Happening@AUC

28

Apr

Hedda Gabler | Theatrical Play

Apr 28 – May 2

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Step into Hedda Gabler’s world, where desire, secrets and control collide, unraveling the lives around her.

01

May

Theatrical Show | Bakathir Museum

May 1 – May 2

6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Step into a living museum as renowned director Ahmed Fouad reimagines Bakathir’s legacy through an immersive theatrical experience that blends heritage and modernity.

03

May

Nazik al-Mala’ika Award

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Celebrate the legacy of Nazik al-Mala’ika in honoring Michael Nader Yacoub’s thesis, The Communal Lyric: Poetry in Devotional and Oppressed Communities.

03

May

New Cairo, Do You Love Me?

May 3 – May 17

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Experience New Cairo City through stark black-and-white photography confronting promises, alienation and lived reality in a debut exhibition by emerging photographers Judi Yassin and Tia Khalil.

03

May

A Tale of Two Palaces: Recent Excavations at Qantir-Pi-Ramesse

6:30 pm – 7:30 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Discover newly uncovered palaces at Pi-Ramesse as Henning Franzmeier reveals insights into New Kingdom royal architecture, decoration and ancient Egyptian urban life.

04

May

The Animals of Ancient Egypt, Then and Now: In-Person Book Talk

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Join authors Richard Hoath and Salima Ikram as they discuss the inspiration behind their exploration of the animals that shaped Egypt’s landscapes, culture and history from ancient times to the present.

05

May

Media Coverage of War and Conflict

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

A panel discussion organized by Arab Media & Society, the journal of the Kamal Adham Center for Television and Digital Journalism, on war media coverage, from real-time reporting to bias and human impact ندوة تقدمها Arab Media & Society، دورية مركز كمال أدهم للصحافة التلفزيونية والرقمية، لمناقشة التغطية الإعلامية للحروب، من النقل الفوري إلى التحيز والأثر الإنساني The event is open to the ...

05

May

Goodmori Ensemble Concert

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join us for the Korea–Egypt Exchange Concert, celebrating 30 years of diplomatic relations between Korea and Egypt.

06

May

History Hash Outs—Between the Mad and the Bad: Psychiatrists and Patients in Egypt’s State Asylums

1:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Examine Egypt’s colonial asylums and mental health history with Yasmin Shafei, exploring psychiatry, power, patients and the state and society.

06

May

Engineering, Earth and Psychological Science: Necessary Partners in Addressing Climate Change

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join Amanda B. Clinton, APA senior director, for a talk on psychology’s role in climate solutions and transdisciplinary approaches today.

06

May

Patterns of Failure in Achieving Social Impact

11:00 am

AUC Tahrir Square

Learn from Ali Awni of AUC about the patterns of failure affecting social impact, followed by a discussion with social impact experts.

06

May

The Philosophy of Woody Allen’s Cinema: Absurdity and Critique of Political Systems (Bananas)

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Conclude with Bananas, exploring political philosophy through satire, power and revolution in Engy El-Refaee’s four-week workshop series.

06

May

Psychology and Technology

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Explore psychology’s evolving role in technology, AI and global change with Amanda B. Clinton, APA senior director.

06

May

Alumni Awards Ceremony 2026

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Celebrate outstanding AUC alumni achievements across fields, service and the arts in a ceremony featuring awards, special guests and live entertainment.

07

May

Act Theatre Group: Till Death Do Us Part

May 7 – May 9

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Don’t miss this edition of Famous For Fifteen Minutes Festival, featuring English and Arabic short plays that examine the many themes of love.

08

May

Keda Effeh presents Mina Nader Comedy Show

May 8 – May 9

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Catch Mina Nader live at AUC Tahrir for two nights of high-energy stand-up, relatable humor and nonstop laughter.

09

May

AUC Employment Fair

11:00 am

AUC New Cairo

Explore diverse career paths at our employment fair, connecting enrolled AUC students and alumni with leading companies offering opportunities.

09

May

2026 Graduate Student Awards in Arab and Islamic Civilizations and Scanlon Keynote Lecture

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Celebrate graduate excellence with Nicholas Warner’s Scanlon Keynote on conserving Cairo’s Shrine of Ikhwat Yusuf and honoring outstanding theses annually.

10

May

The Causes and Consequences of Ahistoricism in International Development

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join us for a talk with historian Michael Gubser as he examines how ahistorical thinking has shaped the field of international development, tracing its different forms as well as their causes and long-term effects.

10

May

Concert | Center Stage and Students Show

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

AUC New Cairo

Join us for Center Stage and Student Show, an evening of live performances by AUC music majors and students; celebrating creativity, collaboration and the energy of their music in one unforgettable night.

11

May

Concert | The Art of Singing: A Journey Across Cultures

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Join us for a unique cultural journey through the art of singing, featuring renowned soprano Dalia Farouk ✨ The program showcases a rich selection of classical and contemporary vocal works, spanning Italian, French, and American opera; Austrian operetta; French, German, and Korean art songs; as well as Broadway musical theater Dalia Farouk will be accompanied by pianist Mina Nabil Hann...

14

May

Kataklò Italian Athletic Dance Theatre

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Experience Kataklò, where Giulia Staccioli’s vision blends dance, acrobatics and physical theatre into a powerful performance.

17

May

In Loving Memory of Professor Steffen Stelzer

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Join us in honoring Professor Emeritus Steffen Stelzer, celebrating his legacy of teaching, scholarship and decades of service to AUC.

25

May

Concert | Sharmoofers

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

AUC Tahrir Square

Get ready for an unforgettable night with Sharmoofers! Join us for an electrifying concert that will light up the stage with the energy and fun you’ve come to expect from Sharmoofers.

28

Jun

Summer@AUC Bootcamps 2026

Jun 28 – Aug 13

9:00 am

AUC New Cairo

Explore short-term bootcamps building practical skills aligned with your goals, offering hands-on learning and opportunities to connect with a like-minded community.

26

Jul

College Bound: AUC Summer 2026

Jul 26 – Aug 13

9:00 am

AUC New Cairo

Experience college life at AUC through summer courses, earn credits, explore interests and connect with a diverse global student community.

Upcoming Events

Hedda Gabler | Theatrical Play

Theatrical Show | Bakathir Museum

Nazik al-Mala’ika Award

New Cairo, Do You Love Me?

A Tale of Two Palaces: Recent Excavations at Qantir-Pi-Ramesse

The Animals of Ancient Egypt, Then and Now: In-Person Book Talk

Media Coverage of War and Conflict

Goodmori Ensemble Concert

History Hash Outs—Between the Mad and the Bad: Psychiatrists and Patients in Egypt’s State Asylums

Engineering, Earth and Psychological Science: Necessary Partners in Addressing Climate Change

Patterns of Failure in Achieving Social Impact

The Philosophy of Woody Allen’s Cinema: Absurdity and Critique of Political Systems (Bananas)

Psychology and Technology

Alumni Awards Ceremony 2026

Act Theatre Group: Till Death Do Us Part

Keda Effeh presents Mina Nader Comedy Show

AUC Employment Fair

2026 Graduate Student Awards in Arab and Islamic Civilizations and Scanlon Keynote Lecture

The Causes and Consequences of Ahistoricism in International Development

Concert | Center Stage and Students Show

Concert | The Art of Singing: A Journey Across Cultures

Kataklò Italian Athletic Dance Theatre

In Loving Memory of Professor Steffen Stelzer

Concert | Sharmoofers

Summer@AUC Bootcamps 2026

College Bound: AUC Summer 2026

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Upcoming Events

Hedda Gabler | Theatrical Play

Theatrical Show | Bakathir Museum

Nazik al-Mala’ika Award

New Cairo, Do You Love Me?

A Tale of Two Palaces: Recent Excavations at Qantir-Pi-Ramesse

The Animals of Ancient Egypt, Then and Now: In-Person Book Talk

Media Coverage of War and Conflict

Goodmori Ensemble Concert

History Hash Outs—Between the Mad and the Bad: Psychiatrists and Patients in Egypt’s State Asylums

Engineering, Earth and Psychological Science: Necessary Partners in Addressing Climate Change

Patterns of Failure in Achieving Social Impact

The Philosophy of Woody Allen’s Cinema: Absurdity and Critique of Political Systems (Bananas)

Psychology and Technology

Alumni Awards Ceremony 2026

Act Theatre Group: Till Death Do Us Part

Keda Effeh presents Mina Nader Comedy Show

AUC Employment Fair

2026 Graduate Student Awards in Arab and Islamic Civilizations and Scanlon Keynote Lecture

The Causes and Consequences of Ahistoricism in International Development

Concert | Center Stage and Students Show

Concert | The Art of Singing: A Journey Across Cultures

Kataklò Italian Athletic Dance Theatre

In Loving Memory of Professor Steffen Stelzer

Concert | Sharmoofers

Summer@AUC Bootcamps 2026

College Bound: AUC Summer 2026

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"AUC is a tobacco-free community. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas.""A photo ID is required for entry. Facial recognition is required at all times.""AUC community includes staff, faculty, students, and alumni."

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"AUC is a tobacco-free community. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas."
"A photo ID is required for entry. Facial recognition is required at all times."
"AUC community includes staff, faculty, students, and alumni."