​Don't miss Ahmed Emad's exhibition at Arcade gallery

Al-Ahram Weekly

15-04-2025

Arcade
25 Orabi St, off Port Said, Maadi, Tel [phone]
"Synonyms" exhibition of painting by artist Ahmed Emad
(6- 20 April).
Bibliothek
Arkan Plaza, Extension of Sheikh Zayed District, Giza, Tel [phone] 66500748
"The Impact of Writing" exhibition by artist Mariem Abu Taleb is about writing as a tool of expression, transcends mere communication; it is a visual language capable of conveying emotions, often through text that goes unread. Through black expressive handwriting, the exhibition invites viewers into a world where script moves beyond conventional readability, transforming into abstract compositions that encourage deep engagement beyond its literal meaning (10 April- 9 May).
Cairo Opera Complex
Gezira Exhibition Grounds, Zamalek
Salah Taher gallery
Tel [phone]
Exhibition of glass artworks by Mohamed Zeinhom
(17- 22 April).
Music Library (Ziad Bakir) gallery
Painting exhibition by Iman El-Ghazaly (16 -18 April).
Czech Embassy
4 Al Dokki Street, Giza, behind the German School, Tel [phone]
'Treasures of Czechia', an exhibition on Czechia's UNESCO heritage. Czech artist Markéta Zlesáková displays her unique work inspired by Czech folk ornamentation and Arabic calligraphy and ornament. The artworks will remain on display along the Czech Embassy wall (2 April- end of July).
Cervantes Institute
20 Boulos Hanna St, Dokki, Tel [phone]
'Writers in Caricature, Drawing Literature' exhibition is held during the great week of books and writers, a new exhibition of caricatures of the most famous writers of Hispanic and world literature such as Neruda, Quevedo, Martín Gaite, Vargas Llosa, Kanafani, Kafka, and Verne (22 April - 9 May).
Falak 369
7 Gamal El-Din Abou El-Mahasen St, ground floor, Garden City, Cairo, Tel [phone]
'Today There, Tomorrow Here' duet exhibition by Egyptian artist Hamdy Reda and his wife German artist Charlotte Liebrecht
(10 April- 5 May).
Al-Hanager Arts Centre
Cairo Opera Complex, Gezira Exhibition Grounds, Zamalek, Tel
Tel [phone]
Adam Henein Hall
The exhibition of the participating works in the ninth edition of the Adam Henein Sculpture Competition (28 April- 2 May).
Italian Cultural Institute
3 El-Sheikh El Marsafy St, Zamalek, Tel [phone] 8791
'Cultural Dialogues: Art Beyond Borders' celebrates artistic expression and promotes international cultural exchange. is Curated by Sahar Behairy, the exhibition features a diverse array of artworks created by diplomatic artists, including the spouses of Egyptian diplomats, as well as representatives from embassies and international organizations accredited in Egypt. Each piece embodies our shared global heritage. Through a rich tapestry of visual arts, music, and dialogue, the exhibition aims to foster mutual understanding and highlights the significant role of art in advancing cultural diplomacy (16 - 24 April).
Italian/Egyptian Centre for Restoration and Antiquities (CIERA)
31 Al Suyuffeya St, Al Helmeya, Cairo, visitors are welcomed by appointments so contact the manager Mr. Salah Ramadan 0100 8716067
Architectural complex of the Mevlevi Dervish 'Samaa Khana, Restorations and Restorers' permanent exhibition of the activities of the working/formation sites for the restoration and recovery of the monuments. Visitors are welcomed during the opening hours determined by the Ministry of Antiquities.
Mashrabia Gallery of Contemporary Art
15 Mahmoud Bassiouny St, Downtown, Cairo, Tel [phone], open daily from 11am to 8pm except Fridays
'The Cowardly Kick Starter" exhibition by Osama Ehab draws a parallel between mechanical systems and the human psyche through the concept of 'exploitation' (6 April- 5 May).
Misr
4A Ibn Zankai St, from Hassan Sabri, Zamalek, Tel [phone]
'Hunna', a collective exhibition featuring women artists from the MENA region including among many others Reem Al Faisal,
Aliaa Elgready, Eman Ezzat, Ghadah Alkandari, Hend Adnan
Hind Nasser, Petra Serhal, and Rima Salamoun
(closing 8 May).
Picasso
30 Hassan Assem off Brazil St, Zamalek, Tel [phone]
Hall I
"Letters to Kalder' painting exhibition by Hisham Abdel-Moati
(6-20 April).
Hall II
"Resonance: The Art of Six Voices' miscellaneous group exhibition features Effat Hosny, Fathy Afifi, Emad Ibrahim, Sameh El-Banany, Mustafa Rahma, and Refaat Ahmed
(6-20 April).
Safarkhan
6 Brazil St, Zamalek, Tel [phone]
'Mosaics of Dahshur: King's Lake' is exhibiting the exploits of a humble mosaicist atelier, the only one of its kind in Egypt. Nestled within the lush farmlands of Dahshur, this quaint locale appears alluringly lost in time (8 - 29 April).
Swailam
14 El-Saleh Ayoub St, Zamalek, Tel [phone]
"Him and Her - Art Duos" collective exhibition showcases contemporary artworks by 32 renowned artists, celebrating the artistic pairs. It is a rich tapestry of artistic diversity and innovation (22 February- 30 April).
Tahrir Cultural Centre (TCC)
AUC's Tahrir Campus, Downtown, 24 Falaki St, Downtown Cairo, Tel [phone]
Legacy Gallery
"Portraits of A Golden Age' step into the captivating world of Van-Leo, Cairo's legendary portrait photographer in this exhibition
(10 April- 1 June).
TAM
Km 28, Cairo-Alexandria Desert Road, Abu Rawash, Giza-Egypt, 0100 0773860
Painting exhibition by Ayyad Alnimer. With a practice rooted in emotional authenticity, Alnimer unveils a poignant collection that speaks to his enduring quest for renewal (12 - 24 April).
Yassin art gallery
159, 26th July St, Behind Diwan Bookstore, Zamalek, Tel [phone]
'Voyage' exhibition of sculpture by Hany El-Sayed (6-28 April).
ALEXANDRIA
Bibliotheca Alexandrina
Port Said St, Chatby, Alexandria 21526, Tel [phone]
Archeological Museum
A permanent exhibition on the results of the Archaeological Mission of the University of Turin in Nelson Island.
* A version of this article appears in print in the 17 April, 2025 edition of Al-Ahram Weekly
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