Fida Khalifé 2024-01-05 10:42 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
It’s a journey through the desert. That was my first thought this morning. All night, I woke up suddenly, my mouth dry, my palate thirsty. In the grip of panic, I tried to convince myself that fate would be kind enough to spot an oasis nearby. My exhausted body refused to doze off, to surrender into the arms of Morpheus. My brain was whirling at ...
2024-01-04 18:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The Van Gogh Immersive Experience, currently on display in London, offers a unique opportunity to delve into the world of one of the most revered artists in history. This avant-garde 360-degree digital art exhibition employs cutting-edge technology to present an intimate exploration of Vincent Van Gogh's oeuvre. At London’s immersive ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-04 13:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
London is gearing up for an extraordinary event as Elvis Evolution, a state-of-the-art immersive show featuring the King of Rock ’n’ Roll, Elvis Presley, is set to open later this year. Developed by British company Layered Reality, this groundbreaking spectacle will use artificial intelligence (AI), holographic projections, augmented reality, ...
This Is Beirut 2024-01-04 12:31 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In a tribute that echoed the soulful legacy of Charles Aznavour, Lebanese singer, author, and composer Ghassan Yammine recently captivated audiences with a sold-out concert at Yerevan's illustrious Aram Katchaturian Concert Hall on December 29. This outstanding event, a highlight of the New Armenia Generation national project, came to fruition ...
This Is Beirut 2024-01-03 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Giuseppe Verdi's opera, Nabucco, an undisputed masterpiece of Italian Romanticism, is set to dazzle music enthusiasts with exceptional screenings in Paris on January 6, followed by Beirut on January 17, 2024. Promising to be a memorable cultural event, this production will feature acclaimed lyrical artists such as Maria Barakova, SeokJong ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-03 13:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The recent expiration of Disney’s initial copyright on the character Mickey Mouse, a milestone event occurring 95 years after the release of Steamboat Willie, has sparked a sudden surge in the independent film industry. Within just 24 hours, two indie horror films featuring the now-public domain character were announced, showcasing a bold move ...
2024-01-03 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In 2024, Harry Potter fans will get the chance to step into the realm of cinematic enchantment with an exclusive opportunity to traverse authentic sets from the Harry Potter film series. This journey, which takes place inside the Warner Bros. Studio in London, offers an insightful glimpse into the mesmerizing world of special effects, ...
This Is Beirut 2024-01-02 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
On Thursday, January 4, 2024, at 6:00 PM, the vernissage celebrating the pictorial expression of artist Leyla Nabbout Wakim will take place at Beit Beirut. The curation is jointly conducted by Randa Sadaka, author of the retrospective catalogue “Leyla Nabbout Wakim: The Blossoming of a Delicate Fauvist-Inspired Pictorial Language” (Dergham ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-02 13:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In a significant move honoring a renowned African scholar, the Senegalese government has announced the transformation of Cheikh Anta Diop’s home into a museum, celebrating his centennial birth anniversary and his immense contribution to African history. In a landmark announcement last Friday, Senegalese Prime Minister Amadou Bâ revealed plans ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-02 10:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
South African photojournalist Peter Magubane, renowned for his vivid documentation of the country’s apartheid era, passed away at the age of 91, his family confirmed on Monday. Magubane’s career spanned several decades, capturing pivotal moments in South Africa’s history, including the Soweto student uprising of 1976. His work notably ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-01 18:19 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In an extraordinary tale of survival against all odds, Roberto Canessa, now 70, revisits the harrowing experience of surviving a plane crash, two avalanches, and resorting to cannibalism, which is now the subject of a major Netflix film slated for release on January 4. The film, expected to be a strong contender in the upcoming awards season, ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-01-01 13:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The filmmaker Ridley Scott, actress Emilia Clarke, and singer Shirley Bassey are among those honored by King Charles III on the occasion of the New Year’s Honors, a British tradition celebrating outstanding contributions across various fields. Ridley Scott, renowned for his iconic films, such as Gladiator, Alien, and Thelma & Louise, and ...