Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-03-04 18:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
“Life without music is but an error, a tiresome chore, an exile,” Nietzsche wrote in a letter to Peter Gast in 1888. These words ring especially true in Lebanon, a country where culture and art have always held a paramount place. Just yesterday, the resilience of the Lebanese was celebrated at the J’ai deux amours concert during the 30th ...
2024-03-04 13:28 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Contemporary solitude rekindles an age-old paradox that has captivated philosophers for centuries. On one hand, it manifests as a painful symptom of a modern world that erodes community bonds, with nearly 30% of the French population reportedly suffering from severe feelings of isolation, especially among younger generations. On the other hand, ...
2024-03-04 10:31 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Iris Apfel, an emblematic figure within the sartorial realm, renowned for her distinctive oversized spectacles that became a signature part of her ensemble, passed away at the venerable age of 102, as confirmed by her Instagram account. Hailing from the borough of Queens in New York, Apfel was a paragon of eccentric style and vivacity, ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-03-03 18:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The Autumn-Winter women’s Fashion Week in Paris, concluding on Tuesday, was marked by unforgettable moments, ranging from grace and oddity to controversy and spectacle. At the heart of the Paris Fashion Week runways, seven events particularly captured attention, showcasing the diversity and creative richness of the fashion world. From tender ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-03-03 13:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In the heart of Beirut, an art event poised to challenge perceptions and invite introspection is set to open its doors. "Ephemeral Lands," the latest solo exhibition by Lebanese visual artist Salah Missi, promises an evening of artistic exploration and cultural reflection at the no/mad utopia gallery on Thursday, March 7, from 6 PM to 9 PM. This ...
Alain E. Andrea 2024-03-03 10:30 - Reading : 7 minute(s)
Among the luminaries of 19th-century European music, Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849) stands out as the undisputed "poet of the piano." He deliberately focused on the piano, the king of instruments, to delve into and elevate the nuanced emotions of Romantic music—ranging from passion and melancholy to rebellion, despair and exuberance. His ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-03-02 18:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Following the triumph of Bharati, Bollywood makes a blazing return to European stages with Devdas, a captivating musical spectacle led by Bhavna Pani. Indian cinema continues to weave its web beyond its borders, this time capturing the European imagination with the launch of Devdas, a musical comedy based on the eponymous film that ...
This Is Beirut 2024-03-02 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Émotions Florissantes (Flourishing Emotions) by Aline Abi Fadel will be held from March 1st to the 15th at Maher Attar’s studio. This exhibition offers a journey into the heart of abstract expressionism, exploring the realm of emotions through a unique play of colors and shapes. The works in this collection celebrate the human experience, with ...
2024-03-02 10:18 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
At Paris Fashion Week on Friday, the Japanese fashion house Issey Miyake, steadfastly grounded in its approach yet pairing the most sophisticated designer dresses with casual footwear, ventured into the realm of unusual color combinations and embraced a highly eclectic "mix and match" philosophy for its women's fashion show. Satoshi Kondo, the ...
Alain E. Andrea 2024-03-01 20:16 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
Among the luminaries of 19th-century European music, Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849) stands out as the undisputed 'poet of the piano.' He deliberately focused on the piano, the king of instruments, to delve into and elevate the nuanced emotions of Romantic music — ranging from passion and melancholy to rebellion, despair, and exuberance. His ...
This Is Beirut 2024-03-01 13:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In a world where art stands as a testament to the tumults of our era, renowned Lebanese artist Bassam Geitani invites us into profound introspection through his exhibition Dans le creux du chaos (In the Hollow of Chaos) at the Galerie Janine Rubeiz. Nadine Majdalani Begdache beckons art enthusiasts to the opening on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. The ...
2024-03-01 10:36 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Listen to the article Renowned Italian filmmaker Paolo Taviani, celebrated for his compelling biographical drama Padre Padrone, which clinched the prestigious Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, passed away at the age of 92 on Thursday, February 29, 2024. Roberto Gualtieri, the mayor of Rome, announced the news. Paolo Taviani ...