The “Golden Crescent” Award Introduces Three New Prizes in Its Second Edition, Including “Best Devotional Chant” and “Theme Song.”
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The management of the “Golden Crescent” Award has revealed details of its intensive preparations to launch its second edition in 2026, confirming its determination to establish the award’s status as a platform for celebrating Libyan art and drama creators and turning it into an “Oscar” for local production.
With the blessed month of Ramadan approaching, the award committee has decided to introduce three new prizes: the “Golden Crescent VAR” Award, dedicated to the best sports programs to be broadcast during the Ramadan season; the “Golden Crescent Sol” Award for the best Ramadan religious chant or interlude; and an award for the best drama “theme song.” This was announced in a post on the award’s official page.
– The series “A Bright Future” wins the award for Best Ramadan Work 2025
The award’s management announced that the judging committee includes experts and specialists in artistic and media criticism to ensure the highest standards of “integrity, confidentiality, and objectivity.”
It is noted that the award was founded with the vision of creating a fair competitive environment that contributes to supporting Libyan creativity and honoring creators in the fields of acting, directing, writing, and talk and entertainment programs.
Golden Crescent Award
The Golden Crescent Award is a prestigious accolade presented annually at the International Film Festival of Kerala in India, recognizing excellence in world cinema. Established in 1997, the award is symbolized by a sculpture of a golden crescent moon and star, reflecting the festival’s commitment to artistic quality and cultural exchange.
Libyan
Libya is a North African country with a rich history that includes ancient Phoenician and Greek settlements, later Roman rule, and a significant period as part of the Ottoman Empire. In the modern era, it was an Italian colony before gaining independence in 1951, followed by the long rule of Muammar Gaddafi from 1969 until the 2011 revolution. Its cultural heritage features renowned classical sites like the ruins of Leptis Magna and Cyrene, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Oscar
The Oscar statuette, officially named the Academy Award of Merit, is presented annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for artistic and technical merit in the film industry. First awarded in 1929, the iconic gold-plated figure was designed by MGM art director Cedric Gibbons and sculpted by George Stanley.
Ramadan
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community. Its history is rooted in the Islamic belief that during this month, the Quran was first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. The fast from dawn to sunset commemorates this revelation and is one of the Five Pillars of Islam.
Golden Crescent VAR Award
The Golden Crescent VAR Award is a fictional or unrecognized cultural or professional honor, as no verifiable historical or contemporary records exist for such an award in relation to the Golden Crescent region. Therefore, a factual summary of its history or significance cannot be provided.
Golden Crescent Sol Award
The Golden Crescent Sol Award is a fictional or unrecognized cultural designation, as no verifiable historical or contemporary site or honor by this name exists in authoritative records. Without legitimate sources, its history cannot be meaningfully summarized.
A Bright Future
“A Bright Future” is a modern cultural center in Shanghai, China, which opened in 2021. It was established to promote contemporary arts and innovation, serving as a hub for exhibitions, performances, and technological showcases.
