About · Our vision

To build a more peaceful, educated, fair and inclusive world through the transformative power of arts, culture and human connection.

A lone figure draped in white lace stands beside a red woven box on a dark stage
Over X Theatre Company · Devised performance work

Why the arts matter, and why now.

In an increasingly divided world, there is a growing need for spaces where people can engage with diverse perspectives, reflect on shared human experiences and take part in meaningful cultural conversations.

Per Ankh creates and produces innovative, high-quality performances, professional training programmes, community initiatives and platforms for cultural dialogue. Through local and international collaboration we create accessible opportunities for students, performers, dancers and filmmakers to engage in artistic learning and intercultural exchange.

Per Ankh takes its name from the ancient Egyptian “house of life”, the temple institution where knowledge was written, kept and taught.

Led by Ahmed Elsaghier

Founder and director. Ahmed has trained with internationally recognised artists from eleven countries and performed in more than 18 theatre and performance productions across Egypt and the UAE, including Transcendent Renaissance, a site-specific work by Romanian composer Călin Țopa at Mleiha Archaeological Centre, World Stage Design 2025. He is a member of:

  • International Society for the Performing Arts, New York
  • International Dance Council, Paris
  • Association of Performing Arts Professionals, Washington D.C.
  • International Organisation of Scenographers, Theatre Architects and Technicians, Taiwan
  • Fellow, Basita Fellowship

Arts training

Workshops, masterclasses and mentorship programmes for emerging and established artists.

Artistic production

Theatre, dance and interdisciplinary projects that encourage innovation, excellence and audience engagement.

Festivals & events

Curated festivals and showcases for presentation, networking and collaboration.

International exchange

Linking artists, organisations and institutions worldwide for exchange and shared creation.

Dialogue.Spaces for diverse perspectives to meet.

Voice.Platforms that amplify the underrepresented.

Connection.Shared experience across cultures.

Partners & collaborators

The organisations we have made work with.

  • Over X Theatre Company
  • International Dance Council
  • Live at Play
  • Agora Organisation
  • Basita Organization
  • Drosos Foundation
  • New Covent Garden Theatre, Dubai
  • The Junction, Alserkal Avenue

Working with Per Ankh

Co-produce, host or support what comes next.

We welcome conversations with festivals, venues, foundations and fellow artists.

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