Bahrain's popular arts group, Elham, will present a four-day arts and cultural festival from May 13 to 16 at the Qal'at Al-Bahrain Museum. With the slogan of 'Art to the People', the group aims to establish a creative and artistic atmosphere that will showcase local talents and expose local art to the public. From poetry, to music and from film to art, the festival will promote cultural dialogue and artistic expression.
A variety of events will be held including workshops, performances and screenings.
Bahraini artists participating in the festival include Elham founder, festival organiser and author Ali Al Saeed, folk singer and song-writer Ala Ghawas, conceptual artist Mariam Haji and digital artist Fawaz Al Olaiwat. Irish artist Keith Winters and American artist Steve Mykietyn will conduct a performance and installation art project and workshop titled 'Speed Towerz'.
The festival will commence with the opening of a group art exhibition on May 13 at the Arts Centre from 7pm. On May 14 guests can enjoy a poetry recital accompanied by oud and acoustic music followed by a concert featuring local bands and musicians on May 15 at the Cultural Hall from 8pm. A talk on documentary photography by Lebanese artist and photographer Camille Zakharia will also be held on May 15 from 10am to 1pm.
For more information please visit www.elhambahrain.net, email elhambahrain@yahoo.com or contact 36621223.
