Culture

'Italian Screens' in Beirut: The Magic of Contemporary Italian Cinema
'Italian Screens' in Beirut: The Magic of Contemporary Italian Cinema

From July 5 to 13, 2024, “Italian Screens” presents in Beirut a selection of the most iconic Italian films of 2023. This event will take place at Beirut Souks Cinemacity. The Lebanese capital is set to welcome “Italian Screens,” an initiative by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Directorate ...

A Captivating Return for Talal Jurdi on Stage
A Captivating Return for Talal Jurdi on Stage

Currently, the spotlight at Le Monnot Theater is on Hal Hal Shi Tabi3i, a play directed by the talented Riyad Chirazi. On stage, Talal Jurdi and Ziad Itani deliver outstanding performances in the lead roles. Among the must-see pieces of this theatrical season, Hal Hal Shi Tabi3i (Is This Normal?) at Le Monnot Theater stands out with its ...

Hollywood Bids Farewell to Screenwriting Legend Robert Towne
Hollywood Bids Farewell to Screenwriting Legend Robert Towne

The film world mourns the loss of Robert Towne, who passed away at 89. Oscar-winning writer of Chinatown, this genius screenwriter left an indelible mark on Hollywood with his incisive dialogue and complex plots, shaping the art of cinema. Robert Towne, one of the greatest screenwriters in American cinema history, passed away peacefully at the ...

A 'Lebanese Night' by Lubnan Baalbaki in Batroun
A 'Lebanese Night' by Lubnan Baalbaki in Batroun

Lubnan Baalbaki, the permanent conductor of the Lebanese Philharmonic Orchestra, often associated with Western classical music, will ignite the Batroun Festival on July 26 at 8 PM during a “Lebanese Night.” This concert will revive the great hits of Lebanese songs from the 1950s to the 1980s and resurrect the masterpieces of great deceased ...

‘Vision of Time:’ Past Meets Present With Roger Moukarzel
‘Vision of Time:’ Past Meets Present With Roger Moukarzel

As part of the Beirut Art Days, the Teal Art Foundation presents “Vision of Time,” a unique exhibition blending traditional art with modern technologies. A fascinating dialogue between eight historical paintings of Bedouin women and the contemporary creation of Roger Moukarzel. From July 3 to July 16, the Teal Art Foundation invites us on an ...

'There Is No Such Thing as a Baby' — Donald W. Winnicott
'There Is No Such Thing as a Baby' — Donald W. Winnicott

  Every week, we invite you to explore a striking quote from a great psychoanalyst 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 ...

Saloua Raouda Choucair: A Museum Celebrates the Lebanese Avant-Garde
Saloua Raouda Choucair: A Museum Celebrates the Lebanese Avant-Garde

Lebanon celebrated the opening of the Saloua Raouda Choucair Museum, paying tribute to the pioneer of Arab abstract art. Nestled in a pine forest in Ras el-Metn, this artistic sanctuary offers an exceptional immersion into the universe of this visionary artist. An hour’s drive from the bustling city of Beirut, the Saloua Raouda Choucair Museum ...

“Spectrum of Life: Perceptions”: The Contemporary Fables of Sari el-Khazen
“Spectrum of Life: Perceptions”: The Contemporary Fables of Sari el-Khazen

The opening of the exhibition Spectrum of Life: Perceptions by Sari el-Khazen, organized by BEYxART as part of Beirut Art Days, will take place on Friday, July 5, from 6 PM to 9 PM at Art Apart in Gemmayzé. Curated by Ranine el-Homsi, this exhibition will continue until July 15. Sari el-Khazen, a Lebanese architect, interior designer, artist, ...

Ismail Kadare: The Novelist Who Defied Dictatorship Passed Away
Ismail Kadare: The Novelist Who Defied Dictatorship Passed Away

Renowned Albanian novelist Ismail Kadare, whose works defied the oppressive communist regime, passed away at 88, leaving behind a legacy that reshaped Albanian literature and society. Ismail Kadare, the acclaimed Albanian novelist who used his pen to challenge the oppressive communist dictatorship of Enver Hoxha, passed away at a hospital in ...

Jennifer Lopez's ‘Atlas’ Explores Trust Amidst AI Uprising
Jennifer Lopez's ‘Atlas’ Explores Trust Amidst AI Uprising

  Jennifer Lopez’s Atlas, a recently released Netflix original, blends sci-fi and emotional depth. Directed by Brad Peyton, it follows a misanthropic analyst battling AI on a distant planet. Jennifer Lopez’s new Netflix original movie, Atlas, has captivated viewers despite receiving mixed reviews. Directed by Brad Peyton, known for ...

Rain Doesn't Stop David Guetta's Chambord Show
Rain Doesn't Stop David Guetta's Chambord Show

Nearly 30,000 people gathered at Château de Chambord for David Guetta's concert at the “Chambord Live” Festival on June 29, 2024. The DJ's performance featured visual and pyrotechnic effects. Nearly 30,000 people gathered on Saturday evening at Château de Chambord, Loir-et-Cher, to see star DJ David Guetta's show, as part of the third ...

Black British Music: 500 Years of Rhythm
Black British Music: 500 Years of Rhythm

The British Library’s groundbreaking exhibition “Beyond the Bassline” celebrates five centuries of Black British music. From colonial roots to modern-day stars, this immersive journey showcases the cultural impact and evolution of African and Caribbean musical heritage in the UK. In the heart of London, the British Library opened its doors ...