Alain E. Andrea 2024-01-17 18:16 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
The dichotomy between artistic celebration and social support for artists raises crucial questions about the place and protection of these creators who enrich our universal artistic heritage. This article sheds light on a narrative where the vulnerability of three Western composers collides with the intransigence of a capricious table in the land ...
This Is Beirut 2024-01-17 13:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
On Monday, January 22, at 5:00 PM, BAFF is organizing the screening of After the End of the World, directed by Nadim Mishlawi, at Bathish Auditorium, West Hall. The documentary had its Arab premiere at the Red Sea International Film Festival in 2022. Following the screening of After the End of the World, organized by BAFF at AUB in partnership ...
2024-01-17 12:32 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Television's glitterati graced the Emmys red carpet in Los Angeles on Monday, January 15, showcasing trends that emerged from a whirlwind week of awards shows in Hollywood. The fashion zeitgeist was defined by a trio of hues: resplendent red gowns, luxurious purple attire and an abundance of sophisticated, alluring black. The Peacock Theatre, ...
This Is Beirut 2024-01-16 19:06 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The 75th Emmy Awards, held in Los Angeles on Monday, January 15, celebrated a variety of achievements. HBO's Succession and FX's The Bear emerged as significant winners, each clinching six awards. As the 75th Emmy Awards ended in a glamorous ceremony, the full list of winners in key categories was handed out in Los Angeles. Actress Patricia ...
2024-01-16 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
On Monday, January 15, Turkey initiated the imposition of a substantial entrance fee for international tourists wishing to visit the renowned sixth-century edifice, Hagia Sophia, in Istanbul. This architectural marvel, which underwent a contentious transformation into a mosque in 2020, now requires foreign visitors to pay 25 euros each for ...
2024-01-16 13:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Back to Black is an upcoming drama film about the renowned singer Amy Winehouse, soon to be released in cinemas. The film chronicles the life and musical journey of Amy Winehouse, from adolescence to adulthood, and the creation of one of the best-selling albums of our time. Back to Black is a musical drama directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson. It ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-16 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
At the prestigious Critics Choice Awards, Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer emerged as a dominant force, sweeping eight categories including Best Picture. This victory positions the film as a front runner for the upcoming Academy Awards, showcasing its widespread acclaim and potential for further success. Oppenheimer, directed by Christopher ...
This Is Beirut 2024-01-15 18:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
An upcoming solo exhibition, Beirut Midnight, is scheduled for February 9 at KED. Curated by the Lynn Modallal Gallery, the event is invitation-only and will explore human experiences and prejudices. The exhibition is poised to explore the complex and often misunderstood nexus of pain and pleasure within the realm of physical experiences. The ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-01-15 17:04 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Waddah Faris, a distinguished figure in both Lebanese and regional art, has left an indelible legacy in the world of art and culture. He recently passed away at the age of 84. Renowned for his charisma and extraordinary personality, Faris not only significantly influenced local and Arab art scenes but also made a mark on the international ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-15 13:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
British supermodel Kate Moss, an icon of the “Cool Britannia” era of the 1990s, reaches a milestone as she turns 50 this Tuesday, continuing to captivate the nation with her enduring allure. Despite her reluctance to acknowledge the significant birthday, as she revealed in a candid interview with 'The Times' last September, the media has been ...
2024-01-15 11:09 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
The exhibition 'No Title' by the painter and sculptor Fadi Yazigi at the Tanit Gallery, open from January 10th to February 16, 2024, sets the tone, inviting the spectator to immerse themselves in eloquent and poignant images. The canvases, brandished like a standard, testify to a history marked by wounds, presenting a form of art that is punchy ...
This Is Beirut 2024-01-14 18:36 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Esteemed Lebanese artist Jamil Molaeb is set to captivate art enthusiasts with his latest exhibition, Jamilat, running from January 17 to February 23, 2024, at Galerie Janine Rubeiz. Born in Lebanon in 1948, Molaeb, a master’s graduate from Pratt Institute in New York and a PhD holder in Art Education from the University of Ohio, returns to his ...