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Game Design Workshop: Create a Board Game Inspired by Mathaf
LOCATIONMathaf Space
TIME4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
FEEFree
In collaboration with Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art
About the Workshop
This hands-on youth workshop invites 15 participants to explore the exciting world of board game design through the lens of Mathaf’s architecture, themes, and exhibitions.
Over the course of ten interactive sessions, participants will learn how to take a creative idea and turn it into a fully developed board game—complete with storyline, mechanics, design, packaging, and presentation. The workshop will strike a balance between theory and practical application, offering a well-rounded creative experience for beginners with big ideas.
By the end of the course, participants will produce original board game prototypes rooted in cultural expression, design thinking, and storytelling.

Who Can Apply?
We are looking for motivated and creative individuals who are:

  • Aged 14 to 17.
  • Curious about game design, storytelling, or visual art.
  • Excited to collaborate and experiment with new ideas.
  • Committed to attending all workshop sessions.

No prior experience is required, just creativity and a willingness to learn!

Workshop Structure
Each session is designed to provide one hour of expert guidance and one hour of hands-on application. The final session will feature a public speaking and pitch training led by Ahmad Al-Malki.

Schedule Overview

Session 1 (13 July):
Introduction to Board Game History & Today’s Market
Session 2 (14 July):
Documenting Your Ideas
Session 3 (16 July):
Choosing Your Components
Session 4 (17 July):
Selecting Your Theme and Techniques
Session 5 (19 July):
Designing Your Packaging
Session 6 (20 July):
Costing and Pricing
Session 7 (21 July):
Marketing Your Game
Session 8 (23 July):
Prototyping
Session 9 (24 July):
Presenting Your Product
Session 10 (26 July):
Public Speaking & Pitch Training (with Ahmad Al-Malki)
Spaces are limited—early applications are encouraged.
To apply now, please send an email to
Spaces are limited—early applications are encouraged.
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