AUC Tahrir Square

International Language Assessment Conference - ILACE 2022

The International Language Assessment Conference in Egypt (ILACE) is proudly offered through a partnership between the British Council and the American University in Cairo. ILACE 2022 is taking place Face to Face at Tahrir Square campus - Main Palace from September 2-3, 2022. This year's theme is "Reimagining Assessment in an Ever-changing Educational Landscape" The world has become differen...

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...

Jun

Chicago Children's Choir

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Register now for a festive night full of music featuring the world-renowned Chicago Children's Choir and AUC's own pop music phenomenon Nesma Mahgoub '13 along with talented local youth.

Jun

El Leila El Kebira

6:30 pm – 11:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Come join the experience of the classic puppet show about the wonders of mulids will be performed by the musical theater troupe Fabrica, led by AUC music professor Neveen Allouba.

Jun

V-Lab Summit

1:30 pm – 10:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

The AUC Venture Lab Summit is a day filled with expert knowledge, networking opportunities and the latest in the entrepreneurship ecosystem. The event will feature valuable panels and inspiring one-on-one discussions to exclusive workshops and startup pitches.