De Levante provides a unique contribution to the cultural exchanges between the Netherlands and the Oriental world in art, education and enterprise. De Levante has its roots in the desire to provide a more complete, realistic picture of this Oriental world, and new insights into these cultures that are often discussed, but very little known. De Levante is the only institution looking to provide a permanent platform for contemporary art and culture of the Oriental world. De Levante started developing her activities from a platform wishing to perform as a bridge between East and West and aims to expand into an international institute, in accordance with the traditional position of Amsterdam as a pioneer on the international cultural scene.
We are currently preparing the next exhibition.
Acequias - Ida Kleiterp
We April 21, 2010 - Sa July 31, 2010
During a visit to Spain in 2001, Dutch sculptress
Ida Kleiterp was struck by the extraordinary architectural forms which she saw in the mountainous landscape of the Alpujarras.
They were the 'Acequias', a network of reservoirs, channels, and moveable gates, which together formed a remarkable ancient irrigation system. Now, Ida Kleiterp's sculptures inspired by these ancient forms can be seen in an exciting exhibition, presented as a dynamic installation.
What about the Middle East?
October 21, 2010
Meet the people shaping the news of the Middle East. About our collaboration with countries in the Middle East. Conversations with journalists form Egypt, Iran, Lebanon, Palestine, Tunesia and news hosts from Al Jazeera and Al Arabiya. What image do we have of each other and consequently the influence this has on our international collaboration. Hosted by: Jeroen Overbeek (NOS).
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