What’s On

For the first time in Kuwait, one of Russia’s largest orchestras will perform the masterpieces of Rimsky-Korsakov and Stravinsky, brought to life by skilled Russian musicians under the baton of conductor Ivan Rudin.

For the first time in Kuwait, the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmed Cultural Centre will host the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra — one of Russia’s most prominent and largest orchestras — in a world-class classical evening on 27 September, as part of the Moscow Seasons in Kuwait running from 25 to 27 September organized by the Government of Moscow with support of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Kuwait.

The concert will feature two of the most celebrated masterpieces by great Russian composers: the symphonic suite “Scheherazade” by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, and the suite from the ballet “The Firebird” by Igor Stravinsky. The performance will be delivered by 69 of Russia’s finest musicians under the baton of conductor Ivan Rudin.

Founded in 1989, the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra comprises 71 musicians in total under the Artistic direction of the conductor Ivan Rudin. Since his appointment in 2017, the orchestra has undergone significant transformation, welcoming young musicians into its ranks and substantially expanding its repertoire. It has forged collaborations with leading Russian and international soloists as well as with emerging conductors, while developing and presenting unique projects that have attracted wide interest from audiences of different ages and preferences. In recent years, the orchestra’s highlights have included performances at prestigious venues both within and beyond Moscow, concert tours across cities in Russia, Europe, and Asia, and participation in international festivals in many countries around the world.

Concert guests will have the opportunity to experience Moscow’s culture. At the flagship project stand “Moscow Tea Time”, guests will discover the traditions of tea drinking, taste signature Moscow tea, and enjoy traditional sweet treats. The “Moscow Estates” stand will immerse attendees in the atmosphere of 19th-century Moscow nobility, while Arabic-speaking specialists at the Tourist Information Centre stand will share information about planning trip to Moscow.

Explore other location of “Moscow Seasons in Kuwait” festival – Moscow welcomes you at its pavilion in The Avenues shopping mall as well.

An exceptional evening with the Saudi artist, featuring songs from his new album alongside a selection of his greatest hits.

The popular Saudi singer Aedh Youssef returns to meet his Kuwaiti audience in his first concert at JACC, to be held at Sheikh Jaber Al-Ali Concert Hall on October 2. Aedh will perform a selection of his most successful and best-known songs, along with tracks from his latest album “Aedh 2025.”

Aedh Youssef began his musical journey in 2015 with the release of his first song “Nesitni” on YouTube, which garnered millions of views. He then presented “Saqi Al-Atash,” which gained even wider popularity, followed by “Qaleel Al-Shouf” and “Moodi Khosh,” further affirming his place as a promising talent on the music scene. Known for his constant innovation and use of diverse musical styles and approaches, Aedh has become one of the most prominent young stars of the Khaleeji song, expanding his reach through multiple albums and concerts.

After the great success of this dazzling show in our previous season, we are bringing back this innovative experience in October with a live performance of the most beloved songs and soundtracks from animated series.

Following its great success last season, Cartoons’ Orchestra returns to the National Theatre on 4 October. This production celebrates the unforgettable theme songs and soundtracks that have defined some of the most iconic animated series from the 1970s to the present day.

Audiences will relive the magic of classics such as Gazora, Adnan wa Lina (Future Boy Conan), Grendizer, Sinbad, and many more timeless works whose melodies remain etched in our memories. Presented as a visually stunning musical experience enhanced with cutting-edge technology, this world-class performance is brought to life under the artistic direction of acclaimed Lebanese director Nicolas Khabbaz, and Maestro Dr Khaled Noori’s vibrant, contemporary orchestral arrangements breathing new life into these timeless themes.

Music School opens new classes from 4-27 October, welcoming participants aged 14 and above.

Join the new phase of the Music School, opening its classes from 4-27 October for participants aged 14 and above. The School offers both individual and group classes led by a distinguished team of academic specialists in Eastern and Western musical instruments, as well as Arabic singing.

Each course runs for one month and consists of 8 sessions, held every Saturday and Monday, with each session lasting 45 minutes.

All instrumental classes (excluding Arabic singing and guitar) include an additional solfège session (note reading).

For registration and more information, please visit JACC website or mobile app.

A talk on love and life by Dr. Khaled Ghattas, in which he sheds light on fundamental concepts that directly affect people’s lives, from love and family to trust and communication.

Next October, the Multi-Purpose Hall will host a new talk by Lebanese thinker and writer Dr. Khaled Ghattas, titled “Between the Unfamiliar and the Familiar”. This time, he will shed light on fundamental concepts that directly shape people’s lives, from love and family to trust and communication.

Dr. Ghattas will also explain how many of the crises we face—such as the collapse of families and households, divorce and family breakdown, grief after loss, betrayal, the challenges of raising children, and the breakdown of relationships—are not merely individual crises, but rather the result of prevailing ideas adopted by our societies that have shaped us as individuals.

“Between the Unfamiliar and the Familiar” is an invitation to understand and deconstruct these concepts as a genuine starting point for transforming our lives, relationships, and communities.

Starring the extraordinary Belinda Davids, this live concert brings to life Whitney Houston’s musical legacy in a “mind-blowingly spot on”.

This October, the National Theatre hosts “The Greatest Love of All: A Tribute to Whitney Houston” — one of the most celebrated productions honouring the legacy of the late music icon. With a captivating performance by Belinda Davids, whose powerful vocals and striking resemblance to Whitney Houston have earned her international acclaim, the show promises an unforgettable musical experience. Since her debut on Britain’s Got Talent, Davids has dazzled audiences around the world with her ability to truly embody the spirit of the legendary star. This dazzling tribute is a heartfelt celebration of one of the greatest voices in music history.

Accompanied by a full live band, backing vocalists, and enhanced by stunning lighting, sound, and theatrical effects, this two-hour concert is a spectacular journey through Houston’s greatest hits — from I Will Always Love You and I Wanna Dance With Somebody to I Have Nothing, One Moment in Time, and many more. Prepare to be swept away by the emotion, energy, and nostalgia of this world-class production — a true celebration of the music and magic of Whitney Houston.

A captivating evening of Kuwaiti folk music, featuring distinctive styles performed by the beloved artist.

Kuwaiti music is renowned for the diversity of its forms and rhythms, reflecting the richness of the society from which it emerged. As we have often celebrated the art of Sout in its many variations, this Cultural Season will present the concert “Samri and Qadri with Tareq Al-Khurayef”, to be held at Sheikh Jaber Al-Ali Concert Hall on 29 October, showcasing two of Kuwait’s most cherished folk genres.

The concert’s programme includes some of the most famous songs of Samri, a Bedouin musical form named after the nightly gatherings (samrat) from which it takes its name. Samri encompasses several variations, including Najdi Samri, Hawti Samri, Fajri Samri, and Qarwi Samri. Qadri, by contrast, is a rhythm of devotional Sufi character that originated centuries ago as a percussive accompaniment to religious poetry and Sufi chants. Both genres are performed with a modest dance, in which the head and shoulders gently sway in harmony with the rhythm.

The musician presents his first concerts in Kuwait at the National Theatre.

For the first time in Kuwait, the National Theatre will host musician Saint Levant in December. Marwan Abdelhamid, AKA Saint Levant, was born in Jerusalem to a French-Algerian mother and Serbian-Palestinian father during the Second Intifada. He spent 7 years growing up in Gaza, to which he dedicated his first EP “From Gaza with Love”.

Drawing inspiration from his origins with influences that combine traditional Arabic music, R&B and hip-hop, the young artist embraces the plurality of his own cultural heritage, the Arab community worldwide and the Palestinian struggle abroad. His songs – written in Arabic, English and French – have captivated a global audience with their international appeal. His latest project, “Love Letters and Love Letters Deluxe”, is a compilation of new music by Saint Levant, each song representing an ode to different aspects of his world – triumphant, reflective, hopeful, and heartfelt.