Sharjah Art Foundation opens two exhibitions and Music on the Barge
Upcoming varied artwork doesn't get more mesmerising than this.
Sharjah, UAE, November 5, 2025: Sharjah Art Foundation invites you to a special weekend of exhibitions and live music celebrating photography, history and performance across the Emirate of Sharjah.
Exhibition Openings (8 November 2025)
The Photography Gallery, Al Manakh | 4:00 PM
- Photographic Encounters along the Gulf Coasts
Permanent Display
A rare presentation of 165 photographs and archival materials from the collection of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, tracing the Gulf’s intertwined histories of trade, culture and human connection.
- Image Keepers: Photographic Works from the Sharjah Art Foundation Collection
8 November 2025 – 26 April 2026
The inaugural exhibition at the Foundation’s new Photography Gallery, featuring over 50 works by 17 artists and collectives exploring the breadth of photographic practice.
Perform Sharjah: Music on the Barge (7-9 November 2025)
Khalid Lake, Sharjah | 8:30–10:00 PM
A floating stage experience in collaboration with Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority.
- Ruhaniyat (7 Nov)
A group led by Hetartho Chatterjee, influenced by Hindustani classical traditions and Sufi poetry.
- ADIGA (8 Nov)
A Sudanese fusion band blending folk, hip-hop, funk and neo-soul – 8 Nov
- NOON (9 Nov)
An experimental project mixing funk, African and Indian rhythms with electronic effects
If you are interested in attending the openings or the upcoming performances, please RSVP by replying to this email so I can add you to the guest list. Let me know if you have questions.
Joseph dela Cerna | Communications Coordinator
M: 055 292 3279 T: +971 6 5444113 Ext 231
