Béatrice Moreau 2024-06-03 18:05 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Netflix series Heeramandi reignited interest in Pakistan’s historical red-light district, but the show’s glamorous portrayal starkly contrasts with the harsh realities faced by modern-day sex workers. Netflix’s latest hit series, Heeramandi, captivated audiences with its dazzling depiction of courtesans in 1940s Lahore, Pakistan. The ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-06-03 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In a small Moroccan village, ancient melodies intertwine with hypnotic rhythms, drawing devotees from around the world to experience the timeless magic of Joujouka music. The Master Musicians of Joujouka, a collective that has captivated audiences at prestigious venues worldwide, return to their mountain village every spring to perform for an ...
2024-06-03 10:43 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Starting July 1st, the eagerly awaited streaming platform Max will become the new home for the beloved series Friends, previously available on Netflix, as announced by Warner Bros. Discovery. Max, a streaming platform launching in France on June 11, will feature the iconic series Friends from July 1st, transitioning from Netflix, according to ...
This Is Beirut 2024-06-02 17:51 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
From June 4 until June 6, Art District Gallery welcomes art enthusiasts to “Ocean of Images,” a unique photo exhibition by Lebanese-American photographer Khodr Cherri, showcasing his underwater photography. A graduate of Lebanese University in Beirut, Khodr Cherri began his career as a film technician, and eventually became a master ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-06-02 14:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
In a country where art and culture are often neglected, the descendants of renowned Libyan artist Ali Gana transformed their family home into the nation’s first modern art museum. After a decade of determination and hard work, Hadia Gana, the youngest of Ali Gana’s four children, finally inaugurated the museum in the family’s villa on the ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-06-02 11:12 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
With “12 Women (and an Orange Cat),” Benoît Debbané invites us to revisit our perception of feminine beauty. Through his intimate and authentic portraits, the Lebanese painter pays tribute to the women who have marked his life, while exploring the fascinating parallels between femininity and the enigmatic presence of cats. The opening ...
This Is Beirut 2024-06-01 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Byblos International Festival promises an unforgettable summer in 2024, with an eclectic program showcasing renowned Lebanese and Egyptian artists over five exceptional evenings. In the prestigious setting of the Byblos Sur Mer Hotel, the Byblos International Festival unveiled its 2024 program during a press conference attended by caretaker ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-06-01 15:05 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
After nearly five decades, the iconic Swedish pop group ABBA reunited at the Royal Palace in Stockholm to receive the prestigious Royal Order of Vasa from King Carl XVI Gustaf. On Friday, May 31, 2024, the four members of ABBA—Agnetha Faltskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson and Anni-Frid Lyngstad—were honored with the Royal Order of Vasa, ...
This Is Beirut 2024-06-01 10:38 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Artist Marc Keyrouz presents his first exhibition, Mother Superior, an immersive experience exploring human interconnectedness through a unique visual language. This exceptional opportunity to discover the fascinating world of 55 will take place from June 7 to 14 at Union Marks. Lebanese artist Marc Keyrouz, creator of the enigmatic visual ...
2024-05-31 21:20 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
On May 30, 2024, the Beirut Spring Festival, organized by the Samir Kassir Foundation, was inaugurated. During this opening, the premiere of the eighth season of the documentary series Zyara was screened. The event took place before an audience of journalists, artists, and an audience passionate about the golden era. The 16th edition of ...
This Is Beirut 2024-05-31 16:36 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
On May 30, 2024, the Abu Dhabi Festival and the Apostolic Nunciature to the United Arab Emirates offered the public a memorable evening with the Arab premiere of the prestigious Sistine Chapel Choir at St. Francis Church in the Abrahamic Family House. On May 30, a musical event of historical significance took place under the benevolent gaze of ...
2024-05-31 10:27 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Manu Chao has recently released Viva Tu, a music video that heralds his new album with Because Music, his first in 17 years. The album is expected this autumn and will be accompanied by a tour. After selling millions of albums worldwide and with a career spanning over three decades, Franco-Spanish singer Manu Chao, the "desaparecido" (the ...