Turn it up with Ehab Tawfik at Cairo Jazz Club 610

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🎵 Ehab Tawfik will be turning it up this Friday, 16 May at CJC 610. On the off chance that you woke up this morning quietly humming Tetraga Feya to yourself, we’re pleased to break the news that the Egyptian vocalist will be bringing his hits to life at Cairo Jazz Club, joined by Cairo-based DJ Andy Cheikho. Sounds like a Friday night well-spent? You can grab your tickets from Cairo Jazz Club’s official website.

HAPPENING THIS WEEK-

Hiba Tawaji and musical director Oussama Rahbani are touching down in Cairo after shows in Toronto, London, and Paris, for an unforgettable night of breathtaking music at Hyde Park New Cairo on Thursday, 15 May. You can grab tickets on Tazkarti.

Craving some ‘90s nostalgia? Amr Diab knows you are. On Friday, 16 May, the Egyptian superstar will be performing a medley of his most beloved hits at the American University in Cairo in a one-night only “Polaroid” concert. Tickets can be purchased through Tazkarti — though we’d recommend moving fast if the idea of not hearing Tamally Ma’ak live puts you through severe FOMO.

Beats for brunch. Everyone’s favorite make-believe grandpa DJ Dr. Alfons will be serving a side of sonics with your brunch at Italian restaurant Storia Katameya Heights this Friday, 16 May, starting at 2pm. Dr. Alfons will also be joined by DJs Adham Dou and STZ, so you know the beats will just keep on coming. You can reserve your spot by messaging Storia Karameya Heights’ official Instagram.

Cairo Photo Week returns under the banner of Finding the View, featuring over 14 exhibitions, lectures, workshops, and networking meetups. This year’s festival has kicked off, and is taking place until Sunday, 18 May Downtown and in the Cairo Design District at District 5. You can access all the exhibitions without a paid ticket, but talks and panels require either a day access or a full festival ticket and accept walk-ins. Workshops require advance registration. You can grab your passes from Ticketsmarché.

HAPPENING LATER-

Life’s a joke, and Cairo Comedy Club knows just when to deliver the punchlines. On Tuesday, 20 May at CJC 610, Cairo Comedy Club ’s Omar Kint, Abdelrahman Mahdy, Hossam Khaled, and Hatem Elsokkary will make it their mission to get you laughing. Feel like painting a coat over your blues? Grab your tickets from Ticketsmarché.

TV soundtrack nostalgia: Join iconic singer Ali El Haggar on a night of Tetrat w Zekrayat on Thursday 22 May, reviving timeless memories and singing unforgettable TV series theme songs at Theatro Arkan. You can grab tickets on Ticketsmarché.

Fans of smooth jazz have a rare chance to see Michael Bublé live on Monday, May 26 at the New Capital. The Grammy winner promises a landmark concert with his smooth, soulful voice and timeless hits for one special evening in Egypt. Tickets are now live on Ticketsmarché.

Rock’n’rollers: Don’t miss out on celebrating 50 Years of AC/DC on Friday 6 June at Mazeej Platform in Somabay, featuring the band’s original voice and co-founder Dave Evans hitting the stage. You can grab tickets on Tazkarti.