The Pyramids Echo Festival (24 – 30 November)
Pyramids Panorama
Giza Pyramids Plateau, Al-Haram
Thurs 27, 8.30pm: “An Arabian Night and Cine Symphony Orchestra” concert, conducted by maestro Ahmed Oweda will feature acclaimed Lebanese singer Abeer Nehme and Syrian singer Faia Younan, both will bring a rare blind of authenticity and modern artistry, offering audiences a shared celebration of Arab music heritage.
Fri 28, 8.30pm: A special evening titled “Egyptian Stars Under the Pyramids” will showcase several renowned soloists at the Pyramids Panorama in Giza. The performance will feature violinists Mariam Abouzahra and Amira Abouzahra, violist Sindy Mohamed, tenor Ragaa Eldin, bass-baritone Ashraf Sewailam, and mezzo-soprano Gala El-Hadidi.
Sun 30, 8.30pm: “A Vocal Phenomenon” concert features Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen, known as one of the most remarkable voices of our time, a voice not just heard, but experienced.
American University in Cairo
New Cairo Campus
Malak Gabr Arts Theatre
Wed 3 Dec, 7pm: Centre Stage and Student Show; a dynamic concert showcasing the remarkable talents of the AUC music majors and students. This special event features a vibrant programme of diverse performances, showcasing the dedication and creativity cultivated within its music programme.
Arab Music Institute
22 Ramsis St, Tel 02 2574 3373
Thurs 27, 8.30pm: Nogoum Masriya troupe, led by Mustafa Mahdy.
Fri 28, 8.30pm: Soprano ensemble for Arab music, led by artist Ahmed Salem.
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
Thurs 27, 8.30pm: The Abdel-Halim Noweira Arab Music ensemble in a repertoire of classical Arab songs.
Sun 30, 8.30pm: The Cairo Symphony Orchestra (Greece Embassy).
Small Hall
Thurs 27, 8.30pm: Zay Al Hawa (like air) band.
Fri 28, 8.30pm: The Talents Development Centre concert.
Sun 30, 8.30pm: Sharara Sextet 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
Thurs 27, 8.30pm: The Arab Takht troupe for classical Arab songs.
Sun 30, 8.30pm: The Arab Music Heritage ensemble.
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
Thurs 27, 8pm: Rio is a band of 5 musicians who share the passion for Brazilian bossa nova and samba music in Egypt and the Middle East. They also like to cover some international songs with a Brazilian twist.
Fri 28, 8.30pm: Zalabya Musical is back — in a brand-new format blending musical comedy and improvisation.
Tues 2 Dec, 8pm: Karaoke night.
The Spot mall, infront of AUC Gate 4, New Cairo
Thurs 27, 8pm: Karaoke night.
Sat 29, 8pm: The Joke Squad Vol.1 stand-up comedy show.
Tues 2 Dec and Thurs 4, 8pm: Cassette 90s band.
Wed 3, 8pm: 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 28, 8pm: Religious chanting by Al-Hadra troupe.
Sat 29, 8pm: A concert features Cassette 90s band.
Tues 2 Dec, 7pm: A concert of classical Arab music by singer Ismail Sadeq.
Wisdom Hall
Wed 3 (6pm and 8pm), Thurs 4 (6pm and 8pm): El Sawy Culturewheel Puppet Theatre show revives the concerts of Umm Kolthoum performing two of her much-loved songs.
Word Hall
Thurs 27, 8pm: Konafa Comedy Night.
ALEXANDRIA
Alexandria Opera House (Sayed Darwish Theatre)
Fouad St, Mahatat Al-Raml, Alexandria, Tel 03/486 5106
Thurs 27, 8.30pm: Alexandria Opera Company for Arab Music and Singing in a repertoire of classical Arab songs.
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Chatby, Alexandria 21526, Tel (03) 4839999
Conference Centre Main Hall
Mon 1 Dec, 7pm: A concert by Bibliotheca Alexandrina Children Choir and the piano class students, under the supervision of Mireille Banoub and Mai Adel.
* A version of this article appears in print in the 27 November, 2025 edition of Al-Ahram Weekly
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