Art news
The Reda Troupe: A dream came true
December 16, 2009
The Reda Troupe: A dream came true
This week, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina is celebrating the golden Jubilee of the famous Reda Troupe for folkloric arts. The celebration,…
Egypt: Land of Contrast at Town House gallery
December 15, 2009
Egypt: Land of Contrast at Town House gallery
Town House gallery is currently exhibiting 25 photos based on the theme of contrast within Egyptian life and landscape.
Tao gallery: Handicrafts for interiors with a modern twist
December 13, 2009
Tao gallery: Handicrafts for interiors with a modern twist
Old film posters decorating CD racks, ancient Sufi poetry hanging on walls, and unique Egyptian ornaments with a modern twist…
The triumphant return of Epop
December 10, 2009
The triumphant return of Epop
El Masryeen band performed for the second time at Biblotheca Alexandrina on Thursday 10 December, after an almost 20-year absence.…
A tribute to folk music
December 10, 2009
A tribute to folk music
On Sunday 6 December el-Warsha held one of its enchanting music nights at the theatre troupe's workspace downtown. The performance…
Reviving tradition
December 6, 2009
Reviving tradition
In a new release, Hagat wahshani (Things that I miss), musician Hazem Shaheen bounces between compositions and taqassim (Arabic melodic…
The human body: Of grace and despair
December 3, 2009
The human body: Of grace and despair
Il Corpus Homanus,” the latest exhibition at Al-massar gallary, features the work of seven artists centered on the theme of…
Street life and foregone times: An artist reflects
December 3, 2009
Street life and foregone times: An artist reflects
"As I finished my seven-hour shift at the factory, I started to plan my evening. Should I go see a…
Tribute to Margo Veillon
November 25, 2009
Tribute to Margo Veillon
On Sunday 23 November, the American University in Cairo dedicated an art gallery to honor the memory of prominent artist…