Zeina Nader 2024-05-02 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
"Disconnected" is the latest solo exhibition by artist Magda Chaaban, currently on display at The Gallerist in Sodeco Square, Beirut. A child of war, Magda Chaaban found solace in her grandmother’s garden, a refuge from the external conflicts where she was cradled by loving arms, observing wooden shutters, a brick roof, clotheslines and kites. ...
2024-05-02 10:24 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Madonna’s much-anticipated free concert on Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beach on Saturday, May 4, has significantly altered the dynamics of the local area, with expectations of attracting over a million fans. The event, hailed as the pinnacle of her Celebration Tour, is set to be the largest show in her 40-year career. Madonna, aged 65, ...
2024-05-01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The renowned French-Iranian artist Marjane Satrapi, renowned for her graphic novel Persepolis which poignantly narrates her experiences as a young girl in post-revolutionary Iran, has been honored with Spain’s esteemed Princess of Asturias Award for Communications and Humanities. On Tuesday, April 30 2024, the award jury lauded the 54-year-old ...
David Sahyoun 2024-05-01 14:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Every week, we invite you to explore a striking quote from a great psychoanalyst to reveal all 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 ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-05-01 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
May 1 is a symbol of social struggles and the spring season, resonating differently across the globe. Originating in the United States in 1886 amid labor demands for an 8-hour workday, this day evolved under the impetus of the Second International into a crucial international rendez-vous for workers. In France, May 1 has a dual aspect. On one ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-05-01 10:05 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
The famous writer Paul Auster, the undisputed master of the American postmodern novel, left us at the age of 77, leaving behind a monumental literary work that marked his era. Born in 1947 in Newark, New Jersey, Paul Auster was attracted to writing from a very young age. After studying at Columbia, he traveled to Europe before fully devoting ...
2024-04-30 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Metropolis cinema, once bustling with a loyal audience, witnessed an ongoing renaissance in its programming over the years. Forced to close its doors in 2020 amidst social, political and economic upheaval, it is now poised to construct an innovative space in Beirut, directly facing the port. This new venue aims to unite institutions, artists, ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-04-30 13:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
In the last century, Tangier became a captivating destination for renowned American jazz musicians, leaving a rich legacy that continues to inspire and enchant. Tangier, the enchanting city nestled between the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, has long been a magnet for artists, intellectuals and musicians from around the world. In the ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-04-30 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Gérard Depardieu, a sacred monster of French cinema, finds himself today in the midst of a storm, accused of sexual assault. A look back at the tumultuous trajectory of an extraordinary actor. Gérard Depardieu, a name that resonates like thunder in the French cinematic landscape, finds himself today at the heart of a scandal that shakes his ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-04-29 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Alma Fakhre, a Lebanese-Grenadian-French artist, captivates audiences at the Venice Biennale’s Grenada Pavilion with her soul-stirring, boundary-defying artwork that celebrates the interconnectedness of humanity. Alma Fakhre, a visionary artist whose roots span the globe, has made a mark on the art world with her thought-provoking and ...
Zeina Nader 2024-04-29 15:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Fatima Al Housseini’s exhibition "Let it Bloom," at Art Scene Gallery in Gemmayze, is vibrant and full of life. A fine arts graduate and current art teacher, Fatima has always been passionate about art and painting, a passion evident from her early childhood when she won prizes at the famous Fabriano competition. After participating in ...
2024-04-29 13:28 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
As the Cannes Film Festival approaches, set to host its 77th competition for the Palme d’Or, the festival’s organizers revealed on Monday the makeup of its jury. Among the members is Lebanese director, actress and screenwriter Nadine Labaki. The Cannes Film Festival will take place from May 14 to 25 and will be chaired by American director ...