Performing arts · UAE & Egypt · Est. 2026

A house of life for the performing arts.

Per Ankh Cultural produces theatre and dance, represents artists and curates festivals across the Middle East and beyond.

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Arcana · Dubai

Who we are

An independent cultural organisation, rooted in exchange.

Founded in 2026 and led by Ahmed Elsaghier, Per Ankh is the umbrella organisation of Ahmed's initiatives.

We connect artists, cultural practitioners and creative institutions from different regions of the world, creating opportunities for dialogue, knowledge-sharing and collaborative artistic practice.

Producing & creation High-quality theatre, dance and interdisciplinary performance, devised and produced with Over X Theatre Company. Artists agency Linking artists with the organisations, venues and institutions that want to work with them, and backing their practice with training and mentorship. Festivals & events Curated festivals and showcases that bring artists from diverse backgrounds together for presentation, networking and collaboration.

On stage in 2026

Two productions, two cities.

Arcana opened in Dubai in April. The Quarry followed in Alexandria in July.

All productions

Veiled performers in white lace stand around a banner marked with a red handprint

Devised theatre · Dubai

Arcana

A performer in a red jumpsuit and safety glasses sits in a stone niche

Devised performance · Alexandria

The Quarry

Festivals & events

Neteru Dance Night

International Dance Day Celebration 2026 in Dubai, officially recognised by the International Dance Council (CID) at UNESCO.

30 dancers and choreographers. An audience of more than 200.

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Join META Talents

Two ways in.

For artists

I make work.

Create a profile with your discipline, a photo and a link to your work. Festivals, venues and producers find you in META Talents, and you apply for the jobs they post.

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For artist seekers

I am looking for artists.

Festivals, venues and producers: post your jobs, and search the artists by age, nationality, height, skin and eye colour.

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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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