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Villa Hegra

Born out of the friendship between Saudi Arabia and France, Villa Hegra is a space in AlUla dedicated to contemporary creation, research, and intercultural dialogue. Bringing together an artist residency and a cultural center, it fosters meaningful exchanges between local practices and international perspectives through its programming.

 

What’s On

Discover our artistic and cultural programming
Residency programs

Tableware Design

Villa Hegra organized its first residency dedicated to the art of table from June 8 to July 17, 2026, in Champignelles, Burgundy.

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Residency programs

Scriptwriting

Centered on the theme “The Art of Shaping Film Ideas,” this residency program is led by Le Groupe Ouest and LIM² | Less is More.

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Cinema

Cinema

Villa Hegra houses AlUla’s first indoor cinema, a 50-seat venue that reflects the expanding presence of film within Saudi Arabia’s cultural landscape.

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Cinema

Cinema Club

These workshops introduces film enthusiasts to the creative culture of filmmaking, from storytelling to visual language and production processes, through exhibitions, curated encounters, and conversations with voices from the region’s evolving film scene.

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Residents

The Villa Hegra residencies offer artists a unique environment for research and production. Residents are invited to engage with the territory of AlUla, its local expertise, and its communities.
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Access

Located in the heart of AlUla, in the Al-Sukhayrat district, Villa Hegra is open to visitors during regular opening hours as well as for special events.

Access and contact
Map of the Villa Hegra