🎶 The Summer Opera Festival 2026 presented another outstanding musical evening at the Cairo Opera House's open-air theater, bringing together renowned singer Ahmed Ali El-Haggar and rising star Nouran Abutaleb in front of a large and enthusiastic audience.
Ahmed Ali El-Haggar opened the concert with a selection of his most popular songs, including "Layaly El Seif," "Ma A'adarsh," "Ya Ladana," "A'ollak Serr," "Ya Asheqan," "Rahet Layaly," and "Sidi." His warm and emotional performance reflected the musical legacy of the El-Haggar family while highlighting his own artistic identity.
He also paid tribute to classic Arabic music by performing several beloved songs associated with celebrated artists, creating an atmosphere filled with nostalgia and audience participation.
In the second half of the evening, Nouran Abutaleb took the stage with an energetic performance that showcased her distinctive voice and growing popularity in the contemporary Arabic music scene.
She performed a selection of her original songs, including "Ana Leh," "Fel Leil," and "Leila," in addition to well-known Arabic classics such as "Ya Ghali," "Asfour Tall Men El Shebbak," "Shababik," "Nesm Alayna El Hawa," "Hebbou Baadoun," "Ma Hada," "El Helwa Di," and "Ah Ya Lalaly."
The audience enthusiastically sang along and applauded throughout the concert, making the evening one of the festival's most memorable events.
The Summer Opera Festival continues to present a diverse artistic program featuring established stars alongside emerging talents, reflecting the Cairo Opera House's commitment to preserving musical heritage while supporting a new generation of performers.
As one of Egypt's leading cultural events, the festival continues to celebrate artistic excellence and offer audiences a rich musical experience throughout the summer season.
