Construction begins on Frank Gehry-designed Dar al Funoon performing arts venue in Abu Dhabi
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Amy Peacock
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Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism has announced the commencement of construction on Dar al Funoon Abu Dhabi, a performing arts venue designed by the late architect Frank Gehry. Located on Saadiyat Island, the landmark venue is expected to be completed by 2030 and joins Gehry's Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, which is also currently under construction on the same island.
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· 2 pulledConstruction has commenced on Dar al Funoon Abu Dhabi, a performing arts venue designed by Canadian-American architect Frank Gehry before his death.
Expected to be completed in 2030, the landmark venue will be located on Saadiyat Island, joining Gehry's Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, which is also under construction.
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