What’s On

A new concert with the beloved Kuwaiti singer Abdulaziz Al-Duwaihi, offering a refined, intimate evening in a warm atmosphere.

We begin the second half of our cultural season with a gentle, heartfelt concert, “Dandana: A Night with Al-Duwaihi”, hosted in the Recital Hall on 8 and 9 January. Audiences are invited on a warm musical journey led by the beloved singer Abdulaziz Al-Duwaihi, accompanied by his oud, in an ambience filled with moving nostalgia and authentic melodies.

The concerts performed by Abdulaziz Al-Duwaihi are distinguished by a rich variety of Kuwaiti, Khaleeji songs, which he presents in his own unique style. Known among his generation for his mastery of the different khaleeji musical forms, particularly the Hadrami style in which he excels, Al-Duwaihi moves seamlessly between this heritage and the great classics of the Arabic singers.

Dr Mohamed Al Khaldi explores this powerful archetype the unique maestro persona and how to develop it in his upcoming lecture.

The unique maestro is no ordinary leader, but a sharp mind in a calm form. He reads others as if they were open books, and manages situations as though time itself were on his side. He is not easily deceived, because he deals not with what is said, but with what is concealed. Combining acute insight with a mysterious calm, he possesses an authority that needs no announcement.

In this lecture, “The Unique Maestro Persona”, hosted at the Multi-purpose Hall on 17 January, Dr Mohamed Al Khaldi reveals the key elements needed to acquire this character and become the kind of person whose presence is not measured by words, but by how much they truly know. Participants will learn how to consciously manage emotions and situations without pretence, to master the art of reading intentions behind words and glances, and to wield the tools of silent influence without argument or confrontation.

The young Saudi singer Abdulaziz Al-Muanna gives his first concert in Kuwait at the Amphitheatre on 21 January, accompanied by the musical ensemble conducted by Dr Ahmed Al-Oud.

The young Saudi singer Abdulaziz Al-Muanna gives his first concert in Kuwait at the Amphitheatre on 21 January, accompanied by a musical ensemble conducted by Dr Ahmed Al-Oud. Although Abdulaziz Al-Muanna is no stranger to Kuwait, having studied at the Higher Institute of Musical Arts and collaborated with several Kuwaiti artists, this concert marks his first appearance here as a lead vocalist, following the success of his debut album, released last year, and his growing presence as one of the rising young stars of Khaleeji music.

Al-Muanna began his singing career in 2011 with the single “Allemini” (Teach Me), which gained wide popularity. He then stepped back from the music scene to focus on his studies, returning years later with “Enta Waynak?” (Where Are You?), which enjoyed bigger success and encouraged him to leave medical school and pursue music in Kuwait. After obtaining his bachelor’s degree, he took part in the talent show “The Voice” and later composed for a number of young artists. In November 2024, he released a mini-album featuring six romantic tracks that stand apart from the mainstream sound of recent Khaleeji releases. At the end of last summer, he followed with two singles, “Wesh Ra’yak” and “Al-Akhbar”, in addition to numerous live performances across Saudi Arabia. In his upcoming concert at the Amphitheatre, Abdulaziz Al-Muanna will perform a selection of his songs, along with other favourites, in an evening that showcases his unique style.

Stars of Kuwait’s youth music scene, Abdullah Tareq and Fahad Al-Salem perform some of the finest Kuwaiti and Khaleeji songs, along with their own original works, accompanied by a musical ensemble conducted by Dr Ahmed Al-Oud.

The Amphitheatre concerts continue this winter with a relaxed, informal atmosphere in Kuwait’s refreshing cool season. On the evening of Thursday 22 January, two of Kuwait’s most promising young singers, Abdullah Tareq and Fahad Al-Salem, will perform favourite Kuwaiti and Khaleeji songs, accompanied by a musical ensemble conducted by Dr Ahmed Al-Oud.

Both artists are regarded as distinctive voices of their generation. Abdullah Tareq’s musical career began in 2012, when he won first place in the radio talent show “Samma’na Sotak” on Marina FM. Fahad Al-Salem, meanwhile, entered the world of singing at a very young age, joining musical gatherings before the age of twelve. His true professional beginnings came in 2013, when he started collaborating with a select group of poets and composers to release a series of songs. Today, Al-Salem and Tareq hold a prominent place among the new generation of young Khaleeji singers.

The much-loved artist with a truly distinctive musical style, will give her first ever concert in Kuwait this coming January.

A defining voice of the 1990s, Aida El Ayoubi left a clear mark on Arabic pop with songs we still love and remember. She continues to reappear from time to time before her audience, embracing her oud or guitar and drawing out its sweetest tones to accompany her warm voice as she performs her signature songs, including “Ala Bali”, “Men Zaman”, “Asfour”, and more.

For the very first time, the much-loved Egyptian singer Aida El Ayoubi meets her audience in Kuwait at the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ali Concert Hall on Friday 23 January, where she will perform a selection of her most popular songs, along with masterpieces by other great singers, rendered in her own enchanting style accompanied by a musical ensemble conducted by Wagdy El Fawy.

The new term of the Music School runs from 26 January to 16 February, for participants aged 14 and above.

The new term of the Music School runs from 26 January to 16 February, with classes being held every Saturday and Monday. The School is open to participants aged 14 and above and offers both individual and group classes led by a distinguished team of academic specialists in a wide range of Eastern and Western instruments, in addition to Advanced Eastern Violin, Arabic singing, Vocalize, and Sound Engineering.

Each course runs for one month and consists of 8 sessions, held every Saturday and Monday, with each session lasting 45 minutes. All instumrntal classes includes an additional solfège class (music notation reading) for all students, except those enrolled in Arabic singing, guitar, vocal training, and audio engineering.

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

Named after one of Abdullah bin Alloush’s poems, the evening will feature a selection of his most celebrated and newly written works.

 On 28 January, the Recital Hall will welcome Kuwaiti poet Abdullah bin Alloush for the season’s first poetry night, titled “Harwat Shita”. Named after one of his poems, the evening will also feature a rich selection of his most celebrated and recent pieces, including “Wajhak Balad”, “Kithr Al-Mawasel”, “Noor Al-Qamar”, “Taghutt Al-Noor”, and more.

Abdullah bin Alloush comes from a family with deep roots in Nabati poetry. He belongs to the Bani Hajer tribe, and both his father and grandfather were poets. Among his siblings and peers, Abdullah stood out for crafting verses that reach the audience’s heart with warmth and ease, free of affectation. He wrote his first poem in 1988, when he was only fourteen, and his first published poem appeared in 1990, at the age of sixteen, addressing the Iraqi invasion. Many of his brothers later followed his path into poetry, as did his nephews, while several of his cousins had preceded him as well. His body of work includes praise poems, elegies, poetic responses, and many other pieces. Known for his simple, approachable character and the strength of his verse, he has been given several titles, including “The Poet of Bani Hajer” and “The Poet of Ordinary People”.

An evening with authentic Kuwaiti arts led by the much-loved artist Salman Al-Ammari, joined by the Al-Mass Folklore Group, For the fourth year in a row.

Musical gatherings are at their finest in the open air, and even more beautiful in the presence of the beloved artist Salman Al-Ammari. On the evening of Thursday 29 January, the jalsat return to the Amphitheatre, where for the fourth year in a row Al-Ammari will lead our evening, delighting us as always with Kuwait’s musical heritage. He will take us on a musical journey that revives the essence of our traditional arts, which have shaped an essential part of our collective memory and heritage, such as sawt, samri, qadri and labouni. No evening of genuine heritage art is complete without the presence of the Al-Mass Folklore Group, whose participation adds a special glow to the night and completes this celebration of Kuwait’s musical traditions.

The second of the winter musical gatherings shines with the presence of the much-loved artist Ali Abdullah, who will perform a selection of favourite songs by leading Khaleeji stars.

This season’s second winter jalsa at the Amphitheatre welcomes the beloved singer Ali Abdullah, who will present a selection of well-known songs by Khaleeji icons such as Abdullah Al-Rowaished, Rashed Al-Majed and Nawal, alongside traditional Kuwaiti heritage musical forms such as samri.

Ali Abdullah is one of Kuwait’s prominent singers today. He was mentored and raised by his uncle, the late icon Abdulkarim Abdulqader, from whom he learned the foundations of singing. He is also considered among the finest interpreters of his uncle’s songs and other Kuwaiti musical forms, especially when playing the oud, turning his jalsat into distinctive evenings filled with authentic tarab.

A true global phenomenon, one of the most popular musicals in the world, is coming to the National theatre in April.

A true global phenomenon and one of the most popular musicals in the world, Wicked comes to the National Theatre this April. With multiple productions that have captivated more than 65 million audience members across 130+ cities in 16 countries, this awe-inspiring new production, by Broadway Entertainment Group tells the untold story of the witches of Oz as never before, with over 100 performers, crew, and orchestra members. Audiences will enjoy breathtaking sets, more than 350 stunning costumes, and show-stopping musical numbers, including “Defying Gravity”, “Popular”, and “For Good”.

Set long before Dorothy’s iconic arrival in Oz, Wicked reveals the extraordinary journey of two young women: one, misunderstood but brilliantly talented and born with emerald-green skin; the other, beautiful, ambitious, and admired. Their unlikely friendship soon turns into a powerful rivalry that shapes their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.

A story of sisterhood, identity, and empowerment, Wicked promises to enchant audiences of all ages. Don’t miss the chance to experience this global smash hit live on stage, right here in Kuwait.