Lebanese singer Elissa returned to the stage in Kuwait on Friday, October 2, 2026, delivering an evening of romantic and classic hits at the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmed Cultural Centre’s National Theatre, where she performed alongside a musical ensemble led by conductor Hany Farhat.
Performing under the direction of maestro Hany Farhat, she opened the night with Hikayty Maak before a large and enthusiastic crowd. The concert marked the singer’s first appearance before her Kuwaiti audience since 2023.
Elissa Greets Kuwaiti Fans With Hany Farhat
Hany Farhat escorted her through the wings and onto the stage in front of attendees who greeted them with sustained applause and cheering.
You are the person I love most in the world.
Elissa, speaking to Hany Farhat backstage
To which the conductor replied that she was the sweetest thing in the world and a personal honor, according to regional coverage. Once before the audience, she stepped up to greet her fans before diving into a repertoire spanning both older and newer favorites.
Concert Setlist Brings Crowd Sing-Alongs
Alongside the opening track, she performed Kermalak, Awel El Hekayat, Tebet Mennak, and Kol Yom Fi Omry
, drawing active sing-alongs from the crowd gathered at the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmed Cultural Centre. The evening’s program featured a cross-section of her catalog.
During the performance, she addressed the auditorium directly with a message aimed at both her local hosts and the wider region.
May God protect Kuwait and the entire Arab world, and God willing we will always remain happy because we deserve joy.
Elissa, on stage at the National Theatre
Social Media Reacts to Wardrobe and Show
She wore a floor-length champagne-tinted beige gown featuring a glossy texture, an off-the-shoulder cut with long sleeves, and a straight silhouette. For the appearance, the singer styled her hair long with a side parting and wore earth-toned makeup complemented by statement earrings.
Concertgoers captured clips throughout the night, which quickly circulated across social media platforms. Following the event, the artist took to her official accounts to share her appreciation for the evening.
Kuwait… there are no words to describe how wonderful this night was! Truly unforgettable. Thank you.
Elissa, via X and Instagram
New Album Prepares for October 2026 Release
In recent television interviews, she disclosed that the forthcoming record will contain no duet tracks, prioritizing her solo vocals while maintaining collaborations with a roster of prominent composers and lyricists. The concert arrives as the singer prepares to release a new album in October 2026.
Composer Marwan Khoury contributes three melodies to the tracklist, while the project features contributions from writers and producers including Mohamed Yehia, Madin, Aziz El Shafei, and Ahmed Ibrahim. The release follows her recent single Leabet El Ayam and the digital distribution of her earlier album Ana Sekteen, which recently surpassed one and a half million streams on YouTube.
