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Al-Ahram Weekly
3 hours ago
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Not to be missed: Amr Diab in New Alamein, Hisham Kharma, Wust El-Balad in Alexandria, Shady El Qasseer in Cairo - Music - Arts & Culture
Ahram Online highlights a selection of do-not-miss events this week, 30 July - 5 August, in Cairo, Alexandria, and New Alamein. New films across cinemas starting 30 July - Fear Below, starring Hermione Corfield, Will Fletcher, Jake Ryan - Bring Her Back, starring Sally Hawkins, Billy Barratt, Mischa Heywood Last days of the 18th Egyptian National Theatre Festival 20 July - 6 August Launched in 2006, the Egyptian National Theatre Festival has grown into the country's largest annual event dedicated to the theatrical arts. This year's lineup features a diverse array of performances by troupes affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the General Organization of Cultural Palaces, the Art House for Theatre, the Academy of Arts, private theatres, and student groups from the Higher Institute of Theatrical Arts, as well as various universities. Many of the plays have already received critical and audience acclaim, while others are being introduced to wider audiences for the first time. Wust El-Balad - 9pm Hisham Abbas - 10pm Wednesday 30 July, Alexandria International Sports Stadium Wust El-Balad is an Egyptian rock band founded in 1999 by oud and flute player Ahmed Omran and guitarist/vocalist Hany Adel. The current lineup also includes Adham El-Saeid, Mohamed 'Mizo' Gamal El-Din, Ahmed Omar (bass), Asaad Nessim, and Ehab 'Bob' Abdel-Hameed. Wael El-Said and Mounir Maher are among the band's most recent additions. Known for blending Western rock rhythms with traditional Egyptian music, Wust El-Balad has carved out a distinctive sound that continues to resonate with diverse audiences. Born in 1963, Hisham Abbas is a celebrated Egyptian singer renowned for both his pop hits and religious songs. He rose to fame in the early 1990s with tracks like Wana Wana Wana and Ta'ala, and is perhaps best known for his hit Habibi Dah (Nari Narain) and the religious anthem Asmaa Allah Al-Husna. Over the decades, Abbas has released numerous solo albums, regularly performs live, and has also taken part in various television series, films, and theatrical productions. Both concerts are part of the Summer Festival for Music and Singing, organized under the auspices of the Cairo Opera House. Massar Egbari - music Thursday 31 July, 8pm El-Sawy Culturewheel (El-Sakia), Zamalek, Cairo Founded in 2005, Massar Egbari has built a strong following in Egypt and beyond. The band's lineup includes Hani El-Dakkak (guitar and lead vocals), Ahmed Hafez (bass guitar), Tamer Attallah (drums), Ayman Massoud (keyboards), and Mahmoud Siam (guitar). Known for their distinctive sound and socially conscious lyrics, Massar Egbari regularly sells out concerts across Egypt and has performed both regionally and internationally. Shady El-Qasseer - music Thursday 31 July, 8pm Cairo Jazz Club, 197 A, 26th of July St, Cairo This jazz night will celebrate Shady El Qasseer's 10th anniversary and feature Noha Fekry, a well-established singer-songwriter and one of the first Egyptian women to make a lasting mark on the country's jazz scene. El Qasseer, an Egyptian saxophonist and composer, is renowned for his dynamic performances and a prominent presence in Cairo's vibrant jazz circuit. Hisham Kharma - 9pm Khaled Selim - 10pm Thursday 31 July, Alexandria International Sports Stadium Hisham Kharma began performing live concerts in 2016, often accompanied by a grand orchestra. He has headlined major events at iconic venues, including the Pyramids of Giza, the Cairo Citadel, and London's Mansion House. Kharma is also known for composing the theme music for numerous national events and key Egyptian institutions. Singer Khaled Selim rose to fame with Eish (Live), the theme song of the 2001 film El-Sellem w El-Te'ban. Since then, he has released several popular albums and starred in a range of movies and television series. Both concerts are part of the Summer Festival for Music and Singing, organized by the Cairo Opera House. Mohamed Ramadan - music Thursday 31 July, 10pm Porto Golf, Al-Alamein, North Coast One of Egypt's best-known actors-turned-rappers, Mohamed Ramadan, 36, rose to fame through cinema and television before launching a parallel music career over the past six years. He is known for a string of rap-mahraganat hits, including Balalein, Number One, Ala Allah, Taaleily, Mafia, Tanteet, Zilzal, Coronavirus, and Aladdin Lamp, among others. Many of his songs score high viewership on YouTube and streaming platforms. His track Bum Bum, for example, exceeded 200 million views shortly after release. Among his most recent singles, released in July, are Eh Ya Albi (What's Up, My Heart) and Men Dahr Raagel. Amr Diab - music Friday 1 August U Arena, New Alamein Amr Diab is one of the most prominent and widely recognized pop singers in the region, drawing crowds of thousands to his live concerts and consistently ranking among the most-streamed artists on digital platforms. With over 30 albums and a long list of regional and international awards, the megastar—affectionately dubbed El-Haddaba (The Hill) by fans—has sustained a four-decade career while continuing to grow his fan base. Ahmad Ali El Haggar - music Monday 4 August, 9pm Room Art Space & Café, The Spot Mall, New Cairo Egyptian singer, songwriter, and producer Ahmed Ali El-Haggar is known for blending traditional music with jazz and neo-soul influences. In recent years, El-Haggar has emerged as one of the most prominent young independent musicians in Egypt. He has also performed alongside notable international artists, including Carole King, Jason Mraz, and Melissa Etheridge. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
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25-06-2025
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Massar Egbari to Perform Live at El Sawy Culture Wheel on July 31
Yara Sameh Egyptian underground band Massar Egbari will perform live at the El Sawy Cultural Wheel in Sheikh Zayed, on Thursday, July 12. They are set to present several of their popular and latest songs. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Massar Egbari (@ Massar Egbari, which means 'Compulsory Detour', is one of the most famous and oldest singing groups in Egypt and the Arab world. The band was founded in 2005 and consists of Ayman Massoud, Hany El Dakkak, Ahmed Hafez, Tamer Attallah, and Mahmoud Siam. Massar Egbari tackles social problems with their music, inserts a mix of Alternative Egyptian Music, and blends rock, jazz, and blues with some Oriental music. In 2011, the band was honored by UNESCO in Paris. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
Al-Ahram Weekly
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Not to be missed: Massar Egbari, Tablet Elsitt in Cairo, Egyptian Project in Soma Bay - Music - Arts & Culture
Ahram Online highlights a selection of do-not-miss events this week 16-22 April in Cairo, and beyond New films across cinemas Thursday 17 April brings several new films to movie theatres across Egypt: - Sinners, starring Hailee Steinfeld, Michael B. Jordan, Wunmi Mosaku, Jack O'Connell - Absolution, starring Daniel Diemer, Javier Molina, Frankie Shaw, Liam Neeson - Moon the Panda, starring Alexandra Lamy, Ye Liu, Sylvia Chang Ali El-Haggar - music Wednesday 16 April, 8pm El-Sawy Culturewheel, River Hall, 26th of July street, Zamalek, Cairo El-Haggar is one of the best-known singers in Egypt and the Arab world over the past four decades. His songs carry lyrics drawn from the poetry of Salah Jahin, Abdel-Rahman El-Abnoudy and Sayed Hegab to music by the country's most renowned composers such as Baligh Hamdy, Sayed Mekkawy, Omar Khairat, among others. Hany Mustafa - music Thursday 17 April, 8pm El-Sawy Culturewheel, Wisdom Hall, 26th of July street, Zamalek, Cairo Hany Mustafa, known by his stage name Hany Must, is an Egyptian singer, songwriter and musician. The former frontman of rock band Egoz began his solo career in 2010 with the five-track EP September. He is also one of the lead singers of the Fabrica Musical Theatre company. His style draws from the indie, alternative and ambient music genres, and his music has greatly contributed to the Egyptian underground scene. Massar Egbari - music Friday 18 April, 8pm Theatro Arkan, Sheikh Zayed city, Cairo Founded in 2005, Massar Egbari has gained a large following in Egypt and beyond, with a lineup featuring Hani El-Dakkak on guitar and lead vocals, Ahmed Hafez on bass guitar, Tamer Attallah on drums, Ayman Massoud on keyboards, and Mahmoud Siam on guitar. Massar Egbari regularly sells out concerts in Egypt and has also performed in the region and internationally. Disco Misr - music Friday 18 April, 9pm Cairo Jazz Club, Sheikh Zayed, Cairo Disco Misr was formed in the mid-2010s by an Egyptian electronic music group consisting of two DJs and one VJ (visual jockey). The band represents a new Arabic pop which relies on their original fusions of electronic music, house, nu-disco and punk music with Arabic tunes, many of which are well known to the listeners. 3 in 1: Crime, Art, and Therapy - theatre plays Friday 18, Saturday 19 April, 8pm Rawabet Art Space, 5 Hussein Basha Al Meamari, Downtown Cairo The evening will present three theatre short plays, titled Crime, Art, and Therapy, consecutively. Each play offers a different perspective on life. The first play is a mysterious investigation, split into two parts: the first with a one-word dialogue, and the second with two words. The second play follows an artist constantly battling the obstacles that block her creativity. The third play is about a young man who starts therapy to confront his weaknesses. Will he succeed? Tablet Elsitt - music Saturday 19 April, 8pm Theatro Arkan, Sheikh Zayed city, Cairo The troupe consists of women percussionists. Founded by folk music student and enthusiast Soha Mohamed in 2019, the group is bringing Egypt's musical heritage back. Egyptian Project - music Saturday 19 April, 9pm Cairo Jazz Club - Soma Bay Egyptian Project is a French-Egyptian musical group that emerged from a unique collaboration between French producer Jérôme Ettinger and several prominent Egyptian musicians. Founded in 2007, the group blends traditional Egyptian instruments such as the arghul, rababa, kawala, and darbuka with contemporary electronic genres like trip-hop, minimal techno, and hip-hop. Their debut album, Ya Amar (2013), showcases this fusion, featuring tracks like 'Mnen Agebak' and 'Sofy,' which have resonated with audiences both in Egypt and internationally The ensemble's lineup includes renowned Egyptian artists: Sayed Emam on vocals and kawala, Salama Metwally on violin and rababa, and Ragab Sadek on percussion. Their performances are celebrated for their captivating energy and cultural depth, often incorporating elements of Sufi music and engaging live interactions with audiences. Radio Band - music Monday 21 April, 8pm El-Sawy Culturewheel, River Hall, 26th of July street, Zamalek, Cairo Radio Band is a vocal and musical group made up of several voices and skilled young musicians, performing well known covers from the Arab and international music repertoire. The band is led by composer Helmy Amer. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
CairoScene
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
SELECTS: A Week in the Life of Egyptian Star Yasmina El Abd
El Abd gives Scene Styled an intimate look at her personal style, shaped by her fast-paced lifestyle in the limelight. In just a few short years, Egyptian actress Yasmina El Abd has built a cinematic presence that stands out, especially at the young age of 18. From her breakout role as Zeina in the hit Netflix series 'Finding Ola', to her performances in the Ramadan 2024 series 'Massar Egbari' and the family drama 'Mawdoo' 'Aeli', El Abd has demonstrated a remarkable range, refusing to be confined to a singular persona or role. In Ramadan 2025, El Abd shone alongside Amina Khalil, Ahmed El Saadany, Youssra El Lozy, and Mohamed Shahin in 'Lam Shamseya', delivering her most nuanced performance yet—one that resonated deeply with Egyptian audiences. Yet, whether she's walking the red carpet or sharing a candid moment on social media, her fashion choices reflect a playful and refined aesthetic. 'With fashion, I tend to lean more towards classic styles, but whenever I do something different, I embrace the moment, because you always have to try different things.' Yasmina El Abd tells SceneStyled. In this exclusive edition of Scene Styled Selects, Yasmina El Abd curates a capsule wardrobe, virtually taking us through a week in her life, sharing insights into her personal style, and the thought process behind her favourite pieces. Lunch With the Girls Raspberry Suede Coat | Miu Miu ANINE BING | Blue Roy Jeans Merino Wool | Crew-neck Jumper Loro Piana | Summer Walk Pink Suede Slippers The Row | Beige Small N/S Park Tote 'I've been loving a long coat lately for this weather, and this raspberry Miu Miu coat is so major! I paired it with a basic merino wool top from COS because I LOVE their basics, and jeans to lay it back and let the coat shine.' Yasmina El Abd tells SceneStyled. Maybelline | Lifter Liner Emi Jay | Sweetheart Clip in Pink Chantilly Angel Food Messika | Puces Move Uno Miu Miu | Miu Regard Sunglasses Spinelli Kilcollin | Linked Rings 'And you can never go wrong with a pair of Loro summer walks, so comfortable and chic. Also obsessed with this Spinelli ring lately. These coveted Miu Miu sunnies, a muted The Row handbag, a cute Emi Jay hair clip, and my favourite Maybelline lip liner!' she adds. Pilates (Princess) Class Elemnts | Criss Cross Flared Legging Elemnts | Quarter Sleeve ON | Cloudswift 3 'This Elemnts set is so good! I love a local set. I paired it with this gorgeous Alanui sweater and a pair of On sneakers because I'm Swiss, so I had to. This Bottega mini Wallace is also so cute. I've been obsessed with navy forever and love a monochromatic outfit. A Pilates outfit is never complete without a pair of sunglasses; these basic Chanel sunnies are to die for!' Bottega Veneta | Navy & Indigo Mini Wallace Bag Alanui | Cashmere Cardigan Chanel | Oval Sunglasses Maybelline | Lifter Gloss On the Red Carpet Safiyaa | Holliana Swinton Long Dress Tiffany & Co. | Double Row Hinged Bangle Tiffany & Co. | T1 Narrow Pavé Diamond Hinged Bangle Tiffany & Co. | Drop Earrings Jean Schlumberger by Tiffany | Sixteen Stone Ring 'I love being sleek and timeless on a red carpet. This burgundy/wine Safiyaa dress is the epitome of the perfect dress for an elegant and understated, yet still elevated, look. I paired it with my favourite Tiffany jewels and these Rene Caovillas that I love and look so great on. And the cherry on top is this mini top-handle Chanel!' Chanel | Burgundy Quilted Lambskin Top Handle Mini Clutch on Chain Gold Hardware Renee Caovillas | Juniper Metal Gold Sandal 105 The Travel Fit 'When travelling, I love being comfortable but still confident while strolling around the airport.' MYNE | Plush Knit Set - Espresso Brown Rimowa | Essential Cabin 'This MYNE chocolate knit set is perfect! I paired it with a grey Rimowa carry-on and a chocolate oversized Bottega Andiamo to hold everything I need – I'm a serious overpacker. I looped in more grey with these Golden Goose sneakers, which are a STAPLE. These oversized Bottega sunnies because I am actually obsessed with Bottega,' El Abd laughs. Bottega Veneta | Large Andiamo Golden Goose | Super-star Distressed Leather Sneakers Bottega Veneta | Mitre Square Sunglasses 'This Loewe scent I actually found while travelling at the airport, and it's such a beautiful scent. My number 1 staple – this Cartier Tank that was actually my dad's way back when! This will definitely be a family heirloom – don't think I've taken it off since I stole it! And the Maybelline Sun Kisser has been another staple in my routine, as it's the perfect blush/bronzer combo, which is so perfect when travelling and wanting to look put together with the least amount of effort.' she shares. Loewe | Loewe 001 Woman Eau de Parfum Maybelline | Sunkisser The Meeting Look 'This outfit includes five of my staples! The Loro knit, Another Tomorrow blue jeans, and the Double A belt are paired with some of my favourite pieces in my closet. The black Picotin, Tom Ford sunnies that I'll never get bored of, these Khaite boots I recently purchased and I'm OBSESSED, my signature scent, Rose Rouge, and my favourite mascara of all time! And we're manifesting the Aquanaut, so I had to add it to this look.' Another Tomorrow | High-rise Denim Trousers Loro Piana | Loro Sweater AA | Kinsley Leather Belt Brown KHAITE | Dallas Knee-high Leather Boots Hérmes | Picotin 22 Tom Ford | Round Sunglasses Maybelline | Lash Sensational Sky High Van Cleef & Arpels | Rose Rouge Patek Philippe | Aquanaut
CairoScene
28-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
SELECTS: A Week in the Life of Egyptian Rising Star Yasmina El Abd
El Abd gives Scene Styled an intimate look at her personal style, shaped by her fast-paced lifestyle in the limelight. In just a few short years, Egyptian actress and rising star Yasmina El Abd has built a cinematic presence that stands out, especially at the young age of 18. From her breakout role as Zeina in the hit Netflix series 'Finding Ola', to her performances in the Ramadan 2024 series 'Massar Egbari' and the family drama 'Mawdoo' 'Aeli', El Abd has demonstrated a remarkable range, refusing to be confined to a singular persona or role. In Ramadan 2025, El Abd shone alongside Amina Khalil, Ahmed El Saadany, Youssra El Lozy, and Mohamed Shahin in 'Lam Shamseya', delivering her most nuanced performance yet—one that resonated deeply with Egyptian audiences. Yet, whether she's walking the red carpet or sharing a candid moment on social media, her fashion choices reflect a playful and refined aesthetic. 'With fashion, I tend to lean more towards classic styles, but whenever I do something different, I embrace the moment, because you always have to try different things.' Yasmina El Abd tells SceneStyled. In this exclusive edition of Scene Styled Selects, Yasmina El Abd curates a capsule wardrobe, virtually taking us through a week in her life, sharing insights into her personal style, and the thought process behind her favourite pieces. Lunch With the Girls Raspberry Suede Coat | Miu Miu ANINE BING | Blue Roy Jeans Merino Wool | Crew-neck Jumper Loro Piana | Summer Walk Pink Suede Slippers The Row | Beige Small N/S Park Tote 'I've been loving a long coat lately for this weather, and this raspberry Miu Miu coat is so major! I paired it with a basic merino wool top from COS because I LOVE their basics, and jeans to lay it back and let the coat shine.' Yasmina El Abd tells SceneStyled. Maybelline | Lifter Liner Emi Jay | Sweetheart Clip in Pink Chantilly Angel Food Messika | Puces Move Uno Miu Miu | Miu Regard Sunglasses Spinelli Kilcollin | Linked Rings 'And you can never go wrong with a pair of Loro summer walks, so comfortable and chic. Also obsessed with this Spinelli ring lately. These coveted Miu Miu sunnies, a muted The Row handbag, a cute Emi Jay hair clip, and my favourite Maybelline lip liner!' she adds. Pilates (Princess) Class Elemnts | Criss Cross Flared Legging Elemnts | Quarter Sleeve ON | Cloudswift 3 'This Elemnts set is so good! I love a local set. I paired it with this gorgeous Alanui sweater and a pair of On sneakers because I'm Swiss, so I had to. This Bottega mini Wallace is also so cute. I've been obsessed with navy forever and love a monochromatic outfit. A Pilates outfit is never complete without a pair of sunglasses; these basic Chanel sunnies are to die for!' Bottega Veneta | Navy & Indigo Mini Wallace Bag Alanui | Cashmere Cardigan Chanel | Oval Sunglasses Maybelline | Lifter Gloss On the Red Carpet Safiyaa | Holliana Swinton Long Dress Tiffany & Co. | Double Row Hinged Bangle Tiffany & Co. | T1 Narrow Pavé Diamond Hinged Bangle Tiffany & Co. | Drop Earrings Jean Schlumberger by Tiffany | Sixteen Stone Ring 'I love being sleek and timeless on a red carpet. This burgundy/wine Safiyaa dress is the epitome of the perfect dress for an elegant and understated, yet still elevated, look. I paired it with my favourite Tiffany jewels and these Rene Caovillas that I love and look so great on. And the cherry on top is this mini top-handle Chanel!' Chanel | Burgundy Quilted Lambskin Top Handle Mini Clutch on Chain Gold Hardware Renee Caovillas | Juniper Metal Gold Sandal 105 The Travel Fit 'When travelling, I love being comfortable but still confident while strolling around the airport.' MYNE | Plush Knit Set - Espresso Brown Rimowa | Essential Cabin 'This MYNE chocolate knit set is perfect! I paired it with a grey Rimowa carry-on and a chocolate oversized Bottega Andiamo to hold everything I need – I'm a serious overpacker. I looped in more grey with these Golden Goose sneakers, which are a STAPLE. These oversized Bottega sunnies because I am actually obsessed with Bottega,' El Abd laughs. Bottega Veneta | Large Andiamo Golden Goose | Super-star Distressed Leather Sneakers Bottega Veneta | Mitre Square Sunglasses 'This Loewe scent I actually found while travelling at the airport, and it's such a beautiful scent. My number 1 staple – this Cartier Tank that was actually my dad's way back when! This will definitely be a family heirloom – don't think I've taken it off since I stole it! And the Maybelline Sun Kisser has been another staple in my routine, as it's the perfect blush/bronzer combo, which is so perfect when travelling and wanting to look put together with the least amount of effort.' she shares. Loewe | Loewe 001 Woman Eau de Parfum Maybelline | Sunkisser The Meeting Look 'This outfit includes five of my staples! The Loro knit, Another Tomorrow blue jeans, and the Double A belt are paired with some of my favourite pieces in my closet. The black Picotin, Tom Ford sunnies that I'll never get bored of, these Khaite boots I recently purchased and I'm OBSESSED, my signature scent, Rose Rouge, and my favourite mascara of all time! And we're manifesting the Aquanaut, so I had to add it to this look.' Another Tomorrow | High-rise Denim Trousers Loro Piana | Loro Sweater AA | Kinsley Leather Belt Brown KHAITE | Dallas Knee-high Leather Boots Hérmes | Picotin 22 Tom Ford | Round Sunglasses Maybelline | Lash Sensational Sky High Van Cleef & Arpels | Rose Rouge Patek Philippe | Aquanaut
