(MENAFN- Muscat Daily) Muscat- The sultanate is gearing up for its biggest cultural fiesta, Muscat Festival. Set to begin on January 19, the festival promises to enthrall visitors with its new look. Unlike previous years, the festival will be held only for 24 days this year.
From amusement rides to various events showcasing Oman's art, culture, education and sports, the festival will be held at two main venues, Amerat Park and Naseem Gardens. The festival will also see several other special activities which will be held at the Oman Automobile Association, Qurum Cultural Club, Omani Society for Writers and Literatis, Photographic Society of Oman and the Qurum Amphitheatre.
Cultural activities:
Symposiums Famous Omani sculptors, Ayoub al Bulushi and Khuloud al Shuaiby will present their sculpture, 'Oman, The Land of Peace' Lecture on 'Governance: Risk Aversion or Productivity Boost' Poetry night A story night with storytellers An exhibition on the history of Omani boats Symposium on Omani novels A workshop on story writing An art symposium Gulf women photographers' forum Theatrical, Music and Art performances:
Play, 'A Heart for sale' by famous Kuwaiti actor Tariq al Ali Play by Omani actors, 'The Haunted House' Musical performances by Arab and Indian singers A musical talent performance by foreign artistes
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