The 'Season of Culture,' which commemorates India's 75th anniversary of independence, was officially opened here on Tuesday by Barbara Wickham, Director (India) of the British Council.
The 'Season
of Culture,' which commemorates India's 75th anniversary
of independence, was officially opened here on Tuesday by Barbara Wickham,
Director (India) of the British Council.
As an artist,
Rahman said it's a pleasure to be a part of an innovative cultural programme
that encourages artistic excellence and appreciation, as well as brings diverse
audiences together.
He added,
"Today, creative expression and interchange can develop new talent and
establish a worldwide stage for fair and equal access to artists."
As Wickham
stated, Rahman has been a key consultant to the 'Season of Culture’ and his
work and professional journey fully exemplify what the 'Season of Culture'
stands for collaboration and artistic output that
grabs the world's imagination.
Over 1,400
artists from India, the United Kingdom, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland
will present their collaborations to millions of people in India, the United
Kingdom, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland through a variety of arts such
as theatre, dance, visual arts, literature, music, architecture, design,
fashion, tech-art, and new media art.
The 'Season
of Culture' intends to build on the British Council's work in India and
strengthen partnerships between India and the United Kingdom in the arts,
English, and education.
People in both nations will get the opportunity to see unique and exciting creative work from some of the most promising UK and Indian artists, pushing the envelope of creativity and incorporating creative technology, according to Wickham.
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