Around 400 students are set to participate in the three-day ISC-UAE Open Youth Festival in Abu Dhabi, starting this Friday. The event, organized by the India Social and Cultural Centre (ISC), returns after a three-year hiatus and aims to showcase the artistic talents of students across the UAE.
Key Takeaways
- Event Duration: Three days, from Friday to Sunday.
- Participants: Approximately 400 students from various schools and educational institutions.
- Organizers: India Social and Cultural Centre (ISC), Abu Dhabi.
- Competitions: Indian classical and semi-classical dances, music, mono act, fancy dress, drawing, painting, and more.
- Age Categories: Five categories ranging from 3 to 18 years.
- Special Awards: ‘ISC Prathibha 2023’, ‘ISC Thilak 2023’, and ‘Best Indian Art and Cultural School’.
Event Overview
The ISC-UAE Open Youth Festival is a significant cultural event that provides a platform for students to display their artistic abilities. The festival will feature a variety of competitions in different Indian dance forms such as Bharatanatyam, Mohiniyattam, Kuchipudi, Odissi, and folk dance. Additionally, there will be contests in various forms of music including Carnatic, Hindustani, and light music, as well as mono act, fancy dress, drawing, and painting.
Age Categories and Venues
The competitions will be held across five different venues within the ISC center. Participants will be divided into five age categories:
- Kids: 3 to 6 years
- Sub-Junior: 7 to 9 years
- Junior: 10 to 12 years
- Senior: 13 to 15 years
- Super-Senior: 16 to 18 years
Special Awards and Recognition
Apart from the usual prizes for the top three winners in each category, the festival will also honor the best emerging talents with the titles ‘ISC Prathibha 2023’ and ‘ISC Thilak 2023’. Additionally, an award for the ‘Best Indian Art and Cultural School’ will be given based on the total points accumulated by participants from each school.
Community Involvement
The event is expected to draw a significant turnout from the community, providing an opportunity for members to support and encourage the young participants. The festival aims to represent the diverse cultures of various Indian states, making it a vibrant and inclusive event.
Support and Sponsorship
The festival is supported by several institutions including the Private International English School, Medeor Hospital, and Ahalia Hospital. The presence of key figures from these institutions at the press conference underscores the importance of the event, especially as it marks a return after the pandemic.
Conclusion
The ISC-UAE Open Youth Festival promises to be a grand celebration of talent and culture, offering a unique platform for students to shine. With a wide range of competitions and special awards, the event is set to be a memorable experience for all participants and attendees.