On Wednesday, February 19, 2014, His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales continued his visit to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
This morning the prince held a meeting with His Royal Highness Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal, attended a meeting at the UK ambassador’s house, visited an “…historical site under reconstruction in Al-Diriyah…” and much more.
On the evening of Tuesday, February 18, 2014, His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales attended the Janadriya Culture Festival held at the Der’iya in Riyadh.
According to AFP News, during last evening’s celebration the future king “…wore a traditional Saudi Arabian uniform, complete with a sword, and performed the Ardah, a traditional Saudi dance…”
On Tuesday, February 18, 2014, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal arrived at the Stratford campus of University of East London (UEL) to attend the seminar, Higher Education: Improving Access and Opportunities for Mature Students, organized by the UEL, The National Institute of Adult Continuing Education, and Action on Access.
Please click here for more information about today’s event as well as to view one tiny photo. 🙂
On February 18, 2014, Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall visited the Pound Arts Centre in Corsham, north Wiltshire.
The Pound Arts Centre is an:
“…arts hub for north Wiltshire, offers a year round program of performances, workshops, a youth theatre and exhibitions.
Our mission is to provide opportunities for all people to experience, enjoy and engage with the arts. We believe that the arts can transform people’s lives regardless of their age, circumstances, ability or interests.”
Please click here for more information about today’s visit as well as to view photos.
On Monday, February 17, 2014, His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales arrived in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for a private visit. According to Arab News the purpose of the visit is:
“…[continue to strengthen] Saudi-British relations and prospects of further cooperation. Both sides are expected to tackle international issues, Mideast peace efforts and regional developments, with special emphasis on the Syrian crisis…”
Upon his arrival at Riyadh Airport the prince was warmly welcomed by His Royal Highness Prince Miteb bin Abdullah bin Abdulaziz al-Saud, His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Nawaf bin Abdulaziz al-Saud, and other government officials.
This morning The Prince of Wales held a meeting with the Saudi Arabian Foreign Minister, His Royal Highness Saud bin Faisal bin Abdulaziz al-Saud and visited the Janadriya Gardens in Riyadh.
On Monday, February 17, 2014, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge hosted a “…Dramatic Arts reception at Buckingham Palace…” according to AFP News.
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On the evening of Sunday, February 16, 2014, His Royal Highness The Duke of Cambridge arrived at the Royal Opera House in London to attend the 67th EE British Academy Film Awards (aka the BAFTAs).
Here is the list of this year’s winners:
Film:
12 Years a Slave
British Film:
Gravity
Director:
Alfonso Cuaron, Gravity
Actor:
Chiwetel Ejiofor, 12 Years a Slave
Actress:
Cate Blanchett, Blue Jasmine
Supporting Actor:
Barkhad Abdi, Captain Phillips
Supporting Actress:
Jennifer Lawrence, American Hustle
Rising Star:
Will Poulter
British Debut:
Writer-director Kieran Evans, Kelly + Victor
Original Screenplay:
Eric Warren Singer and David O. Russell, American Hustle
Adapted Screenplay:
Steve Coogan and Jeff Pope, Philomena
Film Not in the English Language:
The Great Beauty
Documentary:
The Act of Killing
Outstanding Contribution to British Cinema:
Peter Greenaway
Academy Fellowship:
Helen Mirren
The Royal Correspondent 