Opinion
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A ‘Horizon of Infinity’: The Promise of Arab Abstract Art
An exhibition in New York makes the case that Arab artists developed abstraction in parallel with Western achievements rather than…
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Artists Respond to War as They Experienced It, at Home or on TV
A landmark exhibition in New York offers multiple perspectives on how the televised invasions of Kuwait and Iraq affected contemporary…
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Human Rights Film Festival Showcases Yemeni Stories
The Karama Festival, based in Jordan, uses cinema as a force for social change. This year it highlighted films from…
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In New York, More Eyes Turn to Middle Eastern Art
The art calendar begins a new season with a number of exhibitions that reflect growing interest in Arab artists and…
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New Book Showcases Contemporary Arab Artists as Survivors
An anthology explores “Arabicity,” the cultural links and concerns shared by artists from disparate countries throughout the Arab world.
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The Story of the 2011 Egyptian Uprising Told in Song and Dance
The musical theater production, “We Live in Cairo,” narrates the events that led to the Tahrir Square protests and the…
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A New Museum in Lebanon Raises Questions About Archaeological Looting
Experts acknowledge the “noble intentions” of the privately owned Nabu Museum north of Beirut, but a debate also simmers over…
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Palestine Festival for Literature Shifts Its Perspective
The literary festival links Palestine to global struggles for self-determination and control of resources.
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Arab Artists at the World’s Premier Art Event: ‘Art in an Era of Lies’
The Venice Biennale displays the strengths of Arab artists working today and some of the political pitfalls that can await…
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University Press Draws New Readers for Renowned Syrian Playwright
The late Saadallah Wannous explored the meaning of human liberation, both personal and political. His work has been collected now…
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