Exhibitions & Events

Ramzi Aburedwan and Dal'Ouna
Music Concert @ RIVAA
November 4th at 7 PM
Featuring Ramzi Aburedwan, bouzouk, musical direction Moneim Adwan, vocalist & amp; oud Alber Baseel, percussions Joined by Max Zeugner, bass, Yi-heng Yang, piano Created in 2000 when Ramzi Aburedwan lived in Angers, the Dal’Ouna musical ensemble features original compositions as well as a wide range of Arab and Palestinian repertoire, both classical and folkloric. Ramzi Aburedwan presents his own original compositions inspired by a wide range from the traditional repertoire, both Palestinian and Arab. Dal’Ouna evokes the Levant’s vast musical universe. That Mediterranean Orient which, from Syria to Iraq, also forged the history of Palestinian music. Referring to the festive and popular music of Palestine, Dal’Ouna sings about the daily life of that country inhabited by the hopes of a people that remains friendly, filled with love of life, laughter and singing. Their repertoire extends from Egypt to Andalusia, working its way through traditional Middle Eastern music. The group offers a blending of confluences of Oriental and Western music, with contemporary and jazzy accents. The musicians invite us into a journey of sounds of Mediterranean and Arab instruments such as the bouzouk, the oud, oriental percussion such as the riq, the bendir or the dar- bouka, accompanied by the viola and the accordion. Their music can be instrumental, or accompanied by poetic songs speaking of love, freedom and nature. The Dal’Ouna Ensemble is also a story of meetings, of sharing, a sensitive connection, de- void of borders, a hope-bearing message. "Musician, composer and conductor, Ramzi Aburedwan flows with great ease between East and West. From Arabic maqam to symphonic music, Palestinian folklore to tarab or from Sufi incantations to music for large orchestras, he has made this universal musical space his home and destiny, and in doing so, has overcome the fractures of his past." Alain WEBER, world music curator at Philharmonie de Paris and artistic director of Sacred Music Festival of Fes

Digital Art Exhibition
@ RIVAA
On view: November 12-23, 2025
Mark your calendar!
RIVAA Gallery is excited to invite the art community and all art enthusiasts to the opening reception of our digital art exhibition!
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Discover cutting-edge work by digital artists, chosen from our recent open call. Expect fresh perspectives, bold visuals, and zero limits.
When: Saturday, November 15th
Time: 5 – 8 PM
Where: RIVAA Gallery, 527 Main Street, Roosevelt Island, NY
Come hang out, meet the artists, and see the future of art!
The exhibition runs through November 12th to 23rd.
Don't miss it!
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RIVAA's programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature

OPEN CALL
Digital Art Exhibition @ RIVAA
Application Deadline: October 30th
RIVAA Gallery invites digital artists to submit their innovative digital creations for an upcoming exhibition!
We are seeking diverse, compelling digital art—from digital painting and 3D art to photo manipulation and animation shorts. Showcase your digital art in the heart of Roosevelt Island.
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Exhibition Date: November 2025
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Key Details:
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Max Submissions: 5 works per artist.
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Art Policy: Only original human-created art is accepted; no AI-generated art will be considered.
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Participation: A $25 fee applies only to accepted artists. NO FEES for applying.
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Participation FREE for RIVAA Full members
Don't miss this opportunity to exhibit with RIVAA Gallery!
For more information visit www.rivaagallery.org
OR write to us at submissions@rivaagallery.org

Divine Theories
by Aeh Jay Hollenbeck
Photography Exhibition @ RIVAA
On View: November 7-9, 2025
Opening reception: Friday, November 7
6-9 PM at RIVAA Gallery
Join us for the opening reception of Divine Theories, a photography exhibition by Aeh Jay Hollenbeck.
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Divine Theories is a visual exploration of processing grief. In order to rebuild oneself, you must be inspired by beauty, even at its most simple.
In this series the lighting in my images is synonymous with the divine.
And so, Divine Theories is a celebration of the everyday, a story narrated by light. It’s rooted in child-like curiosity, and captured by the magic that is photography.
The Poetics of Happenstance
Katerina Kyselica Solo Exhibition @ RIVAA
On View: October 6- December 19
Katerina Kyselica: The Poetics of Happenstance
The Octagon Gallery, 888 Main Street, Roosevelt Island, NY 10044
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On view: October 6 – December 19, 2025
Reception: Saturday, October 18, 5–8 PM​
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Explore prints, mixed media, and handmade paper works by Katerina Kyselica, whose art embraces structure, chance, and subtle imperfection. Drawing from her series Études, Just Like That, and Crossing, this exhibition invites viewers to discover unexpected beauty in the poetic balance between order and irregularity.

