Opera has been an integral part of Egypt’s cultural and artistic scene since the late 19th century, writes Sally Abed Now that all eyes are fixed on the Israeli war on Gaza, many artists are trying to ...

As the curtains swept open on the stage of Cairo's historic Opera House in late May, spectators held their breath waiting to be regaled by Giuseppe Verdi's classic Aida, which opens with the Egyptians ...

Renowned Egyptian archaeologist Zahi Hawass has announced the release of a new book alongside a series of artistic productions inspired by his distinguished scientific and humanitarian career. Central ...

The Cairo Opera House has become a new battleground between supporters and opponents of Egypt's Islamist president, this time fighting over the direction of the Middle East's oldest music institution.

Dubai Opera will organise three consecutive concerts for late iconic Egyptian singer Umm Kulthum via hologram technique on August 6,7 and 8. Cairo Opera House organised a hologram concert for Umm ...

Year 2019 marks 150 years since Khedivial Opera House opened its doors in 1869 in Cairo. The opera burned to the ground in 1971 and the new edifice opened in 1988. A century and a half is an important ...