How do the schedules of Cairo’s vibrant concert venues adapt to the festive month of Ramadan? Do musical events take a backseat for the month or are in fact specially curated Ramadan nights to be found? Definitely more of the latter, we have discovered, offering locals and tourists alike a diverse palate of post-iftar musical delights. Both the Cairo Opera House and Darb 1718, two of the capital’s main performing arts and culture centers recently announced their special Ramadan Programs. But even beyond these two established venues, many smaller spaces are hosting a vibrant set of artists throughout the holy month. Starting with a glimpse at the Opera House’s ‘Ramadan Nights’ (from 12 to 27 May 2019) and Darb 1718’s ‘Music Ramadan Program’ (from 12 May to 6 June), we have here compiled a list of Ramadan concert suggestions. The Cairo Opera House has invited a number of talented female singers from across the Arab world and Egypt to perform their music during this special month. The concerts all begin at 9.30PM, with tickets ranging from 60EGP to 110EGP that are now available at the Opera House’s box office. Lebanese…
