Starting October 30, the Assembly takes over the Jameel with curated interventions and public programming addressing their chosen theme of 'Reassigning Value’. The nine Assembly members have selected 14 emerging UAE-based artists and creatives to present artworks, interventions and events at the Jameel for two weeks
The Art Jameel Commissions: Digital award goes to artist Nadim Choufi; the interactive work will debut online from January 2021. The jury opted to also award honourable mentions to two applicants: Nora Al Badri and duo Edwin Nasr and Bassem Saad.
Jameel Library presents an audio piece and text installation by writer and researcher Maryam Wissam Al Dabbagh, reflecting on conversations around belonging; revisiting relationships with our cities through bureaucracy, administration and the long-prophesied age of retirement.
Happening now online, join Shumon Basar and Michael Rakowitz live on Wednesday, October 28 at 7pm (UAE time) for a special broadcast of the essential followed by a Q&A with the speakers.
Pre-booking is required to access Jameel Library. To utilise the collection and resources, please book your two-hour slot online to avoid disappointment given limited capacity.
This special box takes young makers and artists on a journey of discovery, inspired by Jameel Arts Centre, exploring its architecture, Jaddaf Waterfront Sculpture Park and the surrounding Dubai Creek.
Corona Virus: A curious guide for courageous kids is the first bilingual (Arabic/English) free guide published in light of the current challenges we face with the COVID-19 virus
