Abu Dhabi connects with 46 countries around the world in a shared cultural event

Published March 21st, 2011 - 11:40 GMT

The Metropolitan Opera at Abu Dhabi Festival 2011

The Metropolitan Opera, New York’s highly acclaimed opera company performed Donizetti’s tragic romance Lucia di Lammermoor for full house in Abu Dhabi’s Marina Mall Cinestar movie theatre last night (Sunday 20^th) as part of the Abu Dhabi Festival 2011, held under the patronage of His Highness General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces. The broadcast formed part of the Emmy-award winning ‘The Met Live in HD’ series. Now entering its fifth year, the series broadcasts into more than 1,500 movie theatres in over 46 countries.

Her Excellency Mrs. Hoda I Al Khamis Kanoo, Founder of the Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation and Artistic Director of the Abu Dhabi Festival said: “I am thrilled that the Abu Dhabi Festival is participating in a series of broadcasts that will connect us with countries and people all over the world. The Abu Dhabi Festival is about sharing in the unique spirit of music and the arts to bring people together. This performance is a true reflection of that spirit – broadcast in Abu Dhabi from New York, a diverse and accomplished cast, performing an opera in the Italian language. This is a true celebration of the ability of the arts to transcend the barriers between us and unite us in appreciation and shared enjoyment.”

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The Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation seeks to nurture the arts, education, culture and creativity for the benefit of society and the advancement of Abu Dhabi's cultural vision. Established in 1996, the Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation under the patronage and Presidency of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, ADMAF Patron and President. More...

The Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation seeks to nurture the arts, education, culture and creativity for the benefit of society and the advancement of Abu Dhabi's cultural vision. Established in 1996, the Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation under the patronage and Presidency of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, ADMAF Patron and President.

ADMAF's broad programme of initiatives and events - including the Abu Dhabi Festival and the International Comic Strip & Cartoon Art Festival among many others - brings together audiences of all ages and nationalities. Through its educational and community programs, it nurtures the creative talent of the UAE and beyond, in partnership with leading national and international institutions.

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Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation
4th Floor, Kanoo Group Building,
Najda Street, PO Box 245
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

http://www.admaf.org/en

Abu Dhabi Festival is organized by the Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation. The Festival is the UAE's foremost celebration of art and culture bringing together the greatest musicians, performers and artists from both the East and West in the heart of the United Arab Emirates. It seeks to reflect the determination of the capital to take the lead in cultural understanding.

Contact Information:

Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation - ADMAF
4th Floor, Kanoo Group Building, Najda Street
PO Box 245
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

http://www.abudhabifestival.ae/en

Mubadala Development Company (Mubadala) is a catalyst for the economic diversification of Abu Dhabi. Established and owned by the Government of Abu Dhabi, the company’s strategy is built on the management of partnerships and long-term, capital-intensive investments that deliver strong financial returns and tangible social benefits for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, and contribute to the growth and diversification of its economy. More...

Mubadala Development Company (Mubadala) is a catalyst for the economic diversification of Abu Dhabi. Established and owned by the Government of Abu Dhabi, the company’s strategy is built on the management of partnerships and long-term, capital-intensive investments that deliver strong financial returns and tangible social benefits for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, and contribute to the growth and diversification of its economy.

Mubadala brings together and manages a multi-billion dollar portfolio of local, regional, and international investments and partners with leading global organisations to operate businesses across a wide range of industry sectors including aerospace, energy, healthcare, industry, information communications and technology, infrastructure, real estate and hospitality.

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