Dubai: The UAE is witnessing a strong cultural movement that will contribute to consolidating its position as a beacon of innovation and intellect in the region while maintaining its influential role in enriching the Arab cultural life.
His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, made this statement as he visited the Dubai Opera on Wednesday.
Accompanied by Shaikh Maktoum Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Shaikh Mohammad expressed his satisfaction with the momentum prevailing in the UAE’s cultural scene, which will reflect positively on community members and encourage them to engage in diverse cultural activities.
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“The culture is a key part of our life and represents the cornerstone of building societies. It is also the mirror that reflects the prosperity of community members and the momentum that drive us towards more innovation and excellence,” Shaikh Mohammad said.
Shaikh Mohammad praised this cultural monument which represents a unique addition to the UAE’s achievements due to its value as a platform for the artistic and creative movement and an effective cultural bridge that allows the community to get a closer view of international creativity in various fields.
During his visit, Shaikh Mohammad reviewed the components of the new Opera building, whose design is deemed as an architectural feat for combining tradition and modernity.
Shaikh Mohammad was briefed on the advanced facilities being offered by the contemporary design of the Opera building which allows transforming the whole indoor areas into three different facilities including a theatre that can accommodate 2,000 people. In addition, the flexibility of the design allows changing between the three facilities easily in case of receiving a wide range of art and music shows including plays, ballet shows and concerts.
The Dubai Opera involves a number of facilities that provide various services including a restaurant and park. The newly inaugurated facility also provides services to people with special needs, like purpose-built corridors, parking lots and lifts among other services.
Mohammad Ali Alabbar Chairman of Emaar Properties, and Khalifa Saeed Sulaiman, Director-General of Dubai's Department of Protocol and Hospitality, accompanied Shaikh Mohammad during his visit.
