DUBAI: Egyptian composer Omar Khairat will perform live with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra on Saturday, May 23, 2026, in a concert beginning at 7.30 pm, at the Royal Albert Hall in London.
Khairat, widely regarded as one of the Arab world’s most influential contemporary composers, is known for introducing a new style of musical experience to audiences across Egypt and the Middle East through his blend of orchestral, cinematic and traditional Arabic influences.
The acclaimed musician began his professional career as a film score composer in the mid-1980s with “Leilat al Kabd Ala Fatma,” starring legendary Egyptian actress Faten Hamama.
Over a career spanning four decades, Khairat has composed scores for more than 120 films and television series, many of which are considered among Egypt’s most celebrated productions. His body of work has helped shape the sound of modern Egyptian cinema and television, earning him widespread recognition across the region.
In addition to his work in film and television, Khairat has also composed music for theatre productions, ballets and operettas, further cementing his reputation as one of the Arab world’s most versatile and enduring composers.
