King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra)

The Ithra stage was set ablaze with storytelling through movement, sounds and costumes as the packed crowd cheered on. (Supplied

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‘Carmen’ ignites passion as it concludes three days at Ithra

Dance, live music and storytelling converged for a bold flamenco adaptation

By Jasmine Bager · 17 January 2026

Saudi organizations urged to share achievements in mental health, workplace culture

By Arab News · 17 September 2025

Ithra’s Reading Enrichment Forum showcases AI tools and the art of debate

By Arab News · 11 August 2025

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Ithra’s Youth Summer Program ends with student-made creativity

By Jasmine Bager · 31 July 2025

The Children’s Festival, which runs until July 26 at Ithra, blends creativity, learning, play and discovery. (Supplied)

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From ‘What If?’ to ‘Wow!’ at Ithra children’s festival

By Jasmine Bager · 14 July 2025

‘Lion King’ roars into life with Ithra live orchestra in Dhahran

By Jasmine Bager · 05 July 2025

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Ithra serves up 3 days of festive fun for Eid Al-Adha

By Arab News · 01 June 2025

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From ‘Tash Ma Tash’ to ‘Hobal’ – a legacy honored

By Hind AlKhunaizi · 23 April 2025

The event at Ithra featured music from Guild Wars 2, World of Warcraft, The Witcher 3 and Assassin’s Creed 2, among many others.

Orchestra celebrates soundtracks of popular video games at Saudi Arabia’s Ithra

By Jasmine Bager · 04 April 2025

Ithra to host three-day Eid Al-Fitr festivities

By Arab News · 27 March 2025

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A timeless tribute: Celebrating Mohammed Abdul Wahab at Ithra

By Jasmine Bager · 06 February 2025

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Ithra hosts screening of Japanese indie horror hit

By Jasmine Bager · 05 February 2025

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Japanese Ambassador Morino Yasunari toured various Japan Cultural Days exhibits at Ithra. (Supplied/Ahmed Al-Thani)

Japanese ambassador visits Japan Cultural Days at Ithra

By Jasmine Bager · 28 January 2025

King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra)

‘Carmen’ ignites passion as it concludes three days at Ithra

Saudi organizations urged to share achievements in mental health, workplace culture

Ithra’s Reading Enrichment Forum showcases AI tools and the art of debate

Ithra’s Youth Summer Program ends with student-made creativity

From ‘What If?’ to ‘Wow!’ at Ithra children’s festival

‘Lion King’ roars into life with Ithra live orchestra in Dhahran

Ithra serves up 3 days of festive fun for Eid Al-Adha

From ‘Tash Ma Tash’ to ‘Hobal’ – a legacy honored

Orchestra celebrates soundtracks of popular video games at Saudi Arabia’s Ithra

Ithra to host three-day Eid Al-Fitr festivities

A timeless tribute: Celebrating Mohammed Abdul Wahab at Ithra

Ithra hosts screening of Japanese indie horror hit

Japanese ambassador visits Japan Cultural Days at Ithra

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