Culture

When Adel Karam Meets Georges Khabbaz in 'Khiyal Sahra'
When Adel Karam Meets Georges Khabbaz in 'Khiyal Sahra'

From August 1 to 31, Adel Karam and Georges Khabbaz will bring the stage of Casino du Liban to life in the play written by Georges Khabbaz and produced by Tarek Karam, Khiyal Sahra (“Puppet”). On this occasion, a press conference was held at La Martingale, attended by a multitude of journalists representing various Lebanese media ...

Beyond the Stage: Jalal Khoury's Journey in Photography
Beyond the Stage: Jalal Khoury's Journey in Photography

  Jalal Khoury, an essential figure in Lebanese theater and the first author from the country to be translated and performed abroad, was also a talented photographer. This lesser-known facet of the artist with a rich repertoire was highlighted during a ceremony on Wednesday, July 24, celebrating the donation of a collection of his ...

John Mayall, Pioneering British Blues Musician, Dies at 90
John Mayall, Pioneering British Blues Musician, Dies at 90

John Mayall, the influential British blues singer, musician, and bandleader, passed away at his home in California at the age of 90, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of rock and blues music. John Mayall, the pioneering British blues musician who helped shape the course of rock music in the 1960s, died on Monday at his home in ...

Henri Michaux: The Art of Cultivating Creative Inadaptability
Henri Michaux: The Art of Cultivating Creative Inadaptability

Every week, we invite you to explore a striking quote to reveal its depth and richness. These lapidary, often provocative formulas open up new perspectives on the intricacies of the human psyche. By deciphering these quotes with rigor and pedagogy, we invite you on a fascinating journey to the heart of psychoanalytic thought to better understand ...

Lady Gaga Fuels Paris Olympic Ceremony Speculations
Lady Gaga Fuels Paris Olympic Ceremony Speculations

Lady Gaga was recently spotted in Paris, sparking Olympic opening ceremony rumors as celebrities gather for a historic Seine spectacle. Video footage of Lady Gaga in Paris, just days before the start of the Olympic Games, has ignited rumors that the US pop star could feature in Friday's opening ceremony. The 38-year-old singer was seen arriving ...

21 Films Competing for Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival
21 Films Competing for Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival

The 81st Venice Film Festival will take place from August 28 to September 7, featuring 21 films in competition for the Golden Lion. The 81st Venice Film Festival will showcase 21 films competing for the Golden Lion for Best Film. The festival's artistic director, Alberto Barbera, announced the lineup during a streamed presentation. This year's ...

Beiteddine Art Festival: A Fusion of Heritage and Art
Beiteddine Art Festival: A Fusion of Heritage and Art

The Beiteddine Art Festival, one of the Middle East's leading cultural events, takes place at the magnificent 200-year-old Beiteddine Palace in Lebanon. This year's series of captivating art exhibitions begins on Thursday, July 25, at 6:00 p.m. Three exhibitions highlight the festival: Landscapes of Belonging, a visual celebration of Lebanon's ...

Lorenzo Mattotti Brings Dynamic Art to Paris 2024
Lorenzo Mattotti Brings Dynamic Art to Paris 2024

Lorenzo Mattotti, renowned Italian illustrator and comics artist, showcases vibrant artwork for the 2024 Paris Olympics, highlighting dynamic movement and the spirit of the Games. Lorenzo Mattotti, an accomplished Italian comics artist and illustrator, has showcased artwork in several French regions to welcome the Olympics. The artist’s work ...

“Digital.ME”: Digital Art Reinvents Itself at DiGen Art Gallery
“Digital.ME”: Digital Art Reinvents Itself at DiGen Art Gallery

DiGen Art Gallery inaugurates Digital.ME, an innovative exhibition showcasing 11 digital artists from the Middle East, exploring the theme of self-representation through various forms of digital art. The exhibition is on view in Beirut, Monday to Friday from 11 am to 7 pm, and on Saturdays by appointment, until September 6, 2024. Digital.ME ...

85-Year-Old Polish DJ Defies Senior Stereotypes
85-Year-Old Polish DJ Defies Senior Stereotypes

DJ Vika, an 85-year-old Polish activist and great-grandmother, challenges ageism through music and advocacy, promoting unity, equality and tolerance while inspiring seniors to embrace life fully. In the heart of Warsaw, an unusual sight captivates the crowd at a Gay Pride event: an 85-year-old woman with snow-white hair, adorned with oversized ...

‘Allo, Beirut:’ Tribute to City Heartbeat at Chaos Art Gallery
‘Allo, Beirut:’ Tribute to City Heartbeat at Chaos Art Gallery

The exhibition "Allo, Beirut" will soon open its doors at Chaos Art Gallery, located at 14 Sursock Street, showcasing the works of both Lebanese and international artists. The opening is scheduled for Thursday, July 25, from 5 PM to 9 PM, and the exhibition will run until September 14, 2024, from 11 AM to 7:30 PM, excluding Sundays. "Allo, ...

Yemi Alade, the Bold Nigerian at the Service of Afropop
Yemi Alade, the Bold Nigerian at the Service of Afropop

Yemi Alade, a Nigerian singer with 18 million followers on Instagram, is shaking up the afropop scene. Her new album Rebel Queen is set to be released on Friday, featuring prestigious collaborations like Ziggy Marley and Angélique Kidjo. Yemi Alade is fearless. This thirty-something Nigerian singer dares to do what few of her peers do. “I do ...