Amir Bashtak Palace (Arab Singing House)
Al-Muaaz St, Tel 02 2787 9187
Thurs 30, 6.30pm: A concert of classical Arab songs and music by oud player Hany El-Hamzawy and his troupe.
Arab Music Institute
22 Ramsis St, Tel 02 2574 3373
Thurs 30, 7.30pm: El-Enshad El-Dini troupe performs religious chants.
Sat 2, 7.30pm: The Arab Music Heritage ensemble.
Thurs 7, 7.30pm: The Talents Development Centre concert.
American University in Cairo
New Cairo Campus
Malak Gabr Arts Theatre
Tues 5, 7pm - 9pm (Free and open to the public): Goodmori ensemble concert celebrates 30 years of diplomatic relations between Korea and Egypt. Goodmori ensemble will present traditional Korean music and instruments, alongside premieres of contemporary works by Korean composers, bringing together heritage and innovation in a unique cultural experience. The concert will also feature a special collaboration with AUC Arab Music ensemble as well as the Cairo Arab Choir, creating a vibrant musical dialogue that reflects the spirit of Korea–Egypt cultural exchange.
Cairo Opera House
Gezira Exhibition Grounds, Tel 02 2737 0602/2736 0361, box office 02 2739 0132/0144
Small Hall
Thurs 30, 7.30pm: Piano recital by Mariam El-Mamlouk.
Sat 2 May, 7.30pm: “One World…Different Melodies” concert (Japan).
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).
Thurs 30, 6.30pm: A concert of religious chanting by Sheikh Hussein El-Bayoumi.
Al-Gumhouriya Theatre
12 Al-Gumhouriya St, Abdin, Tel 02 2390 7707
Thurs 30 and Thurs 7 May, 7.30pm: The Abdel-Halim Noweira Arab music ensemble in a repertoire of classical Arab songs.
Sun 3, 7.30pm: The National Arab Music ensemble performs classical Arab songs.
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
Sat 2 May, 8pm: Bahaa El-Dahaby Quartet.
Tues 5, 6pm: Karaoke Night.
The Spot mall, infront of AUC Gate 4, New Cairo
Thurs 30, 9pm: Karaoke Night.
Fri 1 May, 7pm: Adele tribute night features The Daydreamers with powerful singer Perry led by the talented maestro/bassist Reham Zidan.
Mon 4, 9pm: Open Mic.
Tues 5, 9pm: Hop onto a musical night like no other with Maysara Yehia.
Thurs 7, 7pm: Phantom band.
El Sawy Culturewheel
End of 26th of July St, underneath the 15th of May Bridge, Zamalek, Tel 2736 8881/6178/2737 4448
Wisdom Hall
Thurs 30, 7pm: Ali El-Helbawy performs traditional Egyptian songs.
Sat 2 May, 7pm: A concert by Ashraf Mahrous and the Pharaohs band.
Tues 5, 7pm: A concert features musician Ihab Ezzeldin.
Wed 6, 7pm and Thurs 7, 6pm and 8pm: El Sawy Culturewheel Puppet Theatre show revives the concerts of Umm Kolthoum performing two of her much-loved songs.
River Hall
Sat 2 May, 7pm (standing): Strawberry Swing, ColdPlay tribute band.
Teatro Arkan
Arkan Plaza, El-Sheikh Zayed, Giza, Egypt
Thurs 30, 7pm: The Jazz Society of Egypt proudly celebrates International Jazz Day. For one unforgettable night, the finest voices of the Egyptian jazz scene unite on one stage in “Egypt’s Jazz All-Stars” — a spectacular showcase of artistry, rhythm, and soul. This year marks a historic moment as they present the debut of the Jazz Society of Egypt Orchestra, bringing a bold new sound to the heart of the celebration.
Fri 1 May, 7.30pm: After the success of the first edition, El Leila El Kebira returns to Teatro Arkan, the night will begin with an opening act before the main show, followed by a live performance filled with joy, Egyptian spirit, and the beloved characters audiences know and love, in an experience suitable for the whole family.
Thurs 7, 7.30pm: Get ready for a night of timeless music with Glass Onion, The Beatles Tribute Band, live at Teatro Arkan. Join a special live experience celebrating the iconic songs, unforgettable melodies, and pure nostalgia of The Beatles.
ALEXANDRIA
Alexandria Opera House (Sayed Darwish Theatre)
Fouad St, Mahatat Al-Raml, Alexandria, Tel 03/486 5106
Thurs 30, 7.30pm: A concert by Anna Pavlova Ballet Studio presented by the Russian House in Alexandria, choreography by Ekaterina Loginava, Yulia Zueva, Zeina Algheity and Nada El-Kateb.
Sun 3 May, 7.30pm: The Talents Development Centre concert.
Thurs 7, 7.30pm: Alexandria Opera Company for Arab Music and Singing.
* A version of this article appears in print in the 30 April, 2026 edition of Al-Ahram Weekly
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