Art news
Why not make it about the tongue?
February 15, 2010
Why not make it about the tongue?
"Why Not?” is the kind of art exhibition that requires more than one visit. The show, which opened on 7…
Gazbia Sirry: No stone
February 11, 2010
Gazbia Sirry: No stone
Some 50 people mill about the small gallery space, strolling through the different rooms to the sounds of a violin/cello…
Rula Zaki reworks the classics
February 11, 2010
Rula Zaki reworks the classics
Rula Zaki, a wedding and event singer, has finally gathered her work in an album to be released on Friday.…
Four talents at Beit el-Omma
February 10, 2010
Four talents at Beit el-Omma
Ceramic installations, ballet dancers, whirling dervishes and other artwork are currently exhibited at Beit el-Omma, a cultural center housed in…
Inka @ October Hills
February 10, 2010
Inka @ October Hills
Furnishing a home can be a fun, but it can also be stressful and complicated. Choosing furniture, bedding, tableware, and…
Interpretations of Edfu
February 9, 2010
Interpretations of Edfu
For the first time, a contemporary exhibit is being displayed at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. The exhibit features drawings…
Only paper?
February 8, 2010
Only paper?
In our contemporary societies, paper, when not neglected, is mostly considered simply as a base for the more valuable things…
Home and beyond
February 7, 2010
Home and beyond
Located in one of Zamalek’s quiet quarters is Home & Beyond, an ideal place to find unique gift ideas.
Tripping on a caravan from east to west
February 6, 2010
Tripping on a caravan from east to west
During this tumultuous period in Egypt’s sectarian relations, some have offered a cultural venue to begin alleviating the tensions that…
“A ribbon of Emotions”
February 4, 2010
“A ribbon of Emotions”
“I reject style--only emotions matter,” says prominent Egyptian painter Adel El Siwi. Nominated by Culture Minister Farouk Hosni to represent…