Abu Dhabi (Urdu Point / Pakistan Point News / WAM – 07 April 2026) National Pavilion United Arab Emirates She announced that she will present her exhibition “Washwasha” from Ninth maybe Until 22 November 2026, as part of the 61st International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale.
The exhibition is curated by Bana Kattan, curator and associate head of exhibitions at the Guggenheim Museum Abu Dhabi The project is co-curated by Tala Nassar.
“Washousha” brings together the works of six artists: Alaa Idris, Mays Al-Beik, Jawad Al-Malhi, joy Al Qasimi, Lamia Gargash, and Tawoos Makhacheva. Their works explore the world’s contemporary soundscapes United Arab Emirates Their ability to preserve traces of memory, reflect rapid transformations, and capture movement, migration and deep-rooted connections to the land.
The title “Washwasha” is a transliteration of Arab The word “whisper” serves as a starting point for exploring the movement’s themes. technology, Oral History, and the relationship between language, body and identity. These themes reflect the lived realities of many who shape and are shaped by United Arab EmiratesCultural landscape.
Voice has served as a platform for collective self-expression, from Oral Storytelling and hair Circuits for locally driven broadcast efforts. Washwasha places contemporary artistic practices within this extended continuum of transmission and transmission exchange.
Show these stories United Arab Emirates Not as a fixed cultural form, but as a space shaped by mobility, communication and multi-layered modes of listening across land and sea. By contrasting early collective audio practices with contemporary technology-driven listening cultures, the exhibition reflects how the world’s infrastructure is transforming. United Arab Emirates – Architectural, technological and social – have changed the way societies hear and hear.
Alongside the exhibition, the pavilion will publish a volume of essays and talks exploring sound from Historical, personal and theoretical perspectives.
National Pavilion United Arab Emirates Continues to engage local communities to support the growth of cultural and creative industries through public programs and specialized professional opportunities.
Sheikh Salem Bin Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of Culture, said: “The National Pavilion since its inception United Arab Emirates It served as a platform to nurture and showcase the country’s creative talent on the global stage of the Venice Biennale.
The winger continues to strengthen his central role within United Arab EmiratesThe cultural ecosystem and enhancing its presence locally. We remain committed to supporting this vital platform, which highlights… United Arab EmiratesA contribution to the global conversation about art, design and architecture.”
Angela Magley, Executive Director of safety The Bint Hamdan Al Nahyan Foundation said: “The National Pavilion United Arab Emirates It continues its commitment to supporting artistic research that reflects the diversity and complexity of our contemporary reality. This project brings together research, practice and public dialogue, creating a space for reflection, exchangeand new perspectives. We are honored to participate in Arte Biennale 2026 with an exhibition that contributes meaningfully to the global discourse while maintaining its deep roots in its cultural context.”
Bana Kattan, curator of the exhibition, said: “Washousha is an artist-led exhibition, where each participant offers a distinctive and valuable perspective on their topics. It is a great honor to collaborate with this group of artists, who are an integral part of the exhibition.” United Arab EmiratesThe artistic scene and with the National Pavilion United Arab Emirates On this occasion. The research resulting from the exhibition, which is explored further in the accompanying publication, offers diverse perspectives on the fleeting and elusive nature of intangible history.
Laila Ben Brik, Director of the National Pavilion United Arab Emirates – The Venice Biennale said: “The National Pavilion United Arab Emirates Remain committed to sharing and celebrating United Arab EmiratesRich intangible heritage through contemporary artistic expression. This group exhibition brings together artists from Different generations, reflecting depth and continuity United Arab EmiratesCultural fabric. This edition also demonstrates the impact of sustainable investment in technical development and collaboration.
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