Culture

Mouna Bassili Sehnaoui: The Woman Who Defined Lebanon’s Visual Identity
Mouna Bassili Sehnaoui: The Woman Who Defined Lebanon’s Visual Identity

In the midst of a storm, Lebanon launches a bold campaign to promote tourism. “Mechouar,” initiated by the Ministry of Tourism, is intended as a message of hope and resilience in a highly challenging context. This term, which means “promenade” in Arabic, evokes the idea of a pleasant stroll, a moment of respite. However, given the ...

First Notes of the Dhour Shweir Jazz Festival
First Notes of the Dhour Shweir Jazz Festival

Friday marked the launch of the third edition of the Dhour Shweir International Jazz Festival, with an eclectic line-up of local and international artists.

‘Graces,’ a Show Blending Dance and Humor
‘Graces,’ a Show Blending Dance and Humor

The term “Laboratory” encompasses all aspects of experimentation, the unexpected, and exploration, which is precisely the mission of the dynamic platform Beirut Physical Lab. Since its inception, it has been an interactive, stimulating, creative, and accessible space, generating numerous activities around contemporary dance and performing arts ...

Georges Chakra’s Symphony of Fashion at the Arena di Verona
Georges Chakra’s Symphony of Fashion at the Arena di Verona

  Georges Chakra transports the catwalk to the Arena di Verona with his Couture Fall/Winter 2024–2025 collection, where opera merges with timeless elegance for an enchanting visual symphony. Georges Chakra presents his Couture Fall/Winter 2024–2025 collection, a vibrant homage to the Verona opera, where passion and grandeur intertwine. ...

Vernis Rouge: Triumphant Return from The Voice to Kfardebian
Vernis Rouge: Triumphant Return from The Voice to Kfardebian

Vernis Rouge, the Franco-Lebanese singer revealed by The Voice France 2024, is returning to Lebanon for an exceptional concert on August 2, 2024. This unique event will be held at the Jardins du Mzaar in Kfardebian as part of the Mzaar Summer Festival, a must-attend event for music lovers. Manon Debs, better known by her stage name Vernis Rouge, ...

The USJ Choir and Yasmina Sabbah Reinvent Rock
The USJ Choir and Yasmina Sabbah Reinvent Rock

On July 13 and 14, 2024, the Casino du Liban will resonate with an exceptional musical fusion. The Symphonic Rock concert by the Saint Joseph University (USJ) Choir promises to brilliantly combine rock classics with symphonic music. At the helm, the passionate and visionary conductor Yasmina Sabbah reveals the behind-the-scenes of this highly ...

Saria Hanna Moutran Makes Children Dream
Saria Hanna Moutran Makes Children Dream

On June 28, editor and author Saria Hanna Moutran signed her fourth children’s book, Gibran Khalil Gibran, the Poet Without Borders, part of the “Great Lebanese Legends” collection, published by Head in the Stars. Telling children the fabulous stories of Lebanese personalities who have made their mark on the world with their talent is a ...

Space Barbie Lands in London: A Cosmic Journey
Space Barbie Lands in London: A Cosmic Journey

  A Barbie doll that spent six months on the ISS will debut at London's Design Museum this week. This celebration marks Barbie's 65th anniversary in partnership with Mattel. A Barbie doll that spent six months orbiting the Earth aboard the International Space Station (ISS) will make its public debut this week at the Design Museum in London. ...

'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 ...