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Egypt to inaugurate Mohamed Mahmoud Khalil Museum after decade-long closure
Museum, affiliated with fine arts sector, will be inaugurated after 10 year closure
Sawiris Foundation launches Arts, Culture Scholarship
Applications for entries remains open until 15 May
Cairo Public Library hosts symposium celebrating Mother’s Day
Mothers of Egyptian police, army’s martyrs were honoured in event
Egyptian singers celebrate Mother’s Day with new songs
This year’s celebration of Mother’s Day has done well for itself in terms of music released
AUC virtually holds Research and Creativity Convention 2021
Fourth annual event will be open to virtual public attendance
Tunisian actress Hend Sabry to accompany Royal Egyptian Mummies’ parade
Sabry’s nomination receives mixed reviews due to her non-Egyptian heritage
Orman Botanical Garden launches Spring Flowers Exhibition with over 200 exhibitors
Exhibition is meeting point for specialists and those interested in plants
Prominent Egyptian feminist, writer Nawal El-Saadawi dies at 90
El-Saadawi’s daughter, Mona Helmy, was quoted by Al-Ahram newspaper as saying that her mother had reported difficulty in swallowing food, and that a tube was inserted into her stomach to facilitate swallowing.
Honna art exhibition showcasing women artists launched at Manial Palace
On display at the week-long exhibition are more than 100 works of art by women artists in Egypt.
Palestinian-British Oscar-nominated short film ‘The Present’ streams on Netflix
Film has also been shortlisted for Best British Short at BAFTAs
Egypt to announce winners of 2021 Ahmed Shawqi Poetry Prize on Sunday
Award coincides with International Poetry Day celebrated on 21 March by UNESCO
Culture Minister marks Egyptian Women’s Day with Cairo Symphony Orchestra performance
Concert’s programme includes selection of most famous works of jazz music
Cairo Book Fair honours Egyptian writer Yehia Haqqi at 52nd edition
Book fair is set to take place from 30 June to 15 July
Culture Ministry inaugurates Confrontation and Roaming Theatre shows in Qena
Abdel Dayem said that the theatre aims to spread awareness and enlightenment across the country, and address intolerance.
‘Secrets of Sunken Egypt’ exhibition artefacts return home after overseas tour
Those sunken antiquities were discovered in Mediterranean Sea off Alexandria
Egypt resumes cultural activities after 3-month interruption
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly announces cultural, artistic events to be held at 50% capacity
Sheikh Zayed city to hold 7th Book Fair in April
Fair is organised by Zayed Foundation for Creativity and Development
Talents Development Centre expands in Port Said
Centre’s activities kick off in official ceremony attended by Culture Minister last week
Photopia hosts 140 international artists in 2nd Cairo Photo Week
Event consists of series of exhibitions, workshops, panel discussions over 10 days until 20 March
Norwegian-French mission unearth basalt buildings at Egypt’s Bahariya Oasis
Discovery’s importance lies in understanding formation of first monastic congregations in region, says mission head
US Embassy supports American photographers at Cairo Photo Week 2021
The diverse group of photographers includes: Maggie Steber, documentary photographer and one of National Geographic Magazine’s 2013 Women of Vision; Shamayim Shacaro, a fashion and beauty photographer; and Felix Kunz, a portrait expert.
Egypt retrieves stolen Ancient Egyptian Bastet statue from Canada
Artefact’s recovery was result of joint efforts and close cooperation between two countries
Towa Land of Light’ Art Exhibition opens on 13 March
The Egyptian contemporary artist Randa Fouad will hold her second solo exhibition, called “Towa Land of Light”, on 13 March at the Cairo Opera House. This year’s art pieces are inspired by Fouad’s latest visit to Sinai, the land of Fayrouz, and the Holy Valley of Towa. Sinai is famous for its picturesque nature, rich civilisation, and diversity of religions. The …
Every place contains certain energy that affects visitor: Photographer Romany Hafez
Photographer’s latest exhibition presents feelings for different place as revealed by visitors
3rd Rashid Bin Hamad Al Sharqi Award opens registrations
The award comes on the initiative of Chairperson of the UAE’s Fujairah Culture and Media Authority, Rashid bin Hamad Al-Sharqi. It is described as one of the new paths of creativity in the Arab world. The deadline for registration is December 2021.
Bibliotheca Alexandrina presents webinar on Arab-Islamic Heritage
Webinar focuses on ideas, concepts used in academic, cultural literature, which are separate from heritage written by ancient Muslim intellectuals
Art House partners with Cultural Development Fund to present theatrical, musical shows
Egypt can combat extremist ideologies using soft power, says Head of Cultural Development Fund
61st Diyarna Exhibition: Showcasing Egyptian Handicrafts
These products were distinguished by their quality and affordable prices, and included products created by people with disabilities.
Cairo Opera to present Verdi’s blockbuster over 3 evening performances
Opera will be translated into both Arabic and English
Veteran Egyptian actor Youssef Shaaban dies of COVID-19
Shaaban started his career alongside Omar Sharif in 1961 film