Artists in Residence
Shangri La hosts invited artists in residence whose work is related to, and advances the study and understanding of Islamic arts and cultures. Selected artists pursue their own creative work and present public programs such as lectures, workshops and performances. Artists are invited based on professional qualifications and achievements, how closely the artist’s work compliments Shangri La’s mission, and the suitability of Shangri La for the artist’s activity.
Alsarah & the Nubatones
Alsarah & the Nubatones were born out of many dinner conversations between Alsarah and Rami El Aasser about nubian ‘songs of return’, modern migration patterns and the cultural exchanges between Sudan and Egypt.
> Read More Read MoreSree Sreenivasan
Sree Sreenivasan is a digital media professional and consultant for nonprofits, corporations, startups and executives.
> Read More Read MoreBahia Shehab
Bahia Shehab is a Lebanese-Egyptian artist, designer and historian. Her artwork has been on display in exhibitions, galleries and streets internationally and was featured in the 2015 documentary, Nefertiti’s Daughters.
> Read More Read MoreAbdul-Rehman Malik
Abdul-Rehman Malik is an award winning London-based journalist, educator and cultural organizer.
> Read More Read MoreHari Kondabolu
Hari Kondabolu is a Brooklyn-based, Queens-raised comic who the NY Times has called “one of the most exciting political comics in stand-up today.”
> Read More Read MoreAmirah Sackett
Amirah Sackett is an internationally recognized hip-hop dancer, choreographer, and teacher.
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