What’s On

The fifth edition of Oud Fashion Talks is coming in November, bringing together international fashion leaders, designers, entrepreneurs and industry experts.

The Cinema Hall hosts the fifth edition of Oud Fashion Talks on 20 and 21 November, bringing together international fashion leaders, designers, entrepreneurs and industry experts for two days of discussions, workshops and exhibitions focused on the region’s evolving fashion industry.

Through panel discussions, educational workshops and a curated designer exhibition, the event explores key topics including entrepreneurship, business development, sustainability, innovation and the role of culture in economic growth. With a focus on providing emerging and established regional talent with access to industry knowledge, global networks and commercial opportunities, Oud Fashion Talks aims to bridge the gap between creativity and business, while supporting the development of a more connected and competitive regional fashion ecosystem.

The musical journey with Michel Fadel returns in a new experience, bringing Arabic and Khaleeji classics in captivating new arrangements.

 Following the great success of renowned Lebanese pianist and composer Michel Fadel’s concert last November, and in response to audience demand, he returns with the second edition of his successful concert, “A Musical Journey with Michel Fadel – VOL. 2”, on Friday, 27 November at the National Theatre. Once again, Fadel takes audiences on a distinctive musical journey through Arabic and Khaleeji classics, reimagined in his own arrangements.

Last season, Fadel moved seamlessly across different musical styles and eras, from the timeless classics of Umm Kulthum, Sabah and Warda to Khaleeji favourites by Mohammed Abdu and Abu Bakr Salem, alongside songs by Fairuz, Melhem Barakat and others. Joined by international artists and Al-Mass Folklore Group, the concert offered a fresh take on some of the Arab world’s best-loved music. For VOL. 2, the journey continues with Michel Fadel, bringing new arrangements and more surprises to the Kuwaiti audience.

The musical that achieved great success in Cairo comes to Kuwait for one night only this December.

Following its great success on one of Cairo’s largest stages at the City of Arts and Culture in the New Administrative Capital, and at Jerash Theatre in Jordan the National Theatre welcomes the musical “Umm Kulthum..Enchanted by the Voice of the Lady” on 4 December for one night only, marking the first stop of its Gulf tour, which begins in Kuwait.

The production tells the story of the legendary singer Umm Kulthum in a large-scale production combining dramatic performance, live music, period costumes and contemporary scenography. Singer Asmaa Al-Gamal shines in the role of Umm Kulthum, alongside a large cast of actors in a production that evokes the magic of her voice and remarkable stage presence offering audiences an unforgettable experience.

A production that brings treasures from Kuwait’s cultural memory back to the stage, in a contemporary vision conducted by Dr Ayoub Khoder and directed by Mohammed Al-Rabah.

On 10 December, the National Theatre welcomes “The Kuwaiti Orchestra – Ahla Al-Sawalif”, taking audiences on a captivating journey through treasures of Kuwait’s artistic heritage that have been absent from the stage for more than fifty years. This major national production brings together music, song, drama and dance through a contemporary theatrical vision.

The production features a diverse selection of monologues, television and stage operettas, patriotic and traditional works, alongside classics of Kuwaiti song. Presented in new orchestral arrangements, the music unfolds in a series of vivid scenes inspired by everyday life in old Kuwait, with its contrasting moments and rich cultural meanings. More than 80 musicians and performers, including leading Kuwaiti artists, take part in the production, conducted by Maestro Dr Ayoub Kheder, with stage direction by Mohamed Al-Rabah.

Canadian singer-songwriter Margaux Sauvé brings her musical project to Kuwait for the first time.

Canadian singer-songwriter Margaux Sauvé brings her musical project “Ghostly Kisses” to Kuwait for the first time on 10 December, performing at the Amphitheatre. Known for her soft, distinctive vocals and atmospheric sound, Sauvé creates music that moves between dream pop, electronic textures and intimate melodies, shaped by deeply personal songwriting.

Raised in a family of musicians, Sauvé began playing the violin at the age of five before turning to songwriting while studying psychology at university in Quebec City. Working closely with producer and co-writer Louis-Étienne Santais, she has since built an international following through releases including “The City Holds My Heart”, “Heaven, Wait” and her 2024 album “Darkroom”.

In her live performances, Sauvé’s delicate vocals are accompanied by layers of synths, strings and piano, creating the intimate and atmospheric sound that has come to define “Ghostly Kisses”. The name was inspired by a line from a William Faulkner poem, which Sauvé felt captured the romantic and otherworldly character of her voice.

For the second year in a row, Egyptian musician Saad Al-Oud and his band return with a lively selection of Egyptian and Khaleeji favourites.

For the second year in a row, Egyptian musician Saad Al-Oud and his band return to the Amphitheatre on 17 December for a relaxed evening of music, featuring a varied selection of Egyptian and Khaleeji songs.

Saad Al-Oud’s concerts have the warm, informal spirit of traditional Khaleeji jalsat (musical gatherings), with a natural interaction between the singer and the audience, who sing along and enjoy the performance of the Egyptian musician and his band. Each time, Saad Al-Oud brings a new selection of songs, weaving them into rich medleys that bring together some of the best-known Egyptian and Khaleeji favourites.

A warm musical gathering with much-loved Kuwaiti singer Abdulaziz Al-Dhuwaihi.

As the first half of our season draws to a close, acclaimed Kuwaiti singer Abdulaziz Al-Dhuwaihi takes the stage at the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ali Concert Hall on 18 December for “Ya Summar”, a warm musical gathering (Jalsa) featuring a selection of his songs alongside some of the most beautiful Khaleeji favourites, accompanied by a live musical ensemble. Evoking the warmth and charm of traditional Khaleeji musical gatherings, the evening leaves room for audience interaction and song requests, as well as spontaneous moments that unfold naturally throughout the performance, making the “jalsa” a distinctive musical experience.