Art | The American University in Cairo

Teryola Trio Music Concert

Teryola Trio: Nay, Piano and Percussion Musical masters perform Arab-Western fusion original compositions: Hany El-Badry, nay; Mohamed Essam, piano; and Mohamed Arafa, percussion. The concert will also livestream (link below). Free and open to the public. Non-AUCians must complete the registration link below prior to coming to campus. Livestream link: https://youtu.be/q4-PDI9MGBA Regi...

Sep

Introduction to Sesame Dramatherapy

12:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Go on a journey both with the group and individually of self-discovery and understanding, where you will be encouraged to connect with your inner self and access parts of you that you may not even know existed.

Sep

Exhibition Opening: Keep it in The Family

Sep 14 – Oct 5

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Take a journey into 21st-century family life through creative approaches by young photographers, answering a crucial question: What does family mean today?

Sep

Animatex Animation Festival

Sep 25 – Sep 29

10:00 am – 10:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Don’t miss out on this five-day festival packed with more than 15 professional multiday workshops, feature film screenings and profession-based talks from local and international guest artists!

Sep

Masterclass: Projection Mapping by John Hoey

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

AUC Theater professor and industry expert John Hoey takes us on a journey exploring the latest in how technology enhances story-telling techniques when it comes to stage, set and lighting design. Tuesday September 6 Ewart Hall, 6:00pm Event is free and open to the public

Aug

Film Screening: Film My Design

6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Film My Design (FMD), an annual design centric event that opened at TCC in January, has curated a summer film program celebrating the Nordic design and architecture scenes. Films from Denmark and Finland highlighting groundbreaking designers. In this program, two films will be screened. Falaki Theater, 6:00 pm Free and open to the public by registration Registration link: https://docs.goo...

Jul

Cream of the Crop

8:00 pm – 10:30 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Alexandrian filmmaker Dina Abdel-Salam defies the odds with an ensemble film that captures audiences from the get go, and takes them on a journey with everyday characters and situations. In her latest award-winning feature, follow the adventures of the employees at a failing jam factory as they try to make ends meet. The film will be followed by a discussion with the director about why she has ...

Jul

Walk Like an Egyptian: Media and Myth in Contemporary US Representations

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Representations of Egypt in the United States and elsewhere in the world reflect its enduring popularity. In this unique event, cultural producers explore opportunities and challenges for more nuanced and authentic visions of Egypt in the global imagination. Speakers include Rhonda Ragab, who worked on the new Marvel series Moon Knight, as well as the Egyptian-American comedian behind the popul...

Jul

Tannoura in Tahrir

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

There have been many versions of the whirling dervishes, but this is the original Egyptian version you don't want to miss. Coming to Tahrir from their home in Wekalat Al Ghouri, the Tanoura Heritage troupe will certainly keep your eyes fixed and your minds wandering, as they perform their unique show. Free admission and open to the public.

Jul

Mario Saied and his Musical Band

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

In cooperation with Avant Garde, Oud virtuoso Mario Saied and his musical band will perform a repertoire of Arabic classics as well as original compositions, in an evening that will inspire both memories and visions for the future. Free admission and open to the public. Mario Saied, a oud player and music composer, graduated from the Arabic Oud House under the supervision of the global ar...