Events
by MiYaFushi
2nd Gulf Jazz Festival In Kuwait
May 1st - May 3rd
Educating Rita @ The Kuwait Little Theatre
June 5th, 6th, & 7th @ 7:30
Jewaira’s Boudoir
Bits and pieces of pleasure and fantasy; my room with a view from Kuwait
Bits and pieces of pleasure and fantasy; my room with a view from Kuwait
by MiYaFushi
2nd Gulf Jazz Festival In Kuwait
May 1st - May 3rd
Educating Rita @ The Kuwait Little Theatre
June 5th, 6th, & 7th @ 7:30
Screening of the documentary film
When the People Spoke - part two
AUK campus (Salmiya) - Multi-purpose room
Tuesday April 17
7:30.pm
A screening of When the People Spoke - part two
When : Tuesday April 24
Place : Graduate Society
Time : 8:00 pm
English Day 16:00 - 21:00 @ Kuwait University; Shuwaikh Campus; College of Arts; English Department; Othman Abdul-Malek Building.
wala coool
you then must check our events … at http://www.deera-chat.com
click on the E-vents tab and let us know what you think
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You guys are doing a great job and keep it up!
This is just a page to remind me of stuff that’s going on when I hear about it.
Jewaira
Umami Culinary School new class schedule
Textile Arts Exhibition 30th May - June 2nd 2007
Thanks IntlXpatr
Kuwaiti film: Bas ya Bahaar
Time: 7 p.m.
Date: Wednesday 9th May
Place: AWARE Center
“Bas ya bahaar” is a story about a mother who only has one son. Set in the past when all the young men would go to sea this mother prevented her son from going for fear of losing him. Eventually he does go to sea, diving for pearls. This film covers a lot of traditional Kuwaiti culture and gives an insight into Kuwaits past. From AWARE site
Explore AWARE site for more events this MAY
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May 23:Lecture-Kuwaiti Women & the National Assembly 2010
Date: Wednesday 23rd May.
Time: 7 p.m.
Place: AWARE
Speakers: Dr Khadijah A. Mahameed, Dr Lubna Al-Kazi, Dr Rola Dashti.
These Kuwaiti women will address the following points:
*Women in the 2010 elections
* Difficulties facing Kuwaiti female candidates
* Empowering Kuwaiti women to practice their political rights.
The Scientific Centre Kuwait
“The Scientific Center’s Discovery Place learn the secrets of petroleum and petrochemicals through hands-on exhibits.
Star Shows: Saturday-Friday: Arabic Language from 08:30 pm to 10:30 pm, English Language 09:30 pm.
Puppet Show: Saturday-Friday: Arabic Language 09:00 pm, English Language: 10:00 pm
The Scientific Center’s Aquarium – Feeding times:
Shark Feed in the Arabian Gulf Tank: Mondays at 9:00 pm.
Bowmouth Guitarshark – Main Tank: Saturdays at 11 am.
General Fish feed in the Tunnel & Main Window: Sunday and Wednesday at 11 am.
Sharks and Rays feed: Sunday and Tuesday at 9 pm, Thursdays at 12:00 pm.
Otter Feed: Saturday to Wednesday at 9 am;
Caracal Feed: Saturday to Wednesday at 9:30 am;
Bat Feed: Saturday to Wednesday at 10:00 am.
Information: 848-888″
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High school Art Exhibition at Bayan Bilingual School - Hawally
15th of May:
8 am to 2:30 pm
(10 kd per copy). Exhibition proceeds to the Red Crescent Charity.
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Boushahri Art Gallery opening ceremony of Art Exhibition by Mahamed Abdelwahab (from Sudan) at 07:00 pm, May 15th.
until May 27.
Timings: 09:30 am-01:00 pm ;05:00-08:30 pm on weekdays,
Thursdays 09:30 am-01:00 pm. Fridays closed.
Location: On Baghdad Street, behind the mosque. For details call 5621116 or fax on 5621119.
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Sara Shamma, Syrian artist
Exhibition at Corniche Club, Shaab; on show latest collection, entitled ”Music” until the 19th May.
From Deera Chat events
Jazz & FLamenco Concert by Jerez-Texas
When
Monday, May 28, 2007
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Where
Abdul Aziz Husain Cultural Center
Mishrif Co op society
Description
evening of Fine Spanish Flamenco dancing performance .Please note that the hall is not very large so attend early.
The band Jerez-Texas was formed in 2002 as a combination of the talents
of a Flamenco guitarrist (Ricardo Esteve), a classical cellist (Matthieu Saglio)
and a jazz drum player (Jesus Gimeno). For their first visit to Kuwait they
will be joined by a vocalist.
The closely-knit partnership among the three performers and the poetry
oozing from their compositions, a mix of Flamenco’s raw, deep strength
coupled with Jazz’s creative freedom, turn their every performance into
a most original invitiation to experience a musical blend like no other,
equally captivating for fans of either style.
As proof of its international calling, the band has performed over 200 times
in some of the most reputed concert halls and numerous festivals in Spain,
France, the U.S.,Qatar, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Guatemala, Honduras
and Namibia, under the auspices of different Embassies of Spain
From Deera Chat Events
Talk on Women and segregation of the sexes
المرأه و الاختلاط .. قضيه و حلول
Speakers: Lulua Al-Qatami & Al-Anoud Al-Sharekh
يحاضر فيها كل من أ.لولوه القطامي و د.العنود الشارخ
Date: Tuesday, May 29, 2007
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Place:
Women Cultural & Social Societyً
Khaldiya Block 1 House 1 Al Fordos Street
Kuwait
Date: May 29, 2007
Time: 7 pm
Place: Graduate Society/ Bneid Al-Garr
All invited.
Event:
Short Film: TOKAI (street cleaner)
Synopsis: A glimpse into the lives of Street Cleaners in Kuwait.
TOKAI (street cleaner) is a short documentary that
offers a glimpse into the lives of thousands of
street cleaners who sweep the streets of oil rich
Kuwait . In a country of abundance and wealth, these
men earn menial salaries, as low as $50 a month and
eventually regress into the forgotten inhabitants of
the Middle East .FROM: tokai-street-cleaner
Infromation from Deera Chat
Film: The Syrian Bride
Place
Lothan House / Bait Lothan
Gulf Road, near Marina Mall
Salmiya
Time :
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Synopsis
This week, Cinemagic will be screening director Erin Riklis’ “The Syrian
Bride”, set in the windy hills along the Israeli and Syrian border.
Leaving her village in the Golan Heights, Mona will cross the border
to marry the arranged Syrian fiancée she has never met, as is
dictated by Druze custom. Even with the pending celebrations, this
may be the saddest day in Mona’s life, as once she crosses through to
the other side she may never see her family again.
In this Middle Eastern family drama, the hard politics of the region
fall away to reveal a personal and intimate account of the rituals of
marriage, family and community. Told with humor, compassion and rare
insight into the plight of women living in this region, “The Syrian
Bride” is about physical and emotional borders and the will to cross
them.
I think I’ve seen that movie.
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Any good?
Jewaira
Quite good if i remember correctly. Don’t think I watched the whole movie, it was more towards the middle when I started watching it.
I see on the 15th you had a puppet show outside the science centre, I would love to have watched that and seen how different the ethics and morality of it would be to a classic English one like Punch and Judy, did you go watch it J? what was it about? what was the moral of it? who were the main characters? you didn’t watch it did you?…….
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No I did not go ….and I am wondering about the timings..seems quite late at night for a puppet show. BTW I list stuff here on events that I see here and there and think I may want to go and see….but don’t always get around to going
Jewaira
ooooh so this is where i find events you would go to, still email is better.
EVENT: Piano recital by Roberto Buffo
Impresiones de Espana y Argentina
Date: June 9
Time: 6 pm
Place: Maidan Cultural Centre; Abdulla Al-Salem School
Sponsored: Dar AL-Athar Al-Islamiyyah (DAI)
More information: 5636528
NOTE*
DAI Music Circle has been formed as a more informal musical diwaniya that exists to cater for local musical talent and music lovers to network and showcase their art. For more information or to be included on the Music Circle mailing list email Harvey Pincis, DMC Secretary at ahpincis@gmail.com
(Information from Kuwait Times / What’s On In Kuwait)
The French Embassy in Kuwait invites all to the concert of Raphael Vuillard (Clarinet) and Khaled Al-Jaramani (Oud) that will be held on the occasion of the National week of music organized by the National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters.
Date: Sunday June 10th
Time: 8 pm
Place: Abul-Aziz Hussein Cultural Centre/ Mishref, Kuwait
(From Kuwait Times)
FROM : Deera Chat
Spanish guitar night
Where
Hangout Lounge
Galleria 2000, mezanine floor
Salmyia
When
Thursday, June 7, 2007
7:00 PM
ABOUT:
Thursday will be Spanish guitar night performed by 4 distinguished amigos. The band is called “The Amigos”. We hope to see there and minimum charge is 4 KD per person, try not to miss out on this once a month event, we hope you enjoy it.
+965-5755588
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Note: I heard two members of the Amigos singing on Marina Diwaniyyah show; sounded good.
Event: 10th International Musical Festival
Performers: فرقة معان الأردنية للفنون الشعبية Ma’an Jordanian traditional song and dance troupe
Date: Monday June 111, 2007
Time: 8 pm
Place: Abul-Aziz Hussein Cultural Centre/ Mishref, Kuwait
http://thestallion.net/2007/06/16/frenchsyrian-concert/#comments
first time in here! thanks!
Hi Flamingoliya
It’s like a notebook
Jewaira
يقيم المنبر الديمقراطي الكويتي ندوة
((قانون العمل المراه ))
و سيحاضر فيها الدكتوره بدريه العوضي والدكتوره ابتهال الطاهر واخرين
وذلك في يوم الاحد الموافق 1-7-2007 الساعه 8 مساء
في مقر المنبر الديمقراطي (ديوان النيباري) الضاحيه ق 4 - شارع سيد علي سيد سليمان -جادة48 -منزل4
والدعوه عامه
From : مــيدان قـلـمي
Exhibition:
Farid Abdal
Architect ; Lecturer Kuwait University
Exhibition of calligraphy in ink and watercolours
Venue: Dar Al Funoon; Behbehani Compound, Al-Watiyah
Dates: 24/9/2007 — 11/10/2007
Time: 11-1 pm ; 7:30 - 10:30 pm
tel 243-3138
Thank’s for this.Tell’s me more about Kuwait than al the Chitt-Chatt ;)before.
…sincerely excuse,be better boy next time…
how about the results of the saudi driving right petition to king Abdallah?
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I have heard nothing yet. As far as I know, it is part of an ongoing campaign pressing for change
Perhaps filtering in these ideas through TV shows is also a way to make them more acceptable (Laughs, Lectures, and Reflection - It’s Ramadan)
Jewaira
Japan Korea Movie Week 2007
Dates & Films:
Nov 19 Monday Welcome to Dongmakgol (Korea)
Nov 20 Tuesday Tombstone for Fireflies (Japan)
Nov 21 Wednesday The Host (Korea)
Nov 22 Thursday Swing Girls (Japan)
6 - 8:30 pm
Kuwait University Campus ; Khaldiyah
Convention Hall (119)
In cooperation between the Embassies of Japan and Korea and Kuwait University.
Maidan Cultural Centre
on Monday evenings
Schedule here at Q8DAVINCI
جدول أنشطة مهرجان القرين الثقافي الرابع عشر
25/11 – 12/12
14th Qurain Cultural festival
J how do you find time to do so much?
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I don’t do all of this hehe
I just note it here and share info with others
Jewaira
What’s coming up, Lady J?
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Will update soon
Jewaira
Venue: Kuwait Women’s Cultural & Social Society
Location: Khaldiya
Date: Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Time: 6-8 pm
Rally against enforced segregation at private universities and educational institutions
Update:
http://thestallion.net/2008/02/13/anti-segregation-rally/
Wow I never noticed this before. It’s excellent.
Thanks for the linking
الموضوع: محاضرة «التعليم المشترك حق دستوري.. رؤية قانونية».
المكان: رابطة الأدباء ــ العديلية.
الوقت: الساعة 7،00 مساء.
المحاضر: د. سعاد الطراروة
تقديم: عقيل يوسف عيدان
20/2/2008
@ AWARE
Feb 21: Guest Speaker: Dr. Lisa Urkevich, Musicologist
Heritage Blending: Cultural Roots of Kuwaiti Traditional Music
Traditional Kuwaiti music is closely tied to its original environmental setting, whether it be that of the desert, sea, or city. Thus, Kuwaiti desert music manifest Najdi roots of central Arabia, sea songs merge a mixture of traditions from Arabian, Indian, and African lands, and urban music maintains the high-art character of active city centers. This presentations discusses the three traditional music categories of Kuwait–desert, sea, and urban–with a look back at cultural roots and the evolution of a truly “Kuwaiti” style. It will also include audio samples of these various styles. So come and enjoy the flavorful sounds of Kuwaits rich musical heritage.
By: Dr. Lisa Urkevich
Time: 7pm
Artizana @ LOYAC
16-18th March ” Bayt Lothan Salmiya
الموعد
16 أبريل, 18:30 – 21:00
المكان
قرطبة قطعة 1 شارع 1 منزل 49
الوصف
لقاء مفتوح مع خالد الخالد و د. أسيل العوضي
يوم الأربعاء الموافق 16 أبريل
من الساعة 6:30 إلى 9 مساء
سيتسنى للمرشحين مقابلتكم و الإجابة بشكل مباشر على استفساراتكم
العنوان قرطبة قطعة 1 شارع 1 منزل
49 للإستفسار 9365480
Source
http://voteforkuwait.com/
2008 jazz festival
http://www.gulfjazzfest.com/prgmk.htm
From Hanan’s blog
The English Department feels a duty to display all the budding talents of its students. The works of our poets, playwrights, artists and researchers all culminate in the annual English Day, and everyone is invited to share our success!
Join us …
April 30th @ 12:30 pm
Otaibi Building, Kaifan
May 1st @ 4:00 pm
Othman Abdulmalek Theatre, Shuwaikh
Flier
13th Formative Arts Institute Exhibition
Abdulaziz Hussain Cultural Center - Mishref
7:00 pm
Source
date: Monday 28th April 2008
time: 8 pm
Place: Hateen / Damascus Street/ near Al-Jea’an Wedding Hall
Event:
Opening of campaign headquarters for National Democratic Alliance candidates:
Aseel Al-Awadhi
Faisal Al-Shaya
Khaled Al-Khaled
Kuwaiti bloggers ( kila ma6goog & AlTareq) in interview tonight on Ommah 2008 program on Al-Rai TV 10:30 pm
الموضوع: المدوّنات والمنتديات الالكترونية في الانتخابات
سؤال الحلقة: هل تؤثر المدونات والمنتديات الالكترونية في قرارك الإنتخابي؟
Do blogs and Internet forums influence your voting decision?
1)
1st Turkish Products Exhibition
When
May 4 – 7 2008
Where
Kuwait International Fair grounds, Mishrif
Description Hall 4A
Source: Deera-Chat
2)
Art exhibition May 4 - May 6
Museum of Modern Art
Sharq, Al `Asimah ; Gulf Road
+965 2433613
Kuwaiti Artists: Maha Al-Mansour, Alaa Al-Haddad, and Deema Al-Quraini
Link
3) TONIGHT
Sunday May 4th
Al-Babtain Central Library welcomes you to enjoy an evening of Chamber Music performed by the Czech ensemble Kapralova Quartet on Sunday May 4th at 7pm
Source:
Al-Babtain Central Library for Arabic Poetry
Tel: 2474011 - 2474010
Embassy of Japan and Center for Community Service and Continuing Education will hold
the Second Japanese Language Speech Contest
on May 7, 2008
from 19:00
at Memorial Hall #119 in Khalidiya Campus, Kuwait University.
SOURCE
Update:
It is best to call the centre before attending…especially during these days of mourning. There will definitely be changes to schedule (14/5/0
AWARE Activities
WHERE
VILLA 84, SURRA STREET, BLOCK 3, SURRA, KUWAIT
Tel: 5335280 - Fax : 5335230
e-mail : info@aware.com.kw
May 07: Cultural Nights- “Social Norms in Kuwait” by Hassan Taha
Relations between individuals in Kuwait and elsewhere can be more harmonious if we take the initiative to learn about the culture. In Kuwait, neither friendship nor business can be rushed. Remember every person is an ambassador of his race, country, culture, religion, and family. The “dos” and “don’ts” that we will discuss witll help you learn how to deal with Kuwaitis as well as spare you some culture shock or embarrassing situations.
By: Hassan Taha
Time: 7pm
May 08: Guest Speaker - A special model for Muslim women in a modern society
“A special model for Muslim women in a modern society” by Ms. Zainab Al-Suwaij, Executive Director of the American International Congress. An outspoken advocate for womens equality and interfaith understanding, Zainab has published editorials in the three largest American newspapers: The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today. She has appeared on NPR, BBC, Al-Jazeera, CBS, ABC, MSNBC, CNN, and Fox. Over the past several years, Zainab has directed AICs womens empowerment programs in southern Iraq, leading a grassroots team that operates without international security. She has testified to Congress, lectured at Harvard, and participated in interfaith events around the world. Named an “Ambassador of Peace” by the Interreligious and International Peace Council, Zainab has received Dialogue on Diversitys Liberty Award and was recognized as “2006 International Person of the Year” by the National Liberty Museum.
By: Ms. Zainab Al-Suwaij
Time: 7pm
May 10:Guided tour of The Grand Mosque
The Grand Mosque is considered to be an important landmark of Kuwait. This tour will begin with all interested individuals meeting at the Grand Mosque at 9:30am. Please note, women are kindly requested to wear long and loose fitting clothing and may take a scarf for covering the hair or otherwise will be provided one by the Grand Mosque.
May 11:Guided tour of The Arab Organization Headquarters
Building which is home to four major Arab organizations; the Arab Fund for Social and Economic Development, the Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries, the Inter-Arab Investment Guarantee Corporation and the Arab Maritime Petroleum Transport Company. This is a marvel of innovative architecture with modern architectural technology and traditional artisan craftsmanship from Tunisia, Syria, Morocco, Egypt and Kuwait. Our tour guide is an engineer who himself was involved in the architectural framework.
Time: 6pm
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May 13:Diwaniya - Transparency in Kuwait
Transparency in Kuwait” by Dr. Faisal Al-Fahad - heading a committee that focuses on implementing the U.N. Convention against Corruption, Dr. Faisal presents his team’s role in identifying/developing a strategic plan for the implementation of the Convention against corruption. He also is a member of the Higher Committee on Election Monitoring, which issues a weekly report on the way elections are conducted in Kuwait. He will speak with authority on how elections are held and monitored in Kuwait & the seriousness of the Kuwaiti government’s fight against corruption.
By: Dr. Faisal Al-Fahad
Time: 7pm
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May 14: Cultural Nights - “Cultural Clothing”
As part of the Cultural Awareness course conducted by the AWARE Center, the Center cordially invites you to a presentation on Cultural Clothing on Wednesday, May 14. Are curious as to why Kuwaiti men wear white and women wear black here in Kuwait? Would you like to know the difference between the region’s cultural and religious clothing? Then come along to hear our answers to all these questions and more….. by attending this weeks “Cultural Clothing” talk. Have you missed our other sessions? No problem, come along anyway as each session is independent.
By: Iman Martin
Time: 7pm
May 15 : Guest Speaker - The Ancient Art of Persian rug Making
“The Ancient Art of Persian rug Making” by Nazi Al-Dashti. Although carpet production is now mostly mechanized, traditional hand woven carpets are still widely found around the world. Nazi will explain in detail how rugs are made and what to look for in the artistic patterns when purchasing. She will share valuable information on wool, cotton and silk carpets. A variety of carpets will be on display and available for purchase.
By: Nazi Al-Dashti
Time: 7pm
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