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    Ahmed El Attar

    Artistic Director and General Manager at Studio Emad Eddin Foundation & D-CAF Festival, Playwright and theatre director

    Ahmed El Attar is a prominent figure in Egypt's performing arts scene, holding significant roles in two major cultural organizations:

    Studio Emad Eddin Foundation

    Ahmed El Attar is the founder and artistic director of the Studio Emad Eddin (SEE) Foundation.6 This non-profit organization, established in 2005, is dedicated to supporting and developing performing arts across various disciplines in Egypt.12 The foundation offers crucial resources to independent artists and troupes, including:

    • Rehearsal spaces
    • Training facilities
    • Residency opportunities

    The SEE Foundation aims to create a neutral and alternative artistic and cultural atmosphere, expanding the foundation of artistic practice in Egypt.4

    Downtown Contemporary Arts Festival (D-CAF)

    In addition to his work with SEE Foundation, Ahmed El Attar is also involved with the Downtown Contemporary Arts Festival (D-CAF):

    • He has been organizing D-CAF annually since 2012 through Orient Productions.3
    • D-CAF is the largest multidisciplinary festival of its kind in Egypt.3
    • The festival showcases local, regional, and international talent in various artistic fields, including:
      • Music
      • Theatre
      • Dance
      • Visual arts
      • Film

    D-CAF features cutting-edge artists from Egypt, the Arab world, and beyond, contributing significantly to the contemporary arts scene in Cairo.5

    Ahmed El Attar's leadership in these organizations demonstrates his commitment to nurturing and promoting performing arts in Egypt and the broader Arab region. His work spans from providing essential infrastructure and support for emerging artists through SEE Foundation to curating and presenting a diverse range of contemporary art through D-CAF.

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    Egypt