What’s On
January 2019
February 2019
Jacaranda Ensemble
A musical evening blending classical, jazz, and folk melodies, featuring the unique sounds of alphorn, didgeridoo, saxophone, and percussions.
For the first time in Kuwait, the German band Jacaranda Ensemble performs in the Recital Hall on April 28. The ensemble offers an intriguing mix of composed and improvised classical music, jazz, and folk tunes. The Jacaranda Ensemble consists of five principal musicians of the Brandenburg Symphony Orchestra who are interested in experimenting with new sounds. The ensemble’s instrumentation clearly demonstrates their idea. They play the Alphorn, didgeridoo, saxophone, and percussion.
The Alphorn is a long wooden horn played by Alpine herdsmen and villagers, sounded for intercommunication and at daily ceremonies and seasonal festivals. The didgeridoo is a wind instrument made from hollow wood, originally found in Arnhem Land, Northern Australia and is considered the world’s oldest musical instrument. By bringing diverse instruments from distant regions together, Jacaranda Ensemble connects cultures through music. Their sounds and melodies captivate all tastes and generations; they combine classical music with jazz, while uniting fans of rock and folk music. The concert is held in collaboration with Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany.
The World of Abdulhussain
01 May at 8:30pm
02 May at 8:30pm
03 May at 8:30pm
04 May at 8:30pm
08 May at 8:30pm
09 May at 8:30pm
10 May at 8:30pm
11 May at 8:30pm
The World of Abdulhussain
A globally acclaimed performance with authentic Kuwaiti content exploring the exceptional journey the late comedic icon, Abdulhussain Abdulredha.
Following the elevated norms of prominent global productions, this show, set to take place at the National Theatre in May, takes us on a captivating journey exploring the works of the iconic actor Abdulhussain Abdulredha. This grand retrospective production involves over 80 artists, seamlessly collaborating on stage in harmonious synergy, encompassing singing, musical performances, and theatrical acts. It also integrates recorded archival material using modern technological techniques, transporting the audience into the legendary world of Abdulhussain. The production revolves around his close bond with music, featuring the opening and closing musical credits of his TV series, operettas of various genres, sketches, and other songs from his extensive body of work, offering the audience unexpected and limitless surprises.
Abdulhussain Abdulredha was not only a talented actor but a versatile artistic entity, engaging in production, directing, writing, composing, and singing. His exceptional talent continued to bring joy to people through a prolific career spanning over half a century. With over a hundred works across theatre, television, and radio, his unforgettable characters are engraved in our collective memory. His brilliance lies in presenting social and economic topics in an engaging manner, showcasing his wit and intellect.
Omar Khairat
Once more, the National Theatre hosts the enchanting melodies and extraordinary performance of the renowned Egyptian composer, Omar Khairat.
The Egyptian composer Omar Khairat is widely recognized as one of the most beloved musicians in the Arab world. His film scores and TV drama soundtracks have garnered broad and profound popularity. Once again, Khairat will take centre stage at the National Theatre for two unforgettable evenings on May 16th and 17th. Joined by his ensemble, he will mesmerize the audience with a curated selection of compositions performed on piano.
Omar Khairat’s musical journey commenced in 1979 with his notable work on the score of the acclaimed Egyptian film “The Night of Arresting Fatema.” Subsequently, he contributed to numerous dramatic productions in both cinema and television, crafting musical compositions for ballet performances. What sets Omar Khairat’s music apart is his adept fusion of Western and Eastern musical instruments, allowing listeners to revel in his lyric-free melodies and attracting a diverse audience to his beautiful compositions.
Umm Kulthum with Marwa Nagy
A musical play that celebrates the life of the “Star of the East” and narrates tales from her journey.
Despite the passing of the “Star of the East,” Umm Kulthum, in 1975, her voice still resonates gloriously in the skies of the East to this day. Since its first season, the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmed Cultural Centre has been keen on reviving the memory of the Lady of Arabic singing in “Kalthoumiyat” concerts, featuring a selection of talented singers, and in the “Leilat Al-Atlal” (Night of the Ruins) concert, where we creatively revived her masterpiece “Al-Atlal” and other songs like never before.
During this season, the National Theatre will host a new experience for two nights, on May 29th and 30th, with a musical play titled “Umm Kulthum.” This production features the talented Egyptian singer, Marwa Nagy, and pays homage to the legendary singing icon. The show combines dramatic scenes with live singing, delving into key moments in the life of the “Star of the East.” Through portraying various characters that influenced her career, the play also presents a bouquet of Umm Kulthum’s most beautiful songs from those periods, performed by the Egyptian singer Marwa Nagy, who embodies the character of Umm Kulthum. Supporting the live performances is a musical ensemble led by conductor Ihab Abdelhamid.