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Saudi Arabia's "Throne of Script" calligraphy exhibition has recorded significant sales activity, with eight rare Arabic calligraphic works selling for 100,700 riyal, reflecting sustained public interest in preserving classical Arab artistic traditions. Meanwhile, Egypt's entertainment sector continues to draw major audiences, with leading singers preparing summer concert performances and new musical releases across regional venues.
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Throne of Script Exhibition — The "Arsh al-Harf" calligraphy fair achieved sales of 100,700 riyal from eight rare Arabic calligraphic works, with the total value of all participating pieces reaching 618,225 riyal. The exhibition attracted notable interest from calligraphy enthusiasts and collectors seeking authentic traditional works.Sheikh Othman Taha Statement — Calligrapher of the Holy Quran Sheikh Othman Taha praised the Throne of Script gathering as an essential creative environment for uniting calligraphers and Arabic script professionals. He emphasized the importance of such platforms in preserving classical Arabic calligraphic arts.King Abdulaziz Quran Competition — The forty-sixth edition of the King Abdulaziz International Quran Competition launched Thursday in Mecca under the patronage of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, bringing together competitors for recitation and memorization contests.Egyptian Summer Concert Season — Seven major Egyptian singers including Shereen, Amr, and Angham are performing simultaneous Friday concerts across northern coastal venues, marking one of the strongest nights of the summer concert season.Jana Amr Diab Album Launch — Jana, daughter of Egyptian artist Amr Diab, is preparing to release her first complete album following years of earlier musical releases, marking a significant step in her singing career.Muhammad Rammadan Contest — Egyptian performer Muhammad Rammadan launched a new interactive competition inviting audience members to participate in writing lyrics for his new song, engaging his followers through social media platforms.Coming Up:
Jana Amr Diab's debut full-length album release is expected soon, representing her formal entry into the professional recording industry after a gradual career progression.