Alserkal Avenue | The First Decade (Part 2)

FOLIO by Alserkal

Jan 02 2019 | 00:26:34

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Show Notes

In the second of our special two-part series celebrating the first 10 years of Alserkal Avenue, we meet the founder of the Avenue himself, Abdelmonem Bin Eisa Alserkal, to hear of his vision and ambitions in creating the biggest arts community in the region. He's joined by the director, Vilma Jurkute, and together, they reflect, discuss, and look ahead to the future of Alserkal Avenue.

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