'Cilama' by Hady Zaccak: A Journey Through the Forgotten Cinemas of Tripoli
Marie-Christine Tayah 24/11 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The screening of Cilama, directed by Hady Zaccak in 2024, at the IMA in Paris, as part of Focus Tripoli: Tripoli, Arab Cultural Capital 2024, offered an evocative glimpse into Tripoli’s cinematic past. The documentary, both poetic and deeply reflective, serves as an album that chronicles the collective memory of cinema at the heart of this ...
Caracalla Carries Baalbeck's Timeless Spirit to World Stages
Marie-Christine Tayah 16/11 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Baalbeck Caracalla Culture Beijing Lebanon
Amid Lebanon's ongoing challenges, Caracalla Dance Theater recently showcased its enduring strength and cultural pride on the world stage. Invited to represent Lebanon at Beijing Forum for Performing Arts (BFPA) 2024, held at the National Center for the Performing Arts (NCPA) in Beijing, Caracalla joined over 60 arts institutions from across the ...
'Between Homes' by Chloé Khoury Showcased in Portugal
Marie-Christine Tayah 13/11 14:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Chloé Khoury's film, Between Homes, is a five-minute introspective journey between Lebanon and France. At the festival, other films were also screened and received special mentions, including The Caterpillars by Michelle and Noel Keserwany, and The Sea and the Waves by Liana and Renaud. In Between Homes, Chloé Khoury explores the sense of ...
‘JML NYC 02-23’: Exploring Humanity Through the Lens of Joseph Michael Lopez
Marie-Christine Tayah 12/11 10:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
The images of photographer JML, who recently signed his book JML NYC 02-23 at the Grand Palais in Paris during the Paris Photo exhibition, capture the timeless essence of human connections, filling empty spaces with meaning and seizing fleeting beauty. With his Leica, Joseph Michael Lopez frames moments that evoke memories and inspire the ...
Le Monnot Theater Presents 'Abl Ma Fell', a Play Exploring Humanity
Marie-Christine Tayah 08/11 18:45 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Le Monnot theater responds to the call to revive the performing arts despite the challenges. In these uncertain times, the play Abl Ma Fell embodies an act of theatrical resilience. By reopening its doors, Through this production, the play’s team demonstrates that theater remains a vital space for expression and connection, even in times of ...
The ‘Musicales du Liban’: Three Concerts for Culture and Solidarity
Marie-Christine Tayah 07/11 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Musicales du Liban is embarking on its sixth season, a testament to Lebanon’s cultural resilience in these challenging times. The first concert will take place on November 17 at 4 p.m., marking the 10th anniversary of Said Akl’s passing, with the cantata Fakhreddin II by Iyad Kanaan. This piece will be performed by ...
Le Monnot Theater Pays Tribute to French Poet Jacques Prévert
Marie-Christine Tayah 05/11 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Jacques Prévert’s work continues to inspire literature enthusiasts, lovers of rhyme, and wordplay. Embracing this spirit, Josyane Boulos, Zalfa Chelhot, and Cyril Jabre will bring the poet's words to life, embodying them on stage to captivate the audience of Le Monnot theater. This swift artistic initiative, organized shortly after a meeting ...
Le Monnot Theater: A Call for Hope and Action in Uncertain Times
Marie-Christine Tayah 29/10 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Under the direction of Josyane Boulos, actors, directors, and creators gathered at Le Monnot Theater for a series of reflective meetings on Lebanon’s cultural future, seeking concrete ways to support and revive the sector. These exchanges offered a valuable space for the artistic community and theater audience, fostering support, dialogue, and ...
‘Arzé’: A Tribute to Lebanese Women’s Strength, All the Way to the Oscars
Marie-Christine Tayah 28/10 18:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Lebanon recently celebrated with pride the announcement of the nomination of Arzé, a film by Mira Shaib, for the upcoming Oscars on March 3. Chosen by Lebanon’s Oscar preselection committee, this feature film will represent Lebanon in the Best Foreign Film category. The nomination of Arzé has been hailed on social media by the cast as a ...