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KUWAIT, Feb 19 (KUNA) - Kuwait participates in Arts of the Arab World
(ARABESQUE) festival organized by the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C from
February 23rd through March 15th.
"This is the first time that Kuwait participates in such a cultural
festival along with other governmental and non-governmental organizations from
the Arab world abroad" Director-General of Foreign Media Abdullah Al-Khaldi
told KUNA.
He said that every Arab country will present to the American society its
cultural, artistic work, and craftsmanship in an attempt to give visitors an
insight into Arab cultures and traditions.
Al-Khaldi added that Kuwait's contribution in the festival include an
adapted play "Richard III -an Arab Tragedy", and Kuwaiti calligraphic work
will be displayed through the costumes used in the play done by Kuwaiti
architect Fareed Abdal.
Kuwait will participate in ARABESQUE Arab Bridal Exhibition where
traditional wedding gowns, and bridal jewelry from Arab countries will be
displayed. (end)
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