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Bruno Tabbal Presents His Novel 'Le Pays Dont On Ne Guérit Jamais'

Marie-Christine Tayah, 31/01 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Bruno Tabbal takes readers on a remarkable journey with his novel Le pays dont on ne guérit jamais. At Le Monnot theater on Wednesday, February 5, from 5 PM onward, he merges literature and immersion for an unprecedented book signing experience. In his conversation with This is Beirut, Bruno Tabbal discusses his artistic and literary path. He ...

Anjo Rihane to Strike Again with 'Mjadara Hamra' at Casino du Liban

Marie-Christine Tayah, 30/01 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Theater Play Culture Art Actress

Renowned actress Anjo Rihane takes center stage again in the one-woman theatrical masterpiece Mjadara Hamra. Written and directed by the acclaimed Yahya Jaber, the play promises a captivating evening of storytelling and raw emotion. Scheduled for February 1, 2025, at 8:30 PM, this highly anticipated performance will be held at the Casino du Liban. ...

'Entre 2': A Hilarious Huis Clos at Le Monnot Theater

Marie-Christine Tayah, 14/01 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Beirut Play Monnot Theater Culture Art

Written by Bruno Chapelle and brought to life by Jean-Philippe Azéma, Entre 2 delves into an unlikely situation: being stuck in an elevator… but with whom? The show features a set design by Laure Lepelley and includes vocal contributions from artists such as Nicolas Biaud-Mauduit and Lucie Biaud-Michaud. The play cleverly explores universal ...

'Freekeh' Explores Grief Through Theater, Cooking, and Music

Marie-Christine Tayah, 09/01 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Music Theater Cooking Culture Performance Art

In Freekeh: It’s Been 40 Days Since My Aunt Passed Away, Hiba Najem delivers an immersive experience that combines theater, cooking, and memory. Inspired by the traditional forty-day mourning ritual, the performance explores the emotions tied to grief and the evolution of family traditions. Accompanied by Samah Boulmona on the accordion, Freekeh ...

'Sar Waet El Haki': Philippe Aractingi’s Triumphant Return to the Parisian Stage

Marie-Christine Tayah, 07/01 14:24 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Philippe Aractingi makes a triumphant return to the Parisian stage with his play Sar Waet El Haki, which has been met with resounding success. Running from January 8 to February 19, every Tuesday and Wednesday at 9 PM at the Théâtre de l’Essaïon, this work authentically explores inner turmoil and universal truths. The play’s success ...

'Romeo and Juliet' star Olivia Hussey Passes Away at 73

This is Beirut, 2024-12-28 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Olivia Hussey, who starred as a teenage Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 film Romeo and Juliet, garnering her a Golden Globe, died Friday at age 73, her family announced. "Olivia was a remarkable person whose warmth, wisdom, and pure kindness touched the lives of all who knew her," her family said in a statement posted to her Instagram ...

'L’Auberge de Noël:' A Magical Play for Christmas Time

Marie-Christine Tayah, 2024-12-24 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Theater Culture Art Music Dancing Songs

This Christmas season, L’Auberge de Noël, produced by Les Bouffons and written and directed by Bruno Tabbal, continues the tradition of captivating audiences of all generations. With Cynthya Karam in the lead role and an exceptional cast, the show promises to immerse the audience in a world of wonder at Le Monnot theater. Both Karam and Tabbal ...

Festive Agenda (2): December in the Spirit of Christmas

Béatrice Moreau, 2024-12-13 10:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

Lebanon Christmas Exhibition Theater Culture Events

Khyal Sahra returns to Casino du Liban for the holidays After captivating over 26,000 spectators last August, the play Khyal Sahra, written, directed and performed by Georges Khabbaz, alongside Adel Karam, makes a grand return to Casino du Liban for a limited series of performances from December 18, 2024, to January 19, 2025. This theatrical ...

Marwa Khalil: a Lebanese Artist in Marrakech

Marie-Christine Tayah, 2024-12-06 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Marrakech Festival Cinema Theater Lebanon

The 21st edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival celebrates cinema’s global reach and artistic collaboration, and this year, it features the talented Lebanese artist Marwa Khalil. Renowned for her work in theater, cinema and television, Marwa Khalil shares her journey and artistic connection to Morocco, a country where she lived ...

'The Devil Wears Prada' Musical Takes London's West End

This is Beirut, 2024-12-03 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Culture Musical Theater London

A musical stage adaptation of The Devil Wears Prada has opened in London, complete with an original score by Elton John. The production recounts the tale of a formidable magazine editor and her ambitious young assistant. Sunday’s premiere featured a special charity gala hosted by Elton John and his husband David Furnish. The event brought ...

John Malkovich’s Anti-War Comedy Sparks Nationalist Outrage in Bulgaria

Madeleine Cadoux, 2024-11-13 10:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Theater Culture Art

John Malkovich's direction of Arms and the Man, a satirical 19th-century play by George Bernard Shaw, has stirred intense reactions among nationalist groups in Bulgaria. These groups argue that the production insults the country and misrepresents its history, an accusation Malkovich has dismissed as far-right agitation. The premiere, held ...

Le Monnot Theater Presents 'Abl Ma Fell', a Play Exploring Humanity

Marie-Christine Tayah, 2024-11-08 18:45 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Theater Lebanon Culture

Le Monnot theater responds to the call to revive the performing arts despite the challenges. In these uncertain times, the play Abl Ma Fell embodies an act of theatrical resilience. By reopening its doors, Through this production, the play’s team demonstrates that theater remains a vital space for expression and connection, even in times of ...

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