A 'Lebanese Night' by Lubnan Baalbaki in Batroun

2024-07-03 18:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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 ...

The World Stage and Its Circumlocutions

2024-06-24 08:52 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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The G7 summit is a manifest success. The Western powers and their circumstantial partners have demonstrated their ability to engage crucial strategic and security issues, outmaneuver the emerging monolithic blocs, and confront the rising totalitarianism and its incipient power architecture. The invitation of Pope Francis, as a religious leader, a ...

Dhour Shweir Jazz Festival : Lebanon’s Rhythmic Heart Beats Again

This Is Beirut 2024-06-24 13:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

The Dhour Shweir International Jazz Festival returns for its third edition, offering three days of exceptional music, cultural exchange and gastronomy in a picturesque Lebanese setting. Lebanon is set to pulsate with jazz rhythms as the Dhour Shweir International Jazz Festival returns from July 5 to 7, 2024. This unique event, now in its third ...

Simon Doueihy and Lynn el-Hajj Qualify for the Paris Games

This Is Beirut 2024-06-25 10:10 - Reading : less than a minute

Lebanese swimmers Lynn el-Hajj and Simon Doueihy have qualified for the Paris Olympic Games. Both are swimmers. Simon Doueihy worked very hard for a year. He swam the 100-meter freestyle 24 times last year, with times of 50.2 to 50.5 seconds. In his last chance at the Spanish Open Summer Championships, he pulled out all the stops to clinch his ...

Yasser Khattar Unveils “Nass,” an Ode to Community

This Is Beirut 2024-06-29 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

  Lebanese artist Yasser Khattar unveils his new solo exhibition “Nass” at the Chaos Art Gallery in Beirut, celebrating the beauty of everyday life and the bonds that unite individuals. This captivating showcase is part of Beirut Art Days. Chaos Art Gallery presents “Nass,” the new solo exhibition by Lebanese artist Yasser Khattar, ...

Viking Witches: Mysteries Unveiled in Denmark

Béatrice Moreau 2024-06-30 13:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

The National Museum of Denmark sheds light on the “völva,” a mystical female figure from the Viking era. This groundbreaking exhibition explores the crucial role of these prophetesses in ancient Scandinavian society, between power and marginalization. In the collective imagination, Vikings often evoke fierce warriors, skilled traders and ...

Black British Music: 500 Years of Rhythm

Béatrice Moreau 2024-07-01 10:43 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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 ...

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

Zeina Nader 2024-07-02 14:02 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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, ...

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

Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-07-02 18:17 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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 ...

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

Béatrice Moreau 2024-07-03 13:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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 ...

Iris Van Herpen: Chaos and Harmony's Artistic Fusion

2024-04-08 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Adorning celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Natalie Portman and Tilda Swinton, among others, Iris Van Herpen established herself as a luminary in the realm of fashion design. Her exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris has drawn visitors from around the globe and is scheduled to run until April 28. Visitors are transported into a ...

Lille Beat Marseille to Boost Champions League Hopes

This Is Beirut 2024-04-06 13:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Canadian star Jonathan David scored his 23rd goal of the season to set Lille on the way to a 3-1 win over Marseille on Friday that kept them firmly on course for next season's Champions League. David's penalty put Lille ahead early in the second half. Remy Cabella doubled their lead in 71 minutes by scoring against his former ...

Paris 2024: Céline Dion’s Return Illuminates the Olympics’ Opening

Sophia Novalis 2024-07-27 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

The opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games transformed the Seine into a breathtaking stage, celebrating the diversity and cultural richness of France. The highlight of the evening was Céline Dion, who, despite her illness, moved the world by performing "L'hymne à l'amour" from the Eiffel Tower. “It is an honor for me to represent my ...

Between Giacometti and Miró, Jacquemus Sculpts His Fashion

Zeina Nader 2024-01-31 14:22 - Reading : 6 minute(s)

The latest Jacquemus fashion show, titled “Les Sculptures,” took place in the artistic and inspiring environment of the Maeght Foundation in Saint-Paul-De-Vence. This event marked a remarkable fusion of fashion and art, showcasing the creator’s new collection amidst the iconic works of Giacometti and Miró.   View this post ...

Countdown to Louis Vuitton’s Paris Fashion Show

2024-01-14 10:17 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Paris, France, is set to host its renowned Autumn-Winter Men's Fashion Week, commencing this Tuesday, January 16. Anticipated to be a pivotal event, it promises to unveil key trends that will sculpt the fashion landscape for the year. The week's inaugural highlight is the unveiling of Pharrell Williams' third collection for Louis ...

Fadi Yazigi’s 'No Title' Exhibition Unveiled at Tanit Gallery

2024-01-15 11:09 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

The exhibition 'No Title' by the painter and sculptor Fadi Yazigi at the Tanit Gallery, open from January 10th to February 16, 2024, sets the tone, inviting the spectator to immerse themselves in eloquent and poignant images. The canvases, brandished like a standard, testify to a history marked by wounds, presenting a form of art that is punchy ...

Medals for Lebanon at the Arab Swimming Championships

This Is Beirut 2024-01-15 19:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

The Lebanese swimming team shone during its participation in the Arab Aquatics Championships in Doha, the capital of Qatar. It crowned its performance by winning the titles in the girls' 13-14 and 15-16 categories. The boys' 13-14 category title went to Tunisia, while the 15-16 category was won by Qatar. Algeria won the championship in the 17-18 ...

St Charbel Honored in the Vatican, Bells to Ring on Friday

2024-01-18 14:05 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

In the midst of the several crises and wars immersing Lebanon, an event in the Vatican in honor of Saint Charbel will instill hope and peace in the hearts of the Lebanese. The honoring of Saint Charbel will take place at the Vatican in Rome on Friday. In parallel, Maronite Patriarch Cardinal Bechara Boutros al-Rai has called for a moment of ...

'May December:' Portman, Moore Navigate Controversial, Intricate Love Story

Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-21 13:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

May December, the latest feature film from acclaimed American director Todd Haynes, offers an immersion into a complex and provocative narrative. This 1 hour and 57-minute film, which competed at the Cannes Film Festival last May, is distinguished by its bold storytelling and exploration of controversial themes. The film marks a significant ...

‘Cute’ Exhibition in London: A Journey into Kawaii Culture

Béatrice Moreau 2024-01-25 14:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

In the heart of London, the Cute exhibition at Somerset House presents a unique exploration of the “cute” phenomenon in contemporary culture. This intriguing display, opening on Thursday, delves into the multifaceted influence of cuteness, a concept deeply ingrained in our everyday lives yet rich in complexity and history. The Somerset House, ...

Georges Chakra’s Fashion Show Illuminates Paris’ Cathedral

2024-01-25 18:07 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

"An homage to the extraordinary at the heart of the ordinary." Such is the essence of Georges Chakra's Spring-Summer 2024 fashion show. On January 23, 2024, his collection, imbued with dreamlike realism, transformed the American Cathedral in Paris, the quintessential fashion capital, into an artistic immersion. The Spring-Summer 2024 couture show ...

Paris Fashion Week: Georges Hobeika's Couture Tribute to His Lebanese Roots

2024-01-27 13:59 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

  During Paris Fashion Week, Lebanese designer Georges Hobeika presented his spring 2024 collection at the Hotel Pozzo di Borgo, an iconic venue in the French capital. This collection, titled The Golden Age of the Orient, marks a significant turning point in Hobeika’s artistic journey, bridging his Lebanese heritage with the modernity of ...

‘Daughters of This Aged Stream’: A Unique Musical Journey

This Is Beirut 2024-01-31 16:58 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The Zaki Nassif Program for Music at the American University of Beirut (AUB) is set to enchant audiences with a special concert titled "Daughters of This Aged Stream," featuring an evening of captivating duets that traverse the rich tapestry of music history. Scheduled for February 1, 2024 at the AUB Assembly Hall, this concert promises to be a ...

Editorial – A New Beginning for 1701? But at What Expense?

Michel Touma 2024-01-10 14:38 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

A meticulously negotiated political resolution, under the guidance of the United States, to revert to the strict implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701; or a steadily mounting military escalation amplifying the risk of a large-scale conflagration, potentially surpassing the severity witnessed in 2006? For several weeks, the Lebanese ...

Elissa's 'It's Ok' or the Fruition of Rage

2024-02-01 21:22 - Reading : 9 minute(s)

On January 25, Elissa launched on Netflix a documentary about her professional and personal journey titled It’s OK, consisting of three episodes and produced by ‘Different Production.’ The series could have been called ‘The Confessions of Elissa,’ but the title It’s OK immediately immerses us in the life of the singer with a ...

Emma Stone Explores the Depths of Human Condition

2024-02-02 13:34 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Emma Stone, acclaimed for her memorable portrayal in La La Land, has once again distinguished herself in the intricate role of Bella, a young woman resurrected by a distinguished scientist in Poor Things, a fusion of science fiction and drama. At the Golden Globe Awards 2024, she was awarded the Best Actress prize for her performance in this film, ...

'Dalí: Spellbound – The Exhibition:' A Surrealist Journey in Munich

2024-02-04 13:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

In an enchanting confluence of surrealism and cinema, the city of Munich plays host to an unprecedented exhibition, "Dalí: Spellbound – The Exhibition," set to captivate the imaginations of art enthusiasts and cinephiles alike. Opening on February 2, 2024, and extending until May 5, 2024, this exhibition offers a rare glimpse into the genius of ...

Lebanon’s Biodiversity: A Mediterranean Gem in Peril

Dima Karam 2024-02-04 18:27 - Reading : 10 minute(s)

More than a dozen of them are reported every week, strewn inert across Lebanon's coastal highways. Stockier than foxes, slimmer than wolves, so many golden jackals cross fast ways, eking their way down from the hills, hunting for food close to towns. Spotting them lifeless on roadsides, north and south of Beirut, has become a regular sight. For ...

A Multifaceted Exhibition by Haifa Khodr Husni Bey

This Is Beirut 2024-02-06 13:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

In an era when division often overshadows unity, Haifa Khodr Husni Bey's latest exhibition, "Encounter... Rencontre... Liqa’" emerges, unraveling the complex tapestry of human emotions. Scheduled to happen at Chaos Art Gallery in Beirut, this visual feast is set to start on Tuesday, February 13, from 5 PM to 9 PM, promising an evening dedicated ...

Bernadette Houdeib’s Theatrical Force Erupts From ‘Magma’

2024-02-07 14:30 - Reading : 6 minute(s)

Bernadette Houdeib emerges as a theatrical powerhouse in Magma, a play penned and directed by Issam Bou Khaled, featuring her as its sole performer. This dynamic duo captivates an eager audience, already fond of the artists, through a meticulously crafted narrative, text, scenography and performance. Following its acclaimed debut on January 25, ...