Alain E. Andrea 2023-12-08 10:38 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
There was a time when tonality reigned majestically over the European musical scene, elevating its followers to the status of demiurges, praised and honored for eternity. However, the great musical schism of the 20th century marked the irreversible divorce between European art music and the tonal system. This reality became increasingly apparent ...
Béatrice Moreau 2023-12-07 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In a remarkable accolade, American pop singer Taylor Swift has been named Time magazine’s Person of the Year for 2023. This announcement, made on Wednesday, honors the artist’s phenomenal influence on the music industry, particularly through a tour that has achieved overwhelming success. Sam Jacobs, Time’s Editor-in-Chief, highlights Taylor ...
This Is Beirut 2023-12-07 17:34 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
After a four-year hiatus, the digital magazine of the Agenda Culturel has made a dazzling comeback, offering 350 pages and featuring more than 140 events that capture the vibrant, robust and cultural spirit of Beirut. This issue, number 597, marks a renewal, testifying to the city’s richness and resilience. In her editorial, Myriam Nasr Shuman ...
This Is Beirut 2023-12-07 13:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Colors of India concert, scheduled for the 20th and 21st of December 2023 at the Saint-Joseph Church of the Jesuit Fathers in Monnot, is poised to be a landmark event in the cultural landscape. This unique concert harmoniously blends classical, Indian, and Western musical styles. Yasmina Sabbah, the conductor, introduces the event with these ...
2023-12-07 11:10 - Reading : 8 minute(s)
The dawn breeze has secrets to tell you. Do not go back to sleep. This inspiring quote from the great Persian mystic poet Rumi opens Sarah Doraghi's impactful book, Iran In/Out. From the outset, the tone is set: the following pages take us far off the beaten path, immersing us in the daily reality of the Iranian people in all its complexity and ...
2023-12-06 18:02 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
December 6 to 17 marks a captivating theatrical event at Le Monnot Theater, featuring Fernanda Barth in a multifaceted portrayal of various female characters. This Lebanese-Brazilian actress, previously acclaimed for her performances in Paris, now embraces the challenge of bringing these characters to life on the Lebanese stage. How did you come ...
This Is Beirut 2023-12-06 13:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The inauguration of a novel artistic space by Fadia Ahmad and Nicolas Baaklini is scheduled for Thursday, December 7, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, at the Sevilla Building in Ashrafieh. The joint artistic space created by Fadia Ahmad and Nicolas Baaklini stands as a unique testament to their collaborative spirit and shared passion for art. This space, ...
2023-12-06 11:09 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City hosted a media preview for its latest Costume Institute exhibit, Women Dressing Women, on December 4. This exhibit marks a significant exploration of the impact and influence women designers have had on the fashion industry, particularly in how women dress. The Women Dressing Women showcase ...
This Is Beirut 2023-12-05 17:57 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Photographer Joumana Jamhouri showcased her works at Paris Photo, one of the most significant fairs in the field. The event, titled "The Sea in All Its States," was conducted in collaboration with the Tanit Gallery, founded and directed by Naila Kettaneh and based in Beirut and Munich. What does it feel like to be exhibited at such a prestigious ...
2023-12-05 14:05 - Reading : 7 minute(s)
Red is the dominant color in Cyril's film, vividly representing volcanic magma, particularly after the explosion on August 4, which he began capturing through his instinctive documentary filmmaking approach. The film chronicles the experiences of Mounia Akl's film crew for Costa Brava, Lebanon, immediately following the Beirut port explosion on ...
Zeina Nader 2023-12-05 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Daniela Stephan is a young Lebanese filmmaker and photographer based in London, she is rapidly gaining recognition through numerous awards early in her promising career. Daniela is a 2018 graduate in cinematography from the Lebanese Academy of Fine Arts in Beirut. She then moved to the United Kingdom to continue her education. She earned a ...
2023-12-04 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Josyane Boulos, artistic and administrative director of Le Monnot Theatre, has embraced her role with unwavering passion. Her dedication to the theater is tangible, as she fervently supports new productions, emerging artists, and youth. Her mission is to transform the theatre into a welcoming space for all audiences, extending her efforts ...