Then there’s the nonprofit, government-associated Saudi Cinema Association, which is designed to promote and spread film culture throughout Saudi society. The Cinema Association is a longtime partner ...

The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) announced in a press release Monday its participation as an Exhibition Partner at the inaugural edition of Art Week Riyadh. This initiative of ...

Culture can be a powerful force in inspiring unity. It bridges differences, fosters mutual understanding, and transforms how we connect with one another. These connections are built through ...

RIYADH — The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) is participating in the inaugural edition of Riyadh Art Week, organized by the Visual Arts Commission. The event, which kicked off on ...

Ithra joined as the event’s strategic partner in 2014 ... “Saudi filmmakers bring a blend of authenticity rooted in our landscapes, culture and heritage,” festival vice president Mansour Al-Badran ...

Its striking forms rise 295 ft. from the desert, but this is no mirage. The new King Abdulaziz Center, also known as Ithra, is a cultural hub that reflects “the changes sweeping Saudi Arabia ...

People were simply feeling uninspired. Ithra, a cultural center like no other, was affected by social distancing, resulting in decreased visits and footfall. With the help of IPSOS, we were able to ...

Building a country’s entire film industry from the ground up is no easy task. But in just eight short years, Saudi Arabia – which only began having cinemas across the kingdom in 2018 – has ...