Arts & Culture - Stage & Street

Cairo Int'l Festival for Experimental Theatre 2026 calls for submissions

Cairo International Festival for Experimental Theatre (CIFET) called for submissions of plays by theatre troupes wishing to participate in the festival's 33rd edition (1-8 September 2026).

Egyptian, African arts illuminate Ismailia at 25th International Folk Arts Festival

Egypt's city of Ismailia hosts the 25th edition of the Ismaïlia International Festival for Folk Arts, with performances across multiple venues throughout the governorate. The festival runs from 24 to 30 October 2025, showcasing 25 participating troupes from Egypt and abroad.

Serbian theatre festival in turmoil over censorship claims

Allegations of censorship threw a major theatre festival in Serbia into turmoil on Monday, as the government faces increasing complaints it is stifling dissent while trying to face down long-running protests.

2nd Short Plays Festival dedicated to Egyptian actor Maged El-Kedwany

The second edition of the Short Plays Festival is scheduled to run from 16 to 23 October at the Academy of Theatrical Arts in Cairo.

Egyptian take on Every Brilliant Thing returns to Sharjah

Following its successful staging in Sharjah in 2022, the Egyptian adaptation of Duncan Macmillan's play Every Brilliant Thing returns to the Emirati city this month.

Renowned Egyptian theatremakers participate in Baghdad International Theatre Festival

The 6th edition of the Baghdad International Theatre Festival (10–16 October) has welcomed a strong Egyptian delegation among its distinguished guests and jury members — theatre professionals spanning creative, institutional, and critical spheres.

Not to be missed: Hepta across cinemas, D-CAF continues in Cairo, The Ayoub Sisters in Alexandria

Ahram Online highlights a selection of do-not-miss events this week, 8-14 October, in Cairo and Alexandria.

When silence breaks: On the global rise of artistic solidarity with Palestine

It began with a pin, then came a song, and soon, a red carpet statement. Now, across stages, screens, and festivals, a growing wave of artists around the world is refusing to stay silent about Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza.

Eazees Women’s Theater Festival honours women's voices, launches 2nd Nehad Selaiha Incubator

The Eazees International Festival for Women’s Theater, which opened on 25 September, wrapped up its third edition last Thursday at the El-Reyhani Theater in downtown Cairo. The closing night included the launch of the second edition of the Nehad Selaiha Incubator.

And Egypt Rejoiced: 500 events across the country to mark 6 October celebrations

Egypt's Culture Ministry has planned over 500 events to celebrate the 6 October victory. Carrying the slogan And Egypt Rejoiced, the celebrations will be held throughout the country across all governorates and multiple cultural sectors.

Not to be missed: From She Arts, DCAF festivals to Tamino, Lena Chamamyan, Hisham Kharma

Ahram Online highlights a selection of do-not-miss events this week 1-7 October in Cairo

Not to be missed: From Eazees Women's Theatre Festival launch to screening of Algerian classic Nahla

Ahram Online highlights a selection of do-not-miss events this week from 24 to 30 September in Cairo.

15 plays, 6 countries to participate in 3rd Eazees Int'l Women's Theatre Festival

The third edition of the Eazees International Women's Theatre Festival (EIWTF) will feature 15 performances from six countries, along with workshops, seminars, film screenings, and other cultural events.

8th Cairo Int'l Monodrama Days to honour Egyptian actor Abdulaziz Makhyoon

The 8th edition of the Cairo International Monodrama Days will honour esteemed Egyptian actor Abdulaziz Makhyoon in recognition of his rich artistic career and outstanding contributions to Egyptian theatre.

From Scheherazade to social media feeds: Theatre play Hawadeet tells today’s tales

The play, titled Hawadeet (Tales) and directed by Khaled Galal, brings modern-day tales to life with humor, heart, and raw honesty

17 plays participate in Alexandria Int'l Theatre Festival

In its 15th edition this year, the Alexandria International Theatre Festival (AITF, 15-20 September) is offering 17 theatrical performances from around the world.

Culture minister designates 18 March as Egyptian Folk Art Day

Minister of Culture Ahmed Fouad Hanno announced that 18 March will be celebrated annually as Egyptian Folk Art Day.

INTERVIEW - Just existing is major achievement: Sameh Mahran on 32nd Cairo Experimental Theatre Festival

Sameh Mahran, the president of the 32nd edition of the Cairo International Festival for Experimental Theatre, which takes place from 1 to 8 September, reflected during an interview on the festival's innovations, challenges, and vision.

'Innovation or Threat': Cairo Experimental Festival examines AI role in theatre

A panel titled "Theatre and Artificial Intelligence: Innovation or Threat?" sparked a lively debate during the 32nd Cairo International Festival for Experimental Theatre.

32nd edition of the Cairo Int'l Festival for Experimental Theatre kicks off

The 32nd edition of the Cairo International Festival for Experimental Theatre (CIFET) kicked off on Monday with an opening ceremony at the Cairo Opera House.

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