or creative ecosystems are involved. On that day, the summit will especially welcome three former heads of state, Dalia Grybauskaitė, Lithuania (2009-2019); Ivo Josipovich, President Croatia (2010-2015) and Joyce Bandathe president of Malawi (2012-2014) Moderated by HE Zaki Nusseibeh, Cultural Adviser to the President of the UAE, exploring the role of culture in creating resilient and shared societies.All creative fields will be reviewed through this lens, with HE Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism, with world-renowned comedian and TV presenter An extraordinary themed conversation Trevor Noah. Performances by key figures in the performing arts world, discussions on diversity Hollywood The creative industries, on the role of collectors and the power of cultural districts, creative showcases by artists, film screenings, seminars and policy sessions all take place in a multi-track programme.

the next day, live in culture How culture affects people and communities will be considered through changing patterns of cultural engagement. This thread looks at how the pandemic has forced the industry to innovate to survive. Especially during the lockdown, access to these digital cultural products and services has become a social and psychological lifeline, a part of people’s daily lives and experiences.On the second day, HE, UAE Minister of Culture and Youth, will deliver a keynote speech nura alkabiSummit attendees will be specially invited to discuss panel discussions, case studies from cutting-edge tech companies such as TeamLab, and collaborations with Tim Marlowdirector of the Design Museum and the world’s first hyper-realistic artist robot Ada. Panos A. Bennettthe Dean of the Recording Academy will also discuss the relationship between “technology, creativity and change in popular culture” with Jimmy Jam, followed by a keynote speech by a renowned architect and director of forensic architecture Eyal Weizmann. Dive deep into a vibrant cultural scene . Afghanistan will be explored in a small group followed by a performance by a spinning dervish female dancer Fahima Mirzai. and a panel hosted by the Guggenheim Museum with artist Emeka Ogboh and architect Jing Liu Today will unravel the elements that make up the public space and wrap up day two.

at last, culture, diversity, strength Focus will be on the major challenges related to the protection and promotion of cultural diversity and cultural expression, and how policies can support this expression in a sustainable manner. This theme focuses on key challenges related to protecting and promoting the diversity of cultural expressions, as well as supporting policies and structures in place to maintain diversity. While the theme of diversity and inclusion will run throughout the summit, on this closing day, two key panel discussions will be organized on the topics of “Creating a Richer Chorus” and “New Classics.” A panel on Integrating Cultural Diversity Through Music, hosted by Berkeley Abu Dhabi, will also explore the concept of diversity.Highlights of the day’s keynotes and creative conversations include architects Sumaya ValleySir David Adjaye OBE and President of Berkeley Erica Moore. The day will begin with a performance of Al Ahalla, the traditional Emirati sea chant, and end with a performance of the Global Jazz Project, a multicultural music project by Grammy-winning artist Daniel Perezfeaturing musicians Chabel Ruhana.

Other topics that will be discussed during the summit include: the impact of digital media and artificial intelligence, some geographic focuses such as East Africa As well as arts and culture, cultural and climate emergencies, etc.

In addition, this year’s show features high-level speakers, including Ernesto Otone RamirezUNESCO Assistant Director-General for Culture, Fiametta RoccoThe Economist Culture Editor, Ph.D. Helena Nassif Director of Cultural Resources (Al-Mawred Al-Thaqafy), Harvey Mason Jr.Recording Academy CEO, Producer Jennifer Stockmanaward-winning architect Frank Gehry And collectors Guy and Myriam Ullens, among others.

The summit programme includes an outstanding series of keynotes, panel discussions, artist talks, workshops, film screenings, creative conversations and cultural performances.Performances will be interwoven with plenary sessions, including traditional performances starting each morning, including dance performances by hip hop choreographers kader atuand musical performances by famous oud players and composers Nasser Sharma.

he Muhammad Khalifa MubarakDCT Abu Dhabi Chairman said: “We are delighted to once again host the Abu Dhabi Cultural Summit in the UAE capital with some incredible global partners. Abu Dhabi Committed to being a meeting place for cultural experts and professionals from different fields of expertise to come together to discuss the future of our industry and how we can build a diverse and more sustainable cultural ecosystem. As we prepare to meet these global leaders, we are reminded that we must share our responsibility to find solutions and policies to the pressing problems of our time, and to find ways to drive change in global industries. “

“The 5th Abu Dhabi Cultural Summit provides a timely opportunity for cultural stakeholders around the world to share a common vision to revise current models and envision more sustainable and resilient pathways for the future, ” Say Ernesto Otone., Assistant Director-General for Culture, UNESCO.

“The Design Museum is delighted to be one of the convening partners for the 2022 Cultural Summit, bringing together creative minds from the design world and joining creative thinkers, cultural leaders, artists and change-makers from around the globe as we all Abu Dhabi,”Say Tim MarlowDirector of the Design Museum.

“The summit provides an opportunity to engage in dialogue around important cultural issues while engaging a global audience. It offers artists and thinkers a very rare opportunity to look to the future,” Say Richard ArmstrongDirector of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Foundation.

“The most exciting part of the Culture Summit was that I met so many fascinating people. Listening to them allowed me to step into their shoes and experience the world from a whole new perspective. They opened the door for the ‘eye-opener’,” says Fiametta RoccoSenior Editor and Culture Editor of The Economist.

“We are delighted to be partnering with Abu Dhabi Cultural Summit and look forward to discovering ways we can work together to ignite the power of music. middle East is a true ‘living culture’ with many different thriving music scenes, and this summit was a great opportunity to learn more about this vibrant music community,” said Harvey Mason Jr.CEO of the Recording Academy.

Organised by DCT Abu Dhabi, the Abu Dhabi Cultural Summit 2022 works in partnership with global partner organisations to bring expertise in various fields, from culture and arts to media and technology. Partners include UNESCO, The Economist Impact, Google, the Design Museum, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Foundation, and the Recording Academy. Other participating partners include Image Nation Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Film Council, Sandstorm Comics, Cultural Foundation, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Berkeley Abu Dhabi, Culture Resource, Arab Arts and Culture Foundation and Institut Français.

Those wishing to attend the Abu Dhabi Cultural Summit 2022 can register their interest on the website: www.culturesummitabudhabi.com. This event is by invitation only and places are limited.

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