31/03 13:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The Devil Wears Prada, a new musical adaptation, will open at the Dominion Theatre in London's West End in October 2024. This striking adaptation brings to the stage the high-stakes world of fashion journalism. The plot, inspired by Lauren Weisberger's best-selling 2003 novel and its following 2006 film adaptation starring Meryl Streep, Anne ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 31/03 10:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
In the heart of spring, when nature is reborn, an ancient and universal tradition resurfaces to enchant both young and old: the coloring of Easter eggs. Journey through history and cultures. Like a golden thread woven through the ages, the custom of decorating eggs at Easter connects us to ancient civilizations. Persians, Egyptians, Gauls and ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 30/03 18:04 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Thirty years after writing it, Wajdi Mouawad is finally staging Journée de noces chez les Cromagnons (Wedding Day at the Cro-Magnons), a foundational piece of his theatrical universe, with a Lebanese team and in his mother tongue. In 1991, the young Canadian-Lebanese author Wajdi Mouawad wrote Journée de noces chez les Cromagnons, a tragicomic ...
30/03 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
On an electrifying Tuesday evening, March 26, 2024, the streets of New York City's Times Square were illuminated not just by its iconic billboards but also by the presence of Shakira. She orchestrated a surprise free concert on the TSX Stage, captivating an unprecedented audience of more than 40,000 fans — a spectacle unseen in the area ...
This Is Beirut 30/03 10:44 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The Sursock Museum will be gladly hosting the 6th Edition of Yoga Patrimoine, an initiative conceived by Monique Rizkalla Chebli and Hania Rayess, on Saturday, April 6, from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. This marks a noteworthy iteration of Yoga Patrimoine as it ventures into the urban heart of Beirut, offering a "spring" edition held within the historic ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 30/03 09:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Carla Sayad, a multifaceted Lebanese artist, has established herself in the art world as a talented watercolorist. Born in Lebanon and trained in interior design, she quickly shifted her creativity towards watercolor, exploring various surfaces and textures. Her work is distinguished by its delicacy and poetry, especially when expressed through a ...
Béatrice Moreau 29/03 18:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In an era where political correctness shapes much of public discourse, a Japanese TV series humorously juxtaposes the excesses of the 1980s with today’s societal norms, sparking widespread reflection and debate. Extremely Inappropriate, a comedic series available on Netflix, has struck a chord in Japan by depicting a family man from the 1980s ...
This Is Beirut 29/03 13:55 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
For the inaugural time in Lebanon, the Beauty and Wellbeing pioneering forum amalgamates the realms of beauty, physical and psychological health under a single canopy at the Forum de Beyrouth from April 18 to 21, 2024. Endorsed by the Ministries of Information, Economy and Trade, this event will host a vast array of experts in the domains of ...
Béatrice Moreau 29/03 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Alessandro Michele, formerly creative director of Gucci, has been named the new creative director of Valentino. This move follows his departure from Gucci in 2022, concluding a transformative seven-year stint. Michele is set to succeed Pierpaolo Piccioli at Valentino, a brand synonymous with luxury and elegance, founded in 1960 by Valentino ...
Béatrice Moreau 28/03 17:52 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Timothée Chalamet, the talented Franco-American actor, is set to portray the legendary folk rock icon Bob Dylan in an upcoming biopic currently being filmed in New York. At the young age of 28, Timothée Chalamet has already established himself as one of the most sought-after actors in Hollywood. From his roles in Dune to Wonka, Chalamet ...
Béatrice Moreau 28/03 13:55 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In a remarkable turn of events, a portrait of Mary Magdalene, a masterpiece by the renowned Italian Renaissance painter Raphael, has been rediscovered and authenticated after being unknowingly purchased by French collectors. The painting, which had been bought for a mere 30,000 pounds (approximately 35,000 euros) from a London gallery’s ...
28/03 11:26 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
The much-anticipated country album by megastar Beyoncé, Cowboy Carter, set for release on Friday, March 29, has shone a spotlight on the endeavors of Black performers to foster a more inclusive Nashville, recognizing their integral role in the genre's history. This highlight puts into light not only the challenges faced by Black women in country ...