MARK YOUR CALENDAR-

? World-famous ventriloquist Jeff Dunham is bringing his puppets to Egypt this June. Performing live in Cairo for the very first time, the American comedian will be orchestrating a showcase under the theme of Artificial Intelligence at the Drama Hall in the New Capital’s Arts and Culture city on Thursday, 26 June. You can grab your tickets from Ticketsmarché.

HAPPENING THIS WEEK-

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.

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 LATER-

Sudanese-Canadian rapper and songwriter Mustafa the Poet is making his Egypt debut on Tuesday, 20 May. Set to perform his debut album — a folk-inspired album drawing on his Arab heritage — the Toronto-hailing artist will be taking to the MUST Opera House in 6th of October as part of his Lost in the Dunya world tour. You can grab your tickets through Ticketsmarché.

Hip Hop fans: Don’t miss the historic Project Meem concert, headlined by rap icons Marwan Pablo and Marwan Moussa sharing the stage. The concert will take place on Friday, 23 May at Cairo Festival City, and tickets are selling fast on Tazkarti.

Jordanian Arabic pop rock band Jadal will be causing a commotion this May at CJC 610. Generous with their bangers since ‘03, the Amman-born group will be showing up and rocking out at CJC610 on Wednesday, 28 May, with tickets available through Ticketsmarché.

Dalida may have once found her love in Portofino, but this May we’ll be feeling her love right here in Cairo. On Friday, 30 May and Saturday, 31 May at The Theater in 6th of October, Dalida: Bint Shoubra — a musical production honoring the iconic vocalist’s life and musical legacy — will shine the spotlight on the Shoubra-born megastar. The production will be led by Lebanese singer Mirva Kadi, with a special appearance by Egyptian singer Haidy Moussa. You can book your tickets for both days through Ticketsmarché.

Free up your schedule on Saturday, 7 June and Sunday, 8 June for the second installment of the Makadi Heights Music Festival, taking place at The Haus in Hurghada. Cairokee will inaugurate the summer staple on the first day, while rap icons Marwan Moussa and Afroto wrap up the second. You can book your tickets for either or both days through Ticketsmarché.

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