American University in Cairo
New Cairo Campus
Malak Gabr Arts Theatre
Thurs 4, 7pm: The Singer-Songwriter Ensemble brings together AUC’s emerging talented students who share their honest and expressive songs in a variety of styles, ranging from Rn'B, rock, pop, western classical and country.
Bassily Auditorium
Thurs 4, 7pm: OSL Dance Night concert’s theme of this year’s Office of Student Life Annual Dance Night, Where Cinema Meets the Stage, will bring the magic of film to life through dance. The AUC three dance troupes: Folklore, Tap and Hip-Hop, will perform vibrant pieces inspired by iconic movies from Egyptian cinema and Hollywood.
Arab Music Institute
22 Ramsis St, Tel 02 2574 3373
Fri 5, 8.30pm: El-Enshad El-Dini troupe performs religious chants.
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 5, 8.30pm: A concert by artist Steve Barakat (Canada).
Sat 6, 8.30pm: The Cairo Symphony Orchestra.
Mon 8, 8.30pm: A concert by superstar Ali El-Haggar.
Wed 10, 8.30pm: The Cairo Opera Company and the Cairo Opera Orchestra present a Merry Christmas concert.
Thurs 11, 8.30pm: The Abdel-Halim Noweira ensemble in a concert of classical Arab songs.
Small Hall
Sun 7, 8.30pm: Cairo Café band.
Fri 12, 8.30pm: 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).
Al-Gumhouriya Theatre
12 Al-Gumhouriya St, Abdin, Tel 02 2390 7707
Fri 5, 8.30pm: Isis Strings Orchestra for amateurs, led by Khaled Saleh.
Sun 7, 8.30pm: The National Arab Music ensemble in a repertoire of classical Arab songs.
Grand Egyptian Museum
Cairo-Alexandria Desert Rd, Giza. 11 km, Tel 02 35317344
Fri 5, 9pm: An unforgettable and magical concert featuring the mesmerizing voice of soprano Fatma Said, accompanied by maestro Nader Abbassi.
Kasr El Nile Cinema & Theatre
6 Kasr El Nile St, Downtown, Cairo
Thurs 4- Sun 7, 8pm: Al Milad Christmas Musical is a spellbinding musical that reimagines the timeless Nativity story, brought to life by Campus Crusade for Christ – Egypt. Penned by Ibrahim Maurice and Dalia Farid, directed by Rena Andrawes, and produced by David Yowakim, Al Milad unites powerful live vocals with a deeply moving theatrical narrative. Step into the journey of the Holy Family — a story of courage, faith, and grace — and rediscover the heart of Christmas through music, emotion, and hope.
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.
Al-Qobbah Palace
203 Teraat Al Gabal, Al Zaytoun Al Qebleyah, Hada'iq El Qobbah, Cairo
Fri 28, 6.30pm: Join the legendary voices of Bahaa Sultan and Amal Maher as they grace this spectacular setting (Please note that this is a seated event, shuttle buses service will be available to ensure easy access to the venue).
Rawabet Art Space
5 Hussien Pasha El-Meaamar St. ext. of Mahmoud Bassiouny St, Maarouf, Qasr El Nil, Downtown
Thurs 27, 7pm: “Spin the Show” is an interactive comedy show where the audience drives every detail. You don't just watch; you direct, choosing the costumes, props, and even the actors' performances.
Room Art Space & Café
10 Etihad Al Mohamin, Garden City, Tel 01000 068 159
Mon 8, 8pm: Kamary in Halim’s night.
Tues 9, 8pm: Karaoke night.
Thurs 11, 8pm: A concert features Hellrider and Anemoya bands. Hellrider is a five-piece black/speed/punk band founded in 2021, first single was dropped in 2023. Two years later, the band unleashed their debut full-length album “Rise of The Menace” (2025) which was praised by the Egyptian metal/rock underground scene. Anemoya rises from Cairo’s underground, weaving progressive metal with gothic influences into a sound of crushing riffs, soaring melodies, and cinematic tension.
The Spot mall, infront of AUC Gate 4, New Cairo
Thurs 4, 8pm: Cassette 90s band.
Fri 5, 8pm: Mosalem performing in room art space for the first time, you will pay one pound only to attend, don’t forget your coins.
Sat 6, 8pm: Stand-up comedy by Ahmed Abdallah.
Sun 7, 8pm: Mafesh kalam gad (not series talk) stand-up comedy show.
Mon 8, 8pm: Fifth band, a group of friends with a shared love for music, bringing together a night full of good music and good vibes.
Tues 9, 8pm: Gina Shawqi takes the stage for her debut EP performance — a dark pop experience blending haunting melodies, emotional storytelling, and cinematic soundscapes.
Wed 10, 8pm: Karaoke night.
El Samer Theatre
Madinet Al-Aalam, Cornish Al-Nile, Agouza, Tel 010 55156030
Fri 5, doors open at 7.30pm, concert starts at 8pm: A concert by Italian trio Accordi Disaccordi composed of Alessandro Di Virgilio (lead guitar), Dario Berlucchi (rhythm guitar), and Dario Scopesi (double bass). They have released five albums, with their latest work titled Decanter — an entirely original collection enriched with diverse musical influences. In Decanter, you’ll discover the richest sound of their repertoire, featuring 11 original tracks written by the band. Classical melodies, Latin rhythms, virtuosic guitar lines, blues nuances, and cinematic ballads blend together to give this album a refined and distinctive acoustic character.
El Sawy Culturewheel
End of 26th of July St, underneath the 15th of May Bridge, Zamalek, Tel 2736 8881/6178/2737 4448
River Hall
Thurs 4 and Fri 5, 7pm: An evening of poetry and music by poet Amr Hassan.
Sat 6, 7.30pm (Standing): A singing recital by Rashad Combal.
Sun 7, .30pm (Standing): Party Monsters, the Weekend tribute band.
Religious chanting by
Thurs 11, 8pm: A singing recital by Lamia El-Riahi.
Wisdom Hall
Thurs 4 (6pm and 8pm): El Sawy Culturewheel Puppet Theatre show revives the concerts of Umm Kolthoum performing two of her much-loved songs.
Fri 5, 7.30pm: Folk and traditional songs by singer Ali El Helbawy.
Sun 7, 7.30pm: Piano recital by Nahla El-Bebawy.
Word Hall
Thurs 11, 7.30pm: Ninety Comedy Night stand-up comedy show.
Teatro Arkan
Arkan Plaza, El-Sheikh Zayed, Giza, Egypt
Thurs 11, 8pm: Under the leadership of maestro Mohamed Othman, Ayamna El Helwa band brings together talented vocalists and some of Egypt’s finest musicians.
ALEXANDRIA
Alexandria Opera House (Sayed Darwish Theatre)
Fouad St, Mahatat Al-Raml, Alexandria, Tel 03/486 5106
Thurs 11, 8.30pm: A concert by Alexandria Opera Strings Orchestra.
* A version of this article appears in print in the 4 December, 2025 edition of Al-Ahram Weekly
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