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The library offerings include writing, storytelling and filmmaking activities to help young people master presentation and communication tools, which are key for success in the 21st century workspace. Courtesy Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
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The opening date for the Abu Dhabi Children's Library and theatre is set for Wednesday, September 4, 2019. Courtesy Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
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The library and theatre will provide additional learning and performance spaces for the city and going forward will play a major role in Abu Dhabi’s programme of cultural events. Courtesy Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
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The Abu Dhabi Children’s Library is spread over three floors, with the 5,250 square metre facility divided into several age-appropriate, social spaces. Courtesy Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
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Designed with inspiration from pop-up books in mind, the library boasts several three-dimensional learning and play spaces in which children can physically immerse themselves to become part of a story. Courtesy Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
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The library offerings include writing, storytelling and filmmaking activities to help young people master presentation and communication tools, which are key for success in the 21st century workspace. Courtesy Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
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The opening date for the Abu Dhabi Children's Library and theatre is set for Wednesday, September 4, 2019. Courtesy Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/B7SQECBD3CGPMKGM4V5QYIPZ3E.jpg?smart=true&auth=fd88e90fdbe17aabc869c6fc3f00f242560f2176ea8eb98fb075859154fd8ee6&width=400&height=225)
The library and theatre will provide additional learning and performance spaces for the city and going forward will play a major role in Abu Dhabi’s programme of cultural events. Courtesy Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/J2WY3T5Z2BGIA6Y3LNE656TY2M.jpg?smart=true&auth=b8de534c8a17e95636d567e077be36dbd2c7419ee9a339fa555e07c08247914b&width=400&height=225)
The Abu Dhabi Children’s Library is spread over three floors, with the 5,250 square metre facility divided into several age-appropriate, social spaces. Courtesy Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/6FPUWEBKYPBZXEKYGE3K6CN2HQ.jpg?smart=true&auth=2b758f9c1089edc4095088bb0e25370c8a6054c4bc6f9a6bc6dd18e25b7eb86e&width=400&height=225)
Designed with inspiration from pop-up books in mind, the library boasts several three-dimensional learning and play spaces in which children can physically immerse themselves to become part of a story. Courtesy Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
![](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/R4KZ2SNZI7EZMTFGKEKVAZM2SA.jpg?smart=true&auth=4501c139d282482159523d042f07d10132ed06af32e0d145d0577ab46f48928b&width=400&height=225)
The library offerings include writing, storytelling and filmmaking activities to help young people master presentation and communication tools, which are key for success in the 21st century workspace. Courtesy Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi
First look: Inside the Abu Dhabi Children's Library
The children's library and theatre will open to the public on September 4
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Evelyn Lau
07 August, 2019
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