Arab Music Institute
22 Ramsis St, Tel 02 2574 3373
Sun 28, 9pm: A concert of the songs of late singer and composer Mohamed Abdel-Wahab.
Wed 1 Oct, 9pm: A musical concert features Russian soloists Mariia Belokopytova (piano), Ekaterina Naidenova (flute), and Emeli Aslanova (cello).
Beit Al-Seheimi
Al-Moez St, Al-Darb Al Asfar Alley, Al-Gamaleya District, Tel 02 2787 8865
Every Sunday, 7.30pm (Free entry): The Nile Troupe for Folk Instruments, founded by artist Zakariya El-Hagawy, performs dances and songs from Upper Egypt on mizmar, tabla and other traditional musical instruments.
Every Friday, 8pm (Free entry): “Alaragouz wa Khayal Al-Zel” (The Karakouz and The Shadow Puppet), a free public performance by clowns in Al-Muaaz Street, presented by Wamda and directed by its founder and scripter Nabil Bahgat.
Cairo Opera House
Gezira Exhibition Grounds, Tel 02 2737 0602/2736 0361, box office 02 2739 0132/0144
Main Hall
Fri 26, 9pm: The National Arab Music Ensemble in a repertoire of classical Arab songs.
Sat 27, 9pm: The Cairo Symphony Orchestra.
Mon 29, 9pm: The Cairo Opera Company and the Cairo Opera Orchestra present a musical.
Thurs 2, 9pm: The Talents Development Centre concert.
Open-Air Theatre
Fri 26, 9pm: The Talents Development Centre concert.
Al-Ghouri Dome
111 Al-Azhar St, Al-Ghouriya, Tel 02 2506 0227
Al-Tanoura whirling dervishes perform to live Sufi music
(Performances every Sat and Wed, 7pm).
Greek Campus
28 Falaki St, Bab Al-Louk, Downtown, Cairo, Tel 010 90322400
Fri 26, 8pm: Cairo Sound Vol1 Ft Tommyy x Nasser.
Al-Gumhouriya Theatre
12 Al-Gumhouriya St, Abdin, Tel 02 2390 7707
Fri 26, Sat 27, and Sun 28, 9pm: The Egyptian Modern Dance Theatre Company presents Bahiya performance from the repertoire of Knights of The Orient for Heritage troupe.
Makan
1 Saad Zaghloul St, Al-Mounira, Cairo, Tel 2792 0878
Every Tuesday, 8pm: Mawawil features vocalists Hend and Sara in a repertoire of traditional music of the Nile Delta, Al Jaafra music played by Arab Tribes from Aswan and Nass Makan band.
Every Wednesday, 8pm: Zar music and songs by Mazaher ensemble featuring Umm Sameh, Umm Hassan and Nour Al-Sabah.
Room Art Space & Café
10 Etihad Al Mohamin, Garden City, Tel 01000 068 159
Thurs 25, 8pm: The Nagham Al Bahr Heritage band, founded in 2015, is a troupe specializing in marine and Bedouin arts from the Red Sea coast of Egypt. The troupe’s engaging, high-energy performances transport audiences to a new, different, and dazzling experience. The band blends music, creativity, performance, and tradition.
Fri 26, 8pm: Rio project aims at presenting Brazilian music to music audience and enthusiasts in Egypt and the Middle East to expose it more and bring it to light, in addition to indulging in the adventure of rearranging some songs and world-famous music pieces in Bossa Nova and Samba genre.
Sat 27, 8pm: Shereen Abdo, Ali Omar El-Farouk and Ahmed Hani in their first ever collaboration as a trio, these three seasoned artists join forces to create a unique performance, celebrating the three genres that they all share their love for: Arabic, jazz, and pop. It all comes together in this special lineup of voice, flamenco guitar, and acoustic fretless bass.
Tues 30, 8pm: Karaoke night.
Thurs 2 Oct, 8pm: Ali Arafa will be performing songs from his debut EP, giving you a taste of some unreleased projects, and vibing with you on a few R&B/Soul covers.
The Spot mall, infront of AUC Gate 4, New Cairo
Thurs 25, 9pm: Karaoke night.
Sat 27, 9pm: Pedro Night – Open Mic.
Sun 28, 9pm: The mad comedians stand-up comedy show.
Mon 29, 9pm: Groovak band brings together the energy, passion, and sound and share its music on stage, connect with the audience, and create a night full of rhythm, emotion, and unforgettable moments. It features Christine Sherif- Singer, Ali Batanouny- Singer, Seif Shorbagy -Singer, Karim Moussa -Pianist, Ziad Radwan -Bassist, Ahmed Medhat -Guitarist, Lara Amgad- Guitarist, Marwan Alaa- Guitarist, and Daniel -Drummer.
Tues 30, 9pm: Arabic pop hits by Ezzo.
Wed 1 Oct and Thurs 2, 9pm: Karaoke night.
El Sawy Culturewheel
End of 26th of July St, underneath the 15th of May Bridge, Zamalek, Tel 2736 8881/6178/2737 4448
River Hall
Fri 26, 8pm: “Darboka” concert by Amir Imam Percussion band.
The band is composed of a group of amateurs of different ages and professions, including engineers, doctors, pharmacists, bank and company employees, united by their love of playing percussion instruments. They perform traditional songs with a high artistic character, led by their teacher and trainer, maestro Amir Imam.
Sun 28, 8pm: Papillon band.
Thurs 2 Oct, 8pm (standing): Singing recital by Lil El Mohamady.
Wisdom Hall
Fri 26, 8pm: Cassette 90s band.
Wed 1 Oct, 8.30pm and Thurs 2 Oct, 6.30pm and 8.30pm: El Sawy Culturewheel Puppet Theatre show revives the concerts of Umm Kolthoum performing two of her much-loved songs.
Word Hall
Thurs 25, 8pm: Konafa Comedy Night stand-up comedy show.
Teatro Arkan
Arkan Plaza, El-Sheikh Zayed, Giza, Egypt
Fri 26, 8pm: Singer Marwa Nagui features a concert celebrating the 50th anniversary of Umm Kolthoum’s legacy. Experience an unforgettable night of classic Arabic masterpieces, brought to life by one of the most powerful voices of our time.
Thurs 2 Oct, 8pm: Lena Chamamyan will launch her new album, Sohab (Friends) — her first release in nearly 10 years. The songs are inspired by her personal experiences and created in collaboration with musicians from Egypt and across the Arab world—friends who have supported her through various phases of life. The concert will feature her most beloved older songs alongside fresh new tracks, performed with her talented band and special guest artists.
ALEXANDRIA
Alexandria Opera House (Sayed Darwish Theatre)
Fouad St, Mahatat Al-Raml, Alexandria, Tel 03/486 5106
Thurs 25, 9pm: Alexandria Opera Company for Arab Music and Singing.
Sun 28, 9pm: The Talents Development Centre concert for Mohamed Rasheed Foundation for Cultural and Social Development (choir and ballet troupe).
Wed 1 Oct, 9pm: The Talents Development Centre concert.
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Chatby, Alexandria 21526, Tel (03) 4839999
Conference Centre Main Hall
Sat 27, 7pm: BA Arts School Orchestra, conducted by maestro Shady Abdel-Sallam presents a music cocktail concert.
* A version of this article appears in print in the 25 September, 2025 edition of Al-Ahram Weekly
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