In a captivating debut performance at the Kingdom of Bahrain, multi-Grammy Award-winner Lauryn Hill set, on Friday 16 February, the Bahrain National Theatre ablaze with her presence, marking a high point in the eighteenth edition of the Spring of Culture. The audience, filling every seat in the house, was enthralled not only by Hill’s electrifying performance but also by the unexpected appearance of YG Marley, the grandson of the legendary Jamaican icon Bob Marley, who briefly stole the spotlight.
The Spring of Culture, now in its eighteenth iteration, is a collaborative effort spearheaded by the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities, the Shaikh Ebrahim bin Mohammed Al Khalifa Centre for Culture and Research, and the Al Dana Amphitheatre. This cultural extravaganza is brought to life in partnership with Albareh Art Gallery, Al Riwaq Art Space, Art Concept, and La Fontaine Centre for Contemporary Art. This year’s edition proudly welcomes the Economic Development Board as its strategic sponsor, alongside Tamkeen, who shines as the gold sponsor.
Completing the roster of support, Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba), the Bank of Bahrain and Kuwait, and the National Bank of Bahrain generously contribute as silver sponsors, ensuring the continued success and vibrancy of this esteemed cultural event.