Concert halls Egypt

For a time, this was the most interesting sound and light show in Egypt. It retraces an entire historical period of prime importance, and allows us to appreciate the magnitude and splendor of the festivities celebrating the flooding of the Nile. If you're allergic to dust, bring a scarf. In winter, it can be very cold, and in summer, mosquitoes attack spectators on the stands. The Temple of Karnak under the spotlights is even more breathtaking! However, the show could do with a little refreshment.

Makan is an Egyptian cultural and creative centre, directed by Ahmed el-Maghrabi, who co-authored Mozart the Egyptian, the famous musical encounter between Mozart and traditional Egyptian songs and instruments. The artist created this centre in 2002 with the aim of safeguarding Egypt's artistic heritage by presenting different forms of traditional music. These Mazaher (musical groups coming from the countryside) play in principle on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. By consulting the website, one can access the programming of this Egyptian centre.

The Cairo Opera House offers a fairly rich annual programme, alternating Saturday night concerts by the Cairo Symphonic Orchestra, ballets by the Cairo Dancers, contemporary dance performances, and operas by foreign theatres or inviting internationally renowned soloists. The summer programme provides an opportunity for young talent to express itself. The Cairo Opera House is part of the National Cultural Centre in Cairo. It is located in the southern part of the island of Gezira, close to downtown Cairo.

The Wakala el-Ghouri was built between 1504 and 1505. The rooms are well preserved. A cultural center was built here to promote the arts. The upper rooms have become artists' studios, the stables have been transformed into craft stores and the beautiful courtyard into an open-air performance hall. Three times a week, you'll have the chance to see the Al Tannoura traditional dance troupe. 1h30 of dervish whirling awaits you, a magnificent physical and artistic performance. Not to be missed!

Films at low prices. Rather male spectators.

The 21-hour sessions are particularly busy.

It's the Alexandrian version of the Cairo opera. Opened in 1921, it was designed by the French architect Georges Baroque. Initially named "Mohamed Ali Theatre", it was renamed in 1962 in homage to the pioneer of Arab music: Sayed Darwish. The gilding and red velvet armchairs of its hall have been renovated, you can visit it or attend one of the performances, which are usually shows that were given at the Cairo Opera House. Call for information on tours and the programme of events.

Located under a bridge in Zamalek the el-Sawy cultural centre, opened in 2003, has succeeded in the process: It is an inescapable place that attracts cairote youth and many foreigners. Among the many activities, concerts almost every evening, from traditional music to the young cairote music scene, el-Sawy is eclectic.

3 cinemas in good standing.

Inaugurated in 1952, it is one of the oldest cinemas in Alexandria, with orchestra or balcony seats. Obviously the comfort is not that of modern cinemas (seats are a bit rough), but it is one of the cheapest cinemas in the city. It houses 6 cinemas showing films in Arabic and English, it has technology for 3D films and the sound is rather good. Going to the cinema is not the first thing you think about when you visit, but if you are tempted by a movie, don't hesitate to choose this cinema.

Like all the other branches in the country, the French Institute in Cairo offers a rich cultural programme: cinema, theatre, conferences, performances, concerts, in partnership with the largest private and public institutes in the country. If you are staying in Cairo for a while, we advise you to take a look at the programme of events. Every year for the Music Festival, it organizes an open-air concert in the Salah el Din citadel

A unique arthouse cinema that screens independent films from all over the Middle East as well as from Europe and the United States. It is the lair of auteur cinema that is giving Egyptian cinema back its golden letters. It is frequented by cinephiles and broadcasts different types of productions: films, documentaries, fiction, short and feature films. The admission price is deliberately low in order to encourage a less informed public to discover another cinema than usual. Subtitles in English, and often in French as well.

The most famous of all belly dancers, Dina, who has published a book in defense of her art, Ma Liberté de danser, performs at this unique venue in Cairo where all lovers of Arabian dances will be delighted. Given the dancer's notoriety, prices are rather high, but the performances are of the highest quality. Once the show is over, the dance floor is opened up and transformed into a veritable dance-floor. Make sure you ask beforehand, as on some evenings Dina leaves the floor to other dancers, who may be talented, but the queen is the queen!