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On October 28, 2026, Sharjah Art Foundation announced that Oscar-nominated filmmaker Abderrahmane Sissako will be the Director in Focus for the ninth edition of Sharjah Film Platform (SFP9), running from October 30 to November 8, 2026.
On October 22, 2026, Sharjah Art Foundation announced the learning programme for its ninth Sharjah Film Platform (SFP9), featuring five courses and a masterclass running from October 23 to November 22, 2026, at venues in Sharjah.
On October 21, 2026, Sharjah Art Foundation announced an open call for proposals for the ninth edition of Focal Point, the foundation's annual art book fair. The fair will take place from December 11 to 13, 2026, at Bait Obaid Al Shamsi in Arts Square, Sharjah.
On October 20, 2026, Sharjah Art Foundation announced the ninth edition of Sharjah Film Platform (SFP9), running from October 30 to November 8, 2026, at Mirage City Cinema and VOX Cinemas in Sharjah.
Sharjah Art Foundation announced its autumn 2026 learning programme for art centres in Al Hamriyah, Al Dhaid, Al Madam, Khorfakkan, Kalba and Dibba Al Hisn, offering free hands-on sessions in drawing, painting, ceramics, textiles, photography, sound art, storytelling and more.
On September 17, 2026, Sharjah Art Foundation announced the Early Bird Pass offer for the ninth edition of Sharjah Film Platform (SFP9), an annual festival of independent cinema and experimental filmmaking.
On September 10, 2026, Sharjah Art Foundation announced the formation of the Committee for the Preservation of Modern Architectural Heritage in the Emirate of Sharjah.
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