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An Egyptian memoir

An Egyptian memoir

Egyptian-Canadian artist Tarek Abouamin has a series of 48 unique photographs currently showing at the Cairo Opera House, in a…
A life in translation

A life in translation

Born in Canada in 1922, and dubbed "the pioneer of Arabic-to-English translation of our time" by literary icon and critic…
Mounir disappointed by New Year’s concert cancellation

Mounir disappointed by New Year’s concert cancellation

Popular singer Mohamed Mounir expressed his disappointment with authorities for canceling his New Year's concert, which he has traditionally performed…
Cinema: the year in review

Cinema: the year in review

Thirty seven feature films were screened in cinemas from 28 January to 23 December 2009.
Out Of Order

Out Of Order

A few weeks ago, Cairo Opera house visitors  were surprised to find a huge iron fence surrounding El Hanager theatre.…
Reminiscences of El-Hanager Theater

Reminiscences of El-Hanager Theater

For me, El-Hanager Arts Center was more than just a theater or a place for art exhibitions. awarded the best…
Hani Khalifa: life in a non-romantic era

Hani Khalifa: life in a non-romantic era

After a six-year absence from the cinematic scene, director Hani Khalifa has returned with a new television drama, "El-Gamaa" ("University").…
A gay traveler in the Middle East

A gay traveler in the Middle East

American writer/photographer Michael Luongo’s latest book, "Gay Travels in the Muslim World," a compilation of personal stories by Muslim and…
Scorsese talks films at Bibliotheca Alexandrina

Scorsese talks films at Bibliotheca Alexandrina

Universally acclaimed filmmaker Martin Scorsese visited the Bibliotheca Alexandrina on Wednesday for a lecture on his work, and the films…
Young designers shine at Christmas artists fair

Young designers shine at Christmas artists fair

The cosy Le Pacha boat hosted last Wednesday and Thursday the second “Christmas Artists Group Fair.” New kids on the…
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