Live at Meridian Arts Centre: George Weston in Toronto: Constantinople: Oum Kalthoum & The Quatrains Of Khayyam
Friday, December 4, 2026 at Meridian Arts Centre: George Weston, Toronto
About this event
Constantinople: Oum Kalthoum & The Quatrains Of Khayyam is scheduled for Friday, December 4, 2026 at Meridian Arts Centre: George Weston, Toronto. Performing: Ghalia Benali.
Constantinople: Oum Kalthoum & the Quatrains of Khayyam The timeless poetry of Omar Khayyam meets the unforgettable musical world of Oum Kalthoum in this extraordinary performance by Constantinople with Ghalia Benali. Reimagined through Persian and Arabic musical traditions, early music, contemporary composition, and live improvisation, the performance brings poetry, voice, and music into conversation across centuries. Songs inspired by Khayyam's quatrains, composed by Riad El Sonbati and made famous through Oum Kalthoum's interpretations, become the starting point for a new artistic journey. Led by Iranian-Canadian composer and setar virtuoso Kiya Tabassian, Constantinople is joined by Tunisian-Belgian vocalist Ghalia Benali, whose deep connection to Oum Kalthoum's repertoire brings insight, presence, and a distinctive contemporary voice. This concert is part of Ishq Festival 2026, produced by Small World Music.
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Event details
- Date
- Friday, December 4, 2026
- Time
- 8:00 PM local time
- Venue
- Meridian Arts Centre: George Weston
- Address
- 5040 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M2N 6R8, Canada
- Price
- Price not announced yet
- Category
- Concerts · World music
- Accessibility
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Venue & getting there
Meridian Arts Centre: George Weston
5040 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M2N 6R8
How to get to Meridian Arts Centre: George Weston
- North York Centre stationTrain250 m
3 min walk
Parking
4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 160 m away.
Hotels near Meridian Arts Centre: George Weston
- Broadway Hotel North York Blvd Beecroft Toronto70 mCheck prices
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- Yonge Palace470 mCheck prices
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Your visit to Meridian Arts Centre: George Weston
- Date
- Friday, December 4, 2026
- Starts
- 8:00 PM
- Getting there
- North York Centre station (train), 250 m – about 3 min on foot
- Parking
- 4 car parks within walking distance, the closest 160 m away
- Staying nearby
- 5 hotels within walking distance; the closest is Broadway Hotel North York Blvd Beecroft Toronto (70 m)
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Good to know
When is “Constantinople: Oum Kalthoum & The Quatrains Of Khayyam”?
Constantinople: Oum Kalthoum & The Quatrains Of Khayyam takes place on Friday, December 4, 2026 at 8:00 PM local time.
Where is “Constantinople: Oum Kalthoum & The Quatrains Of Khayyam” held?
Venue: Meridian Arts Centre: George Weston, 5040 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M2N 6R8, Canada.
How much are tickets for “Constantinople: Oum Kalthoum & The Quatrains Of Khayyam”?
Prices have not been published yet. Follow the ticket link for the latest information from the official seller.
Where can I buy tickets for “Constantinople: Oum Kalthoum & The Quatrains Of Khayyam”?
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How do I get to Meridian Arts Centre: George Weston by public transport?
The closest stop is North York Centre station (train), 250 m from Meridian Arts Centre: George Weston – roughly 3 minutes on foot.
Can I park near Meridian Arts Centre: George Weston?
There are 4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 160 m away.
