Under the High Patronage of His Majesty Mohammed VI, King of Morocco

French Institute Alliance Francaise (FIAF)

presents

World Nomads Morocco

Under the High Patronage of

His Majesty Mohammed VI, King of Morocco

FIAF’s Spring Festival Exploring Transculturalism

MUSIC – TALKS – CINEMA – VISUAL ARTS – ARCHITECTURE

May 2011 at FIAF

NEW YORK, April 28, 2011 /PRNewswire-iReach/ — The French Institute Alliance Francaise (FIAF) announced today the fourth edition of its annual World Nomads Festival, which this year showcases the arts and culture of Morocco. The month-long, multi-disciplinary Festival, celebrating 21st-century transculturalism through the arts while advancing critical thinking and dialogue among cultures, will be held in May 2011 and is presented in partnership with leading Moroccan and U.S. organizations.

Morocco is recognized worldwide for its distinctive and layered cultural identity. The country’s unique geographical location has made it a crossroad for ancient trade routes, and continues to contribute to its importance as a migratory highway for ideas and peoples. Today’s Morocco shines as a hub of traditional and modern creative expression, where ancient cultural practices thrive, kept alive by a full spectrum of master artisans, performing artists, and more, while innovations are woven into vibrant contemporary artistic forms. The World Nomads Festival arrives this year at a historic time for the region to celebrate the many facets of Morocco.

As Chief Curator Zeyba Rahman states, “The Festival is conceived as a journey through the kaleidoscopic culture of Morocco that is anchored both in rich heritage and exciting artistic

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