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The Middle East entertainment calendar enters a busy autumn with three major cultural initiatives launching across the region. Lebanon will host its 30th European Cinema Festival, the American University of Sharjah has secured partnership status with a prominent short film festival, and the Khorfakkan amphitheater announces its seasonal programming with established Arab artists.
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European Cinema Festival in Lebanon — The delegation of the European Union in Lebanon will organize the 30th edition of the European Cinema Festival, running from October 8 to 17, under the patronage of Lebanon's Ministry of Culture. A French film will serve as the festival's opening feature.American University of Sharjah partners with Holly Shorts — The American University of Sharjah has been selected as the principal educational partner for the Holly Shorts Middle East and North Africa film festival, bringing the upcoming edition of the event to the emirate.Majed Al Mohannadi opens Khorfakkan season — The Khorfakkan amphitheater will launch its "Hala Khorfakkan" seasonal program on Saturday, November 14, with an evening of classical Arabic music performed by artist Majed Al Mohannadi, who will present a selection of traditional repertoire.Coming Up:
The European Cinema Festival programming will unfold across the Lebanese capital through October 17. The Holly Shorts festival edition hosted in Sharjah will welcome submissions and audiences from across the broader region.