This Is Beirut 2024-07-07 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In its perpetual quest to encourage and inspire artistic creation, the Boghossian Foundation, based in Brussels, annually awards prizes to Lebanese artists since 2012. The Boghossian Foundation Prize is awarded in Beirut and aims to reward young Lebanese artists in various artistic disciplines. This year, the selected disciplines are ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-07-07 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Following the controversy surrounding the choice of the film representing France at the 2024 Oscars, the National Center for Cinema (CNC) announced changes to the selection process, aiming to strengthen collegiality, diversity and the independence of the commission. France has decided to revise its selection process for the feature film competing ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-07-06 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In the midst of a storm, Lebanon launches a bold campaign to promote tourism. “Mechouar,” initiated by the Ministry of Tourism, is intended as a message of hope and resilience in a highly challenging context. This term, which means “promenade” in Arabic, evokes the idea of a pleasant stroll, a moment of respite. However, given the ...
Maureen Décor 2024-07-06 14:01 - Reading : less than a minute
Friday marked the launch of the third edition of the Dhour Shweir International Jazz Festival, with an eclectic line-up of local and international artists.
2024-07-06 14:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
The term “Laboratory” encompasses all aspects of experimentation, the unexpected, and exploration, which is precisely the mission of the dynamic platform Beirut Physical Lab. Since its inception, it has been an interactive, stimulating, creative, and accessible space, generating numerous activities around contemporary dance and performing arts ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-07-06 10:22 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Georges Chakra transports the catwalk to the Arena di Verona with his Couture Fall/Winter 2024–2025 collection, where opera merges with timeless elegance for an enchanting visual symphony. Georges Chakra presents his Couture Fall/Winter 2024–2025 collection, a vibrant homage to the Verona opera, where passion and grandeur intertwine. ...
2024-07-05 17:41 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Vernis Rouge, the Franco-Lebanese singer revealed by The Voice France 2024, is returning to Lebanon for an exceptional concert on August 2, 2024. This unique event will be held at the Jardins du Mzaar in Kfardebian as part of the Mzaar Summer Festival, a must-attend event for music lovers. Manon Debs, better known by her stage name Vernis Rouge, ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-07-05 14:05 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
On July 13 and 14, 2024, the Casino du Liban will resonate with an exceptional musical fusion. The Symphonic Rock concert by the Saint Joseph University (USJ) Choir promises to brilliantly combine rock classics with symphonic music. At the helm, the passionate and visionary conductor Yasmina Sabbah reveals the behind-the-scenes of this highly ...
2024-07-05 10:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
On June 28, editor and author Saria Hanna Moutran signed her fourth children’s book, Gibran Khalil Gibran, the Poet Without Borders, part of the “Great Lebanese Legends” collection, published by Head in the Stars. Telling children the fabulous stories of Lebanese personalities who have made their mark on the world with their talent is a ...
2024-07-04 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
A Barbie doll that spent six months on the ISS will debut at London's Design Museum this week. This celebration marks Barbie's 65th anniversary in partnership with Mattel. A Barbie doll that spent six months orbiting the Earth aboard the International Space Station (ISS) will make its public debut this week at the Design Museum in London. ...
This Is Beirut 2024-07-04 13:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
From July 5 to 13, 2024, “Italian Screens” presents in Beirut a selection of the most iconic Italian films of 2023. This event will take place at Beirut Souks Cinemacity. The Lebanese capital is set to welcome “Italian Screens,” an initiative by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Directorate ...
2024-07-04 11:15 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Currently, the spotlight at Le Monnot Theater is on Hal Hal Shi Tabi3i, a play directed by the talented Riyad Chirazi. On stage, Talal Jurdi and Ziad Itani deliver outstanding performances in the lead roles. Among the must-see pieces of this theatrical season, Hal Hal Shi Tabi3i (Is This Normal?) at Le Monnot Theater stands out with its ...