UNESCO World Heritage 2023
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UNESCO World Heritage 2023
HWADI • Riyadh, Saudi Arabia • 2023
Where heritage meets the stage.
OLC was engaged to deliver a large-scale cultural performance for the Extended 45th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in September 2023. This landmark gathering brought together 195 member states and resulted in 42 new World Heritage inscriptions. OLC's role encompassed creative direction and production of the ceremonial and cultural performances that accompanied the session, honouring global artistic traditions on a world stage.
At a Glance
Venue
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Client
HWADI
Format
Turn Key Cultural Performance
The Project
A Celebration of Living Culture
The Extended 45th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee was a diplomatic and cultural event of global significance, bringing together delegates from 195 member states to review the state of the world's heritage and inscribe 42 new sites to the World Heritage List. OLC was entrusted with the creative direction and production of a large-scale cultural performance that accompanied the session.
The performance featured an international roster of artists, musicians, and performers, each representing distinct cultural traditions brought together under a unified creative vision. OLC's creative direction ensured that every element honoured the authenticity of its origins while contributing to a cohesive and deeply resonant experience befitting the occasion.
The result was a performance that transcended entertainment, serving as a living reminder that the performing arts remain one of humanity's most enduring forms of cultural preservation and connection.
Scope of Work
- Creative direction and artistic programming
- Production management and logistics
- International talent coordination
- Cultural narrative development
- Event operations and delivery
Highlights
- Event: Cultural programming for the 45th UNESCO World Heritage Committee
- Scale: 195 member states in attendance
- Cast: International roster of artists and performers
- Result: 42 new World Heritage sites inscribed during the session