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Iris Van Herpen: Chaos and Harmony's Artistic Fusion
Iris Van Herpen: Chaos and Harmony's Artistic Fusion

Adorning celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Natalie Portman and Tilda Swinton, among others, Iris Van Herpen established herself as a luminary in the realm of fashion design. Her exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris has drawn visitors from around the globe and is scheduled to run until April 28. Visitors are transported into a ...

From ‘Twin Peaks’ to Cannes: Kyle MacLachlan's Stellar Career
From ‘Twin Peaks’ to Cannes: Kyle MacLachlan's Stellar Career

Kyle MacLachlan, the illustrious American actor, has undoubtedly left his mark in the history of television series. His memorable roles in cult works such as Twin Peaks, Sex and the City, and Desperate Housewives have recently been celebrated at the Canneseries ceremony, where he was awarded an honorary prize for his career achievements. Kyle ...

Ephemeral No More: Exploring Shirine Geagea’s Timeless Universe
Ephemeral No More: Exploring Shirine Geagea’s Timeless Universe

With the exhibition titled “Pas si éphémère que ça” (Not So Ephemeral After All), photographer Shirine Geagea invites us to explore a strange and dreamlike universe at the Takeover gallery until April 17. The exhibition is grounded in a unique artistic process inspired by the artist’s traumatic experience during the August 4 explosion, ...

Breakfast at Tiffany’s Diamond-Covered Classic
Breakfast at Tiffany’s Diamond-Covered Classic

  In an extraordinary fusion of literature and luxury, a unique edition of Truman Capote’s iconic novel, Breakfast at Tiffany's, has been transformed into a dazzling artifact valued at $1.5 million. This remarkable edition, covered with over a thousand diamonds, commemorates the centennial of the American writer’s birth and marks forty ...

Beirut Tribute to Women: Beirut International Women Film Festival
Beirut Tribute to Women: Beirut International Women Film Festival

This April, Beirut International Women Film Festival (BIWFF) embarks on its seventh edition, once again shining a spotlight on women's unparalleled contributions to the cinematic world. Organized by the Beirut Film Society, the festival serves as a platform for showcasing female-centric narratives and a symbol of change in the industry and ...

The Lemand Donation, An Inestimable Treasure for the IMA Museum
The Lemand Donation, An Inestimable Treasure for the IMA Museum

On the occasion of the Legion of Honour award to Claude and France Lemand, Jack Lang praises their extraordinary donation to the IMA, opening new perspectives for Arab art. In a heartfelt tribute published for the Legion of Honour award ceremony for Claude and France Lemand, Jack Lang, President of the Institut du Monde Arabe (IMA), reflects on ...

Tripoli Fair: 60 Years of History, 20 Artists' Visions
Tripoli Fair: 60 Years of History, 20 Artists' Visions

In a captivating blend of cultural heritage and artistic innovation, the Brazilian Embassy in Lebanon has announced the exhibition titled “Tripoli Fair: The Way I See It” Art Prize-Selected Works, set to open from April 12 to 27, 2024. Located in the picturesque Marsah, Mina, in Tripoli, the exhibition is open from Monday to Friday from 12 PM ...

“Confessions from a War”: A Documentary to Break the Silence
“Confessions from a War”: A Documentary to Break the Silence

On April 13, 2024, the documentary Confessions of a War about the Lebanese Civil War will premiere in Beirut, in the presence of the people who testify in it. Nearly 34 years after the end of the fighting, former enemies of the Lebanese Civil War (1975-1990) have come together to deliver their poignant testimonies in the documentary Confessions ...

Dolce & Gabbana Dazzle Milan With Their Stunning Exhibition
Dolce & Gabbana Dazzle Milan With Their Stunning Exhibition

  The exhibition "From the Heart to the Hands: Dolce & Gabbana" at the Palazzo Reale in Milan celebrates the creative genius of the duo, their love for Italian culture and their unique approach to luxury. The Palazzo Reale in Milan opens its doors to the event exhibition "From the Heart to the Hands: Dolce & Gabbana," a true ...

It All Started with Childhood Drawings for James Cameron
It All Started with Childhood Drawings for James Cameron

Filmmaker James Cameron is currently being celebrated in a Parisian exhibition titled The Art of James Cameron. This showcase, hosted by the Cinémathèque française, illuminates Cameron's prodigious talents beyond the director's chair, focusing on his adeptness with pencil and paper. As the exhibition started this Thursday, April 4, and ...

Innovative Initiative Reinventing Health: 'Beauty and Wellbeing Forum 2024'
Innovative Initiative Reinventing Health: 'Beauty and Wellbeing Forum 2024'

The Beauty and Wellbeing Forum 2024 recently held a press conference at the Chamber of Commerce headquarters in Beirut, unveiling details about the upcoming event. Scheduled from April 18 to 21, 2024, and enjoying the patronage of the Ministries of Information and Economy, the forum will take place at the Forum de Beirut. The event attracted a ...

An Invitation to Yolande Naufal's Dream at Chaos Art Gallery
An Invitation to Yolande Naufal's Dream at Chaos Art Gallery

Chaos Art Gallery, in collaboration with the family of Yolande Naufal, extend an invitation to the art exhibition Invitation au Rêve (An Invitation to Dream) – A Tribute to Yolande Naufal (1949-2023). This remarkable event opened its doors on April 4 and will run until April 18, marking a celebration of the profound legacy left by Yolande ...