The 60th edition of the Carthage International Festival will host a lineup of major Arab and international stars, including Mayada El Hennawy, Cheb Khaled, and Majida El Roumi, according to an official source via the TAP agency. This anniversary celebration marks the return of several performers to the Carthage Roman Theater.
Who are the headliners for the 60th Carthage International Festival?
Tunisian star Saber Rebai will perform at the opening of the festival to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the event’s creation, an official source told the TAP agency. The anniversary lineup includes a mix of regional icons and international talent.
The announced performers include:
- Mayada El Hennawy: The Syrian singer returns to the Tunisian stage.
- Cheb Khaled: The Algerian artist is part of the anniversary headliners.
- Majida El Roumi: The Lebanese diva will perform at the Roman Theater.
- Sami Yusuf: The British singer will make his debut at the Carthage Roman Theater.
- Angélique Kidjo: The Beninese singer is included in the programming.
- Nabiha Karaouli: The Tunisian artist will perform alongside other local and international acts.
Syrian singer Mayada El Hennawy is returning to Tunisia after a 21-year absence. Her last concert in the country took place in 2005.
How long has it been since these artists performed in Carthage?
The 60th edition focuses on returning established names to the Carthage Roman Theater. According to the TAP agency, several headliners are returning to this specific venue.
Mayada El Hennawy has not performed in Tunisia since 2005. Cheb Khaled last appeared at Carthage in 2016. Majida El Roumi’s previous participation at the Roman Theater dates back to 2018.
The program also integrates new talent, such as Sami Yusuf, who has not previously performed at the site.
How can fans access tickets and the full schedule?
Organizers will reveal the complete program and organizational details during a press conference. This event is scheduled for July 7 at the Musée paléochrétien de Carthage.
Ticket sales are expected to begin shortly. An official source stated that sales will open via dedicated electronic platforms within the next few hours.
Because ticket sales are moving to electronic platforms, fans should have their digital payment methods ready to secure seats for high-demand headliners like Saber Rebai or Cheb Khaled.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tunisian singer Saber Rebai will perform the opening set.
The full program will be unveiled at a press conference on July 7 at the Musée paléochrétien de Carthage.
Tickets will be available through dedicated electronic platforms.
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