Newsletter 37rd issue – May 2015

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I s s u e
30 April - 2 May 2014
Asean Festival
21 - 23 May
www.katara.net
22 May 2014
Battle of
Westerplatte
May
2015
24 May 2014
"Best Maqid"
Competition
El Meyna Competition
Inside Katara
01
Arts & Entertainment
Building
Galleries
Theaters & Concerts
Building
16
12
Multi-Purpose
Hall
Katara Beach
Building
Drama Theater
16
Building
32
Opera House
Amphitheater
Index
02
May Highlights
14
08
Past Events
15Calendar
16Map
12Societies
Beach
13Dining
About us
The Cultural Village Foundation is an exceptional project of hope for human interaction through
art and cultural exchange – a project made possible thanks to the inspired vision, solid faith and
wise leadership of HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the state of Qatar following
the footsteps of HH Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani the Father Emir.
Keeping pace with the emerging global culture that emphasizes the importance of diversity in human development,
Katara Cultural Village is the largest and the most multidimensional cultural project of Qatar. It is a place where people
come together to experience the cultures of the world. With beautiful theatres, concert halls, exhibition galleries and
cutting-edge facilities, Katara aims to become a world leader for multi-cultural activities.
In line with the goals set forward by the Qatar National Vision 2030, Katara serves as a guardian to the heritage and
traditions of Qatar and endeavors to spread awareness about the importance of every culture and civilization and as such,
Katara hosts international, regional and local festivals, workshops, performances and exhibitions.
Strategic Partner
This Month
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Festival
03
Performances
03
Film
02
Competition
01
Exhibitions
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Education
May Highlights
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03
30 April - 2 May 2015
2,9,16,30 May 2015
7:00 pm
Esplanade
2:00 - 7:00 pm
katara Art Studios, Building 19
"Asean" Festival
Cultural Village Foundation-Katara organized the three
days ASEAN festival, that launched with the participation
of the 7 Asian Countries of; Indonesia, Philippine, Thailand,
Malaysia , Brunei, Vietnam and Singapore .
The festival comprised a number of pavilions that display
the handicraft and work crafts. Spacious pavilions were
also allocated to provide Asian delicious spicy Cuisines and
had grabbed a significant turnout of visitors from different
nationalities who were afforded a glimpse about how to
make the most popular recipes.
The festival Pavilions have attracted wide range of female
visitors who were dazzled by the displayed traditional
Indonesian bright colorful and elegant attires.
During
the festival, visitors had the opportunity to proceed to the
information pavilion and get a glimpse on their favorite
touristy destination to the ASEAN countries in order to
enjoy enchanting beauty of nature and genuine customs
and traditions of the ASEAN countries.
2 - 14 May 2015
"The National Treasure" &
"Children are our future"
Exhibitions
"Origami Family" Workshop
2 May 2015 Workshop: Animal Origami
9 May 2915 Workshop: Origami Toys
16 May 2015 Workshop: Sea Creatures
23 May 2015 Workshop: Flower Origami
30 May 2015 Workshop: Origami Fashion
workshop Price : 100 QR
Register Please send your name and phone number
by e-mail to :
education@katara.net
Call our Katara Education Team on :
Tel: 44080233 _44081357
4 May 2015
From Local to Universal
7:30 pm
Katara Opera House, Building 16
The Cultural village foundation - Katara presents the
Borusan Quartet and Ozgur Mert Esen on Piano as they
take you in a journey exploring music from Local to
Universal. Considered as one of the important interpreters
among the new generation of Turkish pianists Ozgur
Mert Esen, graduated from renowned St. Petersburg State
Conservatory with distinction. Esen is the prizewinner of
several National and International Piano Competitions and
performs in globally acclaimed venues and festivals.
10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Building 19
The Cultural Village Foundation - Katara, in collaboration
with the Ukraine embassy in Doha, has inaugurated ‘The
National Treasure’ exhibition by Ukrainian artist Andrey
Chornovil, and the ‘Children are our future’, exhibition
presented by Kiev Palace of Children and youth. In this
respect, Ukrainian artist Andrey Chornovil, said that
the idea of launching the exhibition was first emerged
when he visited Qatar for the first time where he found a
unique atmosphere of life. Through the exhibition, Andrey
Chornovil reflected his feeling through the embodiment of
man to mankind, nature and common values, in order to
achieve the cultural and artistic development.
6 May 2015
A musical journey through
Europe
7:00 pm
Katara Drama Theater, Building 16
The Cultural Village Foundation - Katara and the Embassy
of the Republic of Poland presents A musical journey
through Europe on May 06,2015 in the Drama Theater
Celebrate Europ Day with us in Doha. Europe Day held on
9 May every year celebrates peace and unity in Europe.
The date marks the anniversary of the historical 'Schuman
declaration'. At a speech in Paris in 1950, Robert Schuman,
the then French Foreign Minister, set out his idea for a new
form of political cooperation in Europe, which would make
war between Europe’s nations unthinkable.
May Highlights
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05
8,15,22,29 May 2015
"Islamic Geometry" Workshop
by: Aziza Iqbal
4:00 - 6:00 pm
katara Art Studio, Building 19
A practical introduction to the language of symmetry in
Islamic geometric patterns. Participants will construct
classical patterns using traditional drafting techniques of
compasses and ruler. A new pattern will be done weekly,
so participants are invited to attend multiple sessions.
Suitable for all levels; new students interested in exploring
the beauty of Islamic patterns as well as students with past
experience wishing to practice their skills. Materials will be
provided.
workshop Price : 150 QR
10 May 2015
"Fortress of war" Film
7:30 pm
Katara Drama Theater, Building 16
Movie Brief: A 2010 Russian movie based on true story
during the world war two in June 1941 when the Nazis
invade the Soviet Union; the Russian troops were forced
to struggle together with civilians for 9 days in bloody war
against the attackers. The story tells through 15-year old
boy Sasha Akimov perspective and his struggle during this
futile war. Fortress Of War is certainly one of the best war
drama movies ever made
Directed by Aleksandr Kott
Cast: Pavel Derevyanko, Aleksandr Korshunov, Aleksey
Kopashov
21 - 22 May 2015
writing and drawing about art
in a handmade Art-book
by: Elizabeth Thanklice
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
katara Art Studios, Building 19
writing and drawing about art in a handmade Art-book
2 workshop :
The first workshop : 12 - 18 years
QR200 / 21 May15 The time : 4 - 7 pm
The second workshop : 4 - 11 years
QR150 / 22 May15 The time : 4 - 6 pm
To Register Please send your name and phone number by e-mail
to :education@katara.net
or Call our Katara Education Team on :
Tel: 44080233 _44081357
21 - 23 May 2015
"El Meyna" Competition
katara beach
Embodying its purposes to revive the legacy of our
ancestors, Katara - the Cultural Village is all set to host El
Meyna (Seaport) competition, a diving contest for Qatari
nationals, for the second time for youngsters aged between
10 and 14 years on condition to pass the as swimming,
diving and health tests.
The event will start on Thursday 21 May 2015 , as the
Dhows will leave Katara Beach at 4 pm and head towards
Bari Al Mafras (AlOsairi) Doha inlet. The trip will continue
until 23 May then the closure ceremony will be celebrated
at 4 pm on Katara beach.
The main purpose of El Mayna is to get the youths used to
the sea by diving and getting the pearls. The competition
is also aimed at enlightening the youngsters about how
their forefathers lived, as the participants will experience
life in a dhow, They will fish, clean the fish and cook it in
the traditional manner.
May Highlights
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21 May 2015
Eduardo Tami´s trio, Tango &
Folklore music and dance
7:00 pm
Katara Drama Theater, Building 16
On the occasion of the week of National Festivities of
Argentina, the Cultural Village Foundation –Katara- and the
Embassy of Argentine Republic are hosting Eduardo Tami´s
trio on May 21st, 2015, in the Drama Theater at Building 16,
at 19:00 h.
This instrumental trio (a flutist, a guitarist and pianist)
will play traditional and modern tango, “milongas”, waltz,
“candombe”, “chacarera”, “zamba”, and other Argentine
musical compositions.
22 May 2015
"Outside the Law" Film
7:30 pm
Katara Drama Theater, Building 16
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29 - 31 May 2015
Boxe Making Art
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
katara Art Studios, Building 19
Learn how to make boxes with different sizes and shapes
Number of participating females: Only 8 applicants
Females above 16 years Old
Females Only
Fees: QR. 400
For registration:
education@katara.net
or Call our Katara Education Team on :
Tel: 44080233 _44081357
31 May 2015
"Secret of Westerplatte" Film
7:30 pm
Katara Drama Theater, Building 16
Outside the Law (French: Hors-la-loi, is a 2010 drama film
directed by Rachid Bouchareb, starring Jamel Debbouze,
Roschdy Zem and Sami Bouajila. The story takes place
between 1945 and 1962, and focuses on the lives of three
Algerian brothers in France, set against the backdrop of the
Algerian independence movement and the Algerian War. It
is a stand-alone follow-up to Bouchareb's 2006 film Days
of Glory, which was set during World War II. Outside the
Law was a French majority production with co-producers
in Algeria, Tunisia and Belgium.
the 2010 Cannes Film Festival
Director: Pawel Chochlew
Starring: Michal Zebrowski, Jan Englert, Andrzej Grabowski,
Piotr Adamczyk
Music: Jan A.P. Kaczmarek
Movie Brief: This harrowing Polish film is an epic
dramatization of the first battle of World War II. The Battle
of Westerplatte that began on 1 September 1939 will forever
be remembered as the one that announced the beginning
of the Second World War in Europe. Over one week, fewer
than 200 Polish soldiers fought under heavy bombardment
against the supreme might of the German army and in the
process came to symbolize the power of resistance. Pawel
Chochlew’s new film is a dramatic depiction of the horrific
struggle and also the moral crises faced by those involved..
24 May 2015
31 May - 4 June 2015
"Best Maqid" Competition
Al-Gannas Qatari Society
Al-Gannas Qatari Society is set to organize “Best Maqid”
Competition to evaluate and assess the best farming and
growing environment of Falcons. registration commences
on 19th April 2015. The committee will make two
inspection tours.
Followed by tow round of inspection:
First round 24th May
Second round 24 August
The molting season is the period which the falcon needs
to finish its molting.
In captivity, the falcon needs to live during this period as
close as possible to that when was living in the wild, with
respect to the place, environment and feed.
Revisiting the Nakkashane
Manuscript Illumination
9:30 am - 1:30 pm
katara Art Studios, Building 19
This is a foundation course, which introduces participants
to the techniques of Manuscript Illumination. Students
can expect to explore the historical developments
of the Nakkashane Ottoman Atelier and the works it
produced with multimedia presentations. Practical work
will include the development of an art journal that will
record participants experience with a variety of traditional
methods of drawing, painting and design.
workshop Fee : 1600 QR
5 chair only
Register Please send your name and phone number by
e-mail to :education@katara.net
or Call our Katara Education Team on :
Tel: 44080233 _44080235
Past Events
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09
22 - 25 April 2015
Senyar Championship
Katara Beach
In a bid to revive the ancient marine heritage and pay tribute to
ancestors, the Cultural Village Foundation-Katara, launched Senyar
Championship, for the fourth consecutive year. The championship
for this year comprised three competitions of pearl diving and fishing
(Lafah and Haddaq). Senyar fourth Championship registration has
witnessed a record turnout of applicants.
It is noteworthy that the competitions’ winners grabed awards for
the largest amount of fishing for both (Lafah and Haddaq), besides
the award for fishing the largest fish in terms of weight and the
largest amount of oyster.
As part of its efforts to elevate this championship, the organizing
committee had introduced new terms and conditions according
to which, new team member from GCC countries can be included
in the team.
According to the new regulations, a child, aged under ten years,
could be affiliated to the team under the condition of being
accompanied with his guardian, while his fishing amount would
be included in the total. Also, a non- Qatari captain can be replaced
by a national captain, and the number of the team would be up to
11. Unlike non-Qatari, the captain, will be permitted to take part at
fishing competition.
Past Events
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Islamic Geometry Workshop
by Aziza Iqbal
18 April 2015
Ya Naseem Al Reeh with
Marcel Khalifé
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Katara Art Studios, Building 19
7:30 p.m
Katara Opera House, Building 16
A practical introduction to the language of symmetry
in Islamic geometric patterns. Participants constructed
classical patterns using traditional drafting techniques of
compasses and ruler. A new pattern was conducted weekly,
so participants were invited to attend multiple sessions.
Suitable for all levels; new students interested in exploring
the beauty of Islamic patterns as well as students with past
experience wishing to practice their skills. Materials were
provided.
Michalis Economou, conductor
Abeer Nehme, soprano
Rami Khalifé, piano
Marcel Khalifé, oud and vocals
Program
Rami Khalifé: Musical Prelude
Marcel Khalifé: Ghanni Kalilan Ya Asafir
Marcel Khalifé: Mezmar
Marcel Khalifé: Ya Naseem el Reeh
Marcel Khalifé: Asfoura
Marcel Khalifé: Khabienni ata Al Qamar
Marcel Khalifé: Oud solo
Marcel Khalifé: Ya Bahriyyeh
10 - 24 April 2015
Singer Abeer Nehme and pianist Rami Khalifé join
the artist Marcel Khalifé for an evening of songs and
of music. Maestro Michalis Economou conducts the
concert.
11 April 2015
Schumann’s Rhenish Symphony
25 April 2015
Tetzlaff Plays Brahms
7:30 p.m
Katara Opera House, Building 16
7:30 p.m
Katara Opera House, Building 16
Fawzi Haimor, conductor
Tetzlaff Plays Brahms
Dmitrij Kitajenko, conductor
Christian Tetzlaff, violin
Program
Richard Strauss: Don Juan, TrV 15b, Op. 20
Julien Labro: Apricity, Concerto for Accordion and
Orchestra
Program
Johannes Brahms: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77
Robert Schumann: Rhenish Symphony No. 3 in E Flat
Major, Op. 97
Johannes Brahms:
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98
Explore Don Juan’s life in Richard Strauss’ eponym
tone poem with its vivid orchestration and intense
lyricism, listen to Apricity, a new accordion concerto
by French composer Julien Labro and dream
the Rhine with Schumann’s Third Symphony, all
conducted by Jordanian conductor Fawzi Haimor.
A concert dedicated to Brahms‘ music: His violin
concerto in D Major will be performed by violinist
Christian Tetzlaff, followed by Brahms‘ Symphony No.
4. The concert will be conducted by Maestro Dmitrij
Kitajenko.
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Building 16
Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra
Tel.
: +974 4454 8158
Working Hours: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra was founded by Her Highness
Sheikha Mozah Bint Nasser Al-Missned in 2007. Qatar Philharmonic
collaborates with prominent conductors and soloists to perform
and promote Western and Arabic classical compositions in order
to inspire the children and adults of Qatar and the Arab world. The
orchestra has worked with international renowned conductors
such as Lorin Maazel, Dmitri Kitajenko, Gerd Albrecht, Marc
Minkowski and James Gaffigan.
Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra (QPO) is a young, dynamic
orchestra created to enhance community and culture in Qatar
and in the region. QPO merges Eastern and Western music and
features 101 musicians from 30 nations.
Led by Maestro Lorin Maazel, QPO performs the works of different
composers including Ludwig van Beethoven, Maurice Ravel and
QPO’s own resident composer, Marcel Khalifa, who has created
two specially-commissioned pieces - Arabian Concerto and
Salute. Opening in grand style with an Inaugural Gala Concert
at the Qatar National Theater in Doha, the orchestra has drawn
international acclaim, performing in Washington DC, Paris and
Italy. In a drive to promote a greater understanding of classical
Eastern and Western music, QPO has developed an ongoing
program of school concerts.
In 2009, three concerts under the theme Music is Magic were sold
out and more concerts are yet to come.
Dining
Sukar Pasha Ottoman Lounge
Succulent spit-roasted whole lamb
charcoal spit-roasted lamb served with aromatic traditional
Machbous rice for QR115 per serving.
Chac’Late
Chac’Late Organic Egg Breakfast
Chac’Late breakfast menu with organic egg breakfast, served fresh
and healthy at QR 48. Available after Ramadan from 8am-11am, daily.
Red Velvet Cupcakery
A Party Celebration at Red Velvet is Fun!
Celebrate your children’s birthday party at 60 QR per child with our
birthday party package.
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Enjoy Katara’s finest
restaurants with
a wide range of
mouth-watering
recipes
Chac’late
Building.:15, Tel: +974 4408 0733
Khan Farouk, Egyptian Restaurant
Building.:7, Tel: +974 4408 0840 - 0844
L’wzaar Seafood Market
L’wzaar Chefs Recommends.
Our Special Main Course might be your choice. Visit L’wzaar and
relish L’wzaar’s recommendation of the day.
Sukar Pasha, Ottoman Lounge
Building.:31, Tel: +974 4408 2000
Red Velvet Cupcakery
Building.:24, Tel: +974 4408 0700
Shawarma Albisana
Chicken or Beef Shawarma
Enjoy your favorite chicken or beef sharwarma with a cold soft drink
for only QR15
Saffron Lounge, Indian Cuisine
Building.:26, Tel: +974 4408 0808 - 1234
Mamig, Armenian Lebanese Restaurant
Building.:02, Tel: +974 4408 0800
Kunafa Albisana
Homemade soft Kunafa made with Nabulsi cheese imported from
Jordan. Available for dine-in and take-away.
Childhood
Cultural Center
Tel.: +974 4408 1535
Building. 30
Arab Postal Stamp
Museum
Tel.: +974 4409 1077
Building. 22A
Brooq Magazine
Tel.: +974 4408 1181
Building. 22B
Bedaya Center
Tel.: 974-4408-0268
Building. 30
Aesh El Saraya
A bread pudding recipe with deep flavors of caramelized sugar and
hints of rose water with a dash of cinnamon.
Chapati & Karak Café
Building.:23, Tel: +974 4408 1408
L’wzaar Seafood Market
Building.:27, Tel: +974 4408 0710 - 0711
La Gelateria Fina
Building.:36A1, Tel: +974 4408 0777
le Vesuvio
Building.:20, Tel: +974 4408 1500
Qatar Fine Arts
Society
Tel.: +974 4408 1471
Building. 13
Visual Art Center
Tel.: +974 4408 1388
Building. 19
Qatar
Photographic
Society
Tel.: +974 4408 1812
Building. 18
Al Gannas
Association
Siwar – Choral
(Al Jazeera Children)
Tel.: +974 4408 1369
Building. 33
Tel.: +974 4412 8258
Building. 18
Sout Al Khaleej
Poet Majles
Tel.: +974 4408 0314
Building. 11
Forum of Arabic
and International
Relations
Tel.: +974 4408 0455
Building. 28
Tel.: +974 4408 0456
Building. 28
Qatar
Philharmonic
Orchestra
Tel.: +974 44548158
Building. 16
Qatar Museums
Authority
Tel.: +974 4408 1255 / 59
Building. 10
Doha Film Institute
Tel.: +974 4420 0505
Building. 25 and 21
Sidra Convenience Store
Building.:29, Tel: +974 4408 0740
U'sha Frshka
Beachfront A
Shawarma Albisana
Beachfront A, Tel: +974 4408 1400
Kunafa Albisana
Beachfront A, Tel: +974 4408 1200
Beach
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Calendar
15
30 April - 2 May 2015
2 - 14 May 2015
2.9.16.30 May 2015
4 May 2015
"Asean" Festival
"The National
Treasure"
"Origami Family"
WORKSHOP
From Local to
Universal
6:00 - 10:00 pm
Katara Beach
10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Katara Beach
2:00 - 7:00 pm
katara Art Studios,
Building 19
7:30 pm
Katara Opera House,
Building 16
6 May 2015
8,15,22,29 May 2015
10 May 2015
21 May 2015
A musical journey
through Europe
"Islamic Geometry"
Workshop
"Fortress of war"
Film
Writing and
drawing about art
in a handmade Artbook
7:00 pm
Katara Drama Theater,
Building 16
4:00 - 6:00 pm
katara Art Studio,
Building 19
7:30 pm
Katara Drama Theatre,
Building 16
4:00 - 6:00 pm
katara Art Studio,
Building 19
21 - 23 May 2015
21 May 2015
22 May 2015
24 May 2015
"El Meyna"
Copetition
Eduardo Tami´s trio,
Tango & Folklore
music and dance
"Outside the law"
Film
"Best Maqid"
Competition
Katara Beach
Administration
7:00 pm
Katara Drama Theater,
Building 16
7:30 pm
Katara Drama Theater,
Building 16
Al-Gannas Qatari
Society
29 - 31 May 2015
31 May 2015
31 May - 4 June 2015
"Box Making art"
Workshop
"Secret of
Westerplatte"
Film
Revisiting the
Nakkashane
Manuscript
Illumination
4:30 - 6:30 pm
katara Art Studios,
Building 19
7:30 pm
Katara Drama Theater,
Building 16
9:30 am - 1:30 pm
katara Art Studios,
Building 19
Exhibition
"Children are our
futur" Exhibition
Activities
Katara Beach
dazzles visitors
with amazing
events
May be one of those who do not prefer
to spend their holidays and vacations
on beaches, but be sure that once you
visit Katara beach, you will change your
opinion and will make it a permanent
destination during days off, it is the pearl
and the most beautiful of the Doha
beaches, as you will be attracted by the
color of its waters and picturesque and
golden sand, as well as diverse water
activities and marine games for all ages.
You can experience "kayak" which will
allow you to watch the stunning view
of the Katara coast, and also learn how
to surf through lessons, or hire a boat
paddle to enjoy over the clear blue
waters of the Gulf, in addition to many
other exciting entertainments.
Katara beach hosts any events or
festivals of companies or individuals
at the beach, we offer discounts to
schools, universities and groups.
For more information, please
contact:
Mohamed Saad
Boat Ride
Water Skiing
Wakeboarding
Knee Boarding
Fishing Trip
Parasailing
Banana Ride
Windsurfing
Hobie Cat
Sailing
Sea Pedal Boat
Kayak /Canoe
Beach Services
• The beach can be reserved by
individuals or companies for
any special occasion.
• The beach opens daily from
9:30 am until 5:30 pm.
• The family beach is now open
from 4 pm until 11 pm.
Tel: +974 4408 1985
Mobile: +974 7002 9360
Performences
Festival
Exhibitions
Film
Competitions
Education