Mostafa El-Razzaz's exquisite exhibition at Zamalek Art gallery is a must see

Al-Ahram Weekly

04-03-2025

American University in Cairo
New Cairo Campus, Abdul Latif Jameel Hall, Plaza Level, Tel [phone]
The Photographic Gallery
"Yemen: A Fractured Reality", an exhibition by award-winning photojournalist Asmaa Waguih. The exhibition focuses on the people of Yemen who are caught up in a tragic civil war. This new exhibition is a sequel to the gallery's series of photographic shows that highlight contemporary visual media from global conflict zones (13 February - 13 March).
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.
Al Mashhad
23 b Ismail Mohamed St, off Abu El-Feda, Zamalek, 01211100727
Exhibition by icon of Egyptian surrealism in the last third of the twentieth century and the beginning of the third millennium Mohamed Riad Said (closing 27 March).
Mashrabia Gallery of Contemporary Art
15 Mahmoud Bassiouny St, Downtown, Cairo, Tel [phone],
open daily from 11am to 8pm except Fridays
"My Favourite Things 9" annual group exhibition is promoting and supporting up and coming women artists in Egypt. Its main aim is to guarantee for women to have a permanent and safe space, for exposure and free expression, maintaining a high artistic quality based on originality and innovative thought. This year's selection includes around 18 female artists, most of them participating for the first time (closing 31 March).
Museum of Modern Egyptian Art\Cairo Opera House Grounds, Gezira, Zamalek, Tel [phone]
Al-Bab Selim Hall
"Tender Roads" exhibition of painting by Maher Guirguis
(4-15 March).
Picasso
30 Hassan Assem off Brazil St, Zamalek, Tel [phone]
Hall I
"Mythology" exhibition of paintings by Mostafa Rahma
(closing 28 February).
Hall II
"Echoes of Serenity" photography exhibition by Romany Hafez (closing 28 February).
Safarkhan
6 Brazil St, Zamalek, Tel [phone]
'Zikr' (remembrance) exhibition features works by Mohamed Hassan, Rana Chalabi, and Catherine Bakhoum. In the spirit of the holy month of Ramadan, the gallery is presenting a dedicated collection of works that coincide with this spiritual time of year. This exhibition sees a curated assortment of works under the unifying theme of zikr (remembrance), the form of worship in reverent remembrance of God performed and recited repeatedly in submission to his grace and mercy. The act of remembrance is most notably associated with the Sufi rite, and often involves a specific posture, breathing and movement accompanied by recurrent utterances of the various names of God and supplications from the Islamic scriptures. Indeed, the Holy Quran itself is considered by Muslims to be the preeminent form of zikr, a potent and omnipotent reminder from God conveyed through the prophets and messengers, as well as our response to that remembrance, signifying a reciprocal interaction between the human and divine (1- 29 March).
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)
Al-Sheikh Rihan St, off Tahrir Square, Tel [phone]
Margo Veillon Gallery of Modern Egyptian Art and Oriental Hall
"Reflections of the Nile (or The Nile through Swiss Eyes)" is an exhibition displaying the mesmerizing photography of Swiss artist Margo Veillon (1907–2003). Her work captures the beauty and vitality of the Nile as it winds through Egypt—from Aswan and Luxor to Meniya and Cairo. The exhibition not only honors Veillon's artistic legacy but also sparks a meaningful dialogue about water's critical role in our lives and the urgency of its preservation. By blending art with advocacy, it inspires a collective commitment to sustainable water policies and the protection of this invaluable resource for future generations (closing 15 March).
TAM
District 5, Marakek, New Katamya, Cairo Sokhna Road, before Master Express Gas Station, entrance from Gate 3, weekdays (Sun-Thurs), 10am-6pm, Tel [phone]
"The Fields of Iaru" solo exhibition by Egyptian contemporary artist Alaa Abul Hamd. Inspired by ancient Egyptian mythology, this body of work reimagines the Fields of Iaru—not as a distant paradise, but as an eternal homeland where souls find peace and love transcends time (14 February- 30 March).
UBUNTU
20 Hassan Sabry St, (entrance from Ibn Zinki St), Zamalek, Tel [phone]
First Floor
"Level Four" a group exhibition showcasing a selection of graduation projects by 17 artists from the Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University (Class of 2024). Participating artists: Ahmed Refaat, Amira Khalil, Asmaa Habib, Aya Tarek, Basma Hossam, Fady George, Haidy Hesham, Joyce Emad, and many more (10 February - 8 May).
Ground Floor
'Man Passes There through Forests of Symbols" exhibition of drawing by Mahmoud Talaat. Drawing inspiration from his daily experiences, the city's fabric, and human experiences, Mahmoud seeks to incorporate multiple dimensions and layers into his artworks (10 February - 8 March).
Zamalek Art gallery
11 Brazil St, Zamalek, Tel [phone]
"Gifts of the Sea" the latest exhibition of painting and sculpture by Mostafa El-Razzaz (16 February- 15 March).
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 6 March, 2025 edition of Al-Ahram Weekly
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