MARK YOUR CALENDAR-

? The Grand Egyptian Museum opening celebrations aren’t over yet — world-renowned cellist Hauser is coming to Egypt for the first time for a live performance on Thursday, 4 December. Don’t miss out on this special night of masterful cello playing. You can get your tickets on Tazkarti.

HAPPENING THIS WEEK-

The first ever Pyramids Echo Festival kicks off at the Pyramids Panorama Theater on Monday, 24 November, running until Sunday, 30 November. Expect six magical nights of musical performances featuring global and Egyptian talents. Opening the festival is renowned Chinese pianist Lang Lang, performing alongside The Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra, conducted by Ben Palmer. The celebrations will continue at the New Opera House for encore performances on Friday, 12 December and Saturday, 13 December. Tickets for all nights are available on Tazkarti.

Comedy hits differently at CJC 610 — WKND Comedy is back this Tuesday, 25 November. Opening the night is Mahmoud El Najjar followed by a laughing session with Hamza Bahaa, Kamatcho, and Amon Osman. You can grab your tickets through Cairo Jazz Club’s website.

Boom Room is bringing Levantine magic to the stage with singer Tariq Alfaqeh on Tuesday, 25 November. Don’t miss this night of enchanting live music — tickets are available on Ticketsmarché.

HAPPENING LATER-

Star singer Angham is lighting it up at the Pyramids on Monday, 1 December for an unforgettable night of her music. The vocal powerhouse is set to perform live at the Pyramids Panorama with an orchestra conducted by Maestro Hany Farahat. You can get your tickets now on Tazkarti.

In need of some enlightenment? Renowned author and speaker Dr. Khaled Ghattass is setting foot at Theatro Arkan for his talk, Between The Strange and The Prevailing on Friday, 5 December. Don’t miss this chance to delve into the science behind human behavior, society, decision-making, and relationships. Tickets are selling out fast — you can get yours now on Ticketsmarché.

Up for some psychological drama? Kenoma Theater is bringing back One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest with an Egyptian adaptation and stage production titled El Moristan. The play ’s main cast — featuring screen icon Yosra El Lozy — will be performing six showings between Sunday, 7 December and Monday, 15 December at AUC’s Falaki Mainstage Theater, with the alternate cast taking over twice. The play tackles mature themes including depictions of violence, blood, and suicide, and is recommended for ages 16+. Tickets are available on Ticketsmarché.

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