The Spiraling Magic of Liane Mathes Rabbath’s 'Arty Bubbles' in Paris
Marie-Christine Tayah 22/09 18:37 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
The 5th edition of Menart Fair, founded in 2021 by Laure d'Hauteville, held in September 2024 in Paris, is exclusively dedicated to female artists from the MENA region. At this event, at the Artists of Beirut stand at the Joseph Gallery in Paris, Liane Mathes Rabbath showcases her circular paintings, "Arty Bubbles," a delicate fusion of ...
Bordeaux Marries the Falling Leaves' Colors
Marie-Christine Tayah 21/09 18:14 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Bordeaux, the quintessential autumn hue, masterfully blends chic and timelessness, adapting seamlessly across various trends. Bordeaux secures its rightful place in the autumn palette. This timeless and stylish shade complements both fashion and home decor, exuding elegance and sophistication. Belonging to the red family, Bordeaux exudes a ...
“Unframed” Documentary Shorts: A Fresh Look at Contemporary Lebanese Artists
Marie-Christine Tayah 19/09 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Created by Bachir Asmar and Jean-Claude Boulos, a series of documentaries titled Unframed was recently launched under the banner of Ziggy’s production company. The premiere of this first season took place on September 9 at Espace Dadour in Jal el Dib. The premiere night of the Unframed documentaries gathered film enthusiasts for a screening, ...
"Emra’a wa rajol" on Screens: An Oriental Signature Adaptation
Marie-Christine Tayah 17/09 18:40 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Emra’a wa rajol, inspired by Claude Lelouch’s Un homme et une femme (Palme d’Or winner at Cannes in 1966) and the Chanel film starring Brad Pitt and Penélope Cruz, is directed by Rana Maalouf. Featuring actors Isabelle Zighondi, Hiba Chihane, and Ziad Jallad, this 90-second film was shown at the Mir Amin Palace on September 14, 2024, ...
Philippe Aractingi Takes the French Stage Beyond the Mask
Marie-Christine Tayah 16/09 18:04 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
Following the success of Sar Wa’t El Haki, directed by Lina Abyad, filmmaker Philippe Aractingi is reviving his play Parlons il est temps (“Let's Talk, It's About Time”) in French at the Essaïon Theater in Paris, from September 17 to October 29, on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. View this post on ...
Fouad Yammine: Crafting Storytelling on Stage
Marie-Christine Tayah 13/09 19:40 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Among the rare talents endowed with a witty flair, Fouad Yammine stands out for his sharp writing, humorous touch and deep philosophical insights. His latest play, Hayyneh El Eisheh Heik (Life Is Easier This Way), is currently showing at Tournesol Theater. Grounded and skillful, Fouad Yammine excels in the art of storytelling. His ...
Mediterranean Stories Sparkle at Batroun Mediterranean Film Festival
Marie-Christine Tayah 05/09 13:42 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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The 8th edition of the Batroun Mediterranean Film Festival is set to take place from September 5 to September 8, infusing cultural vitality into the historic city of Batroun, renowned for its mesmerizing blue seas and rich heritage. This year's Batroun Mediterranean Film Festival promises a diverse lineup of carefully curated films that highlight ...
Lebanese Film Festival Debuts in Mexico
Marie-Christine Tayah 03/09 17:17 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Beirut Film Society expanded its reach as the inaugural Lebanese Film Festival kick-started in Mexico on August 30-31. The Lebanese Film Festival recently kick-started its first edition in Mexico. This marks the fourth international expansion of the Lebanese Film Festival, with previous editions established in Canada, Australia and France. ...
'Les Femmes Pardonnent Mais N’Oublient Jamais' at Le Monnot Theater
Marie-Christine Tayah 30/08 14:02 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
The play Les Femmes pardonnent mais n’oublient jamais will be staged at Le Monnot Theater from September 18 to 22, 2024. It is directed by Pierre Léandri, featuring Fibs Tendille, Bérénice Bala and Polo Anid. The comedy Les Femmes pardonnent mais n’oublient jamais will kick off the theater season at Le Monnot. Josyane Boulos, the artistic ...
Tripoli Hosts “Between Women Filmmakers Caravan” Festival
Marie-Christine Tayah 29/08 10:14 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The Lebanese city of Tripoli is hosting an exceptional cinematic event at the Rashid Karami International Fair, Lebanese House, for the second consecutive year. The Between Women Filmmakers Caravan festival runs from August 29 until September 1, 2024. The Between Women Filmmakers Caravan festival features screenings of films by several women ...
The Bold, Revolutionary, and Timeless Fashion of Elsa Schiaparelli
Marie-Christine Tayah 22/08 13:59 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu recently attended the premiere of the 4th season of Emily in Paris at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood, wearing a black dress by Elsa Schiaparelli. Let’s delve into the secrets of Schiaparelli’s fashion, which defies time. [caption id="attachment_284018" align="alignnone" width="402"] Philippine Leroy-BeaulieuPhoto ...
Issam Bou Khaled’s Theater Advocating for Youth
Marie-Christine Tayah 21/08 10:39 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Min Jarour La Jarour (From Drawer to Drawer) is the latest play by director and actor Issam Bou Khaled, currently being presented at the Sunflower Theater in collaboration with the Masar association. This performance shines a spotlight on young students and actors while drawing attention to the national youth policy action plan. Renowned for ...
Walid Raad's "Festival of (In)gratitude" in Beirut
Marie-Christine Tayah 19/08 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
At the Sfeir-Semler gallery in Beirut, Walid Raad presents Festival of (In)gratitude, a captivating double exhibition that revisits the memories of the Lebanese civil war through intriguing and thought-provoking works. In two distinct spaces at the Sfeir-Semler gallery, the works of Walid Raad and his fictional "collaborators" are on display, ...
Gena Rowlands: A Cinematic Icon Beyond “Gloria” and Fame
Marie-Christine Tayah 17/08 14:13 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
With a six-decade career, actress Gena Rowlands, who recently passed away at 94, earned several Oscar nominations and awards, leaving an indelible mark on the independent cinematic world of US classics. Gena Rowlands’ most famous movies were directed by her late Greek-American husband, John Cassavetes, whom she met at the American Academy of ...
Marilyne Naaman's Voice to Light Up Beirut Stage
Marie-Christine Tayah 16/08 10:49 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Marilyne Naaman, the golden voice that enchanted The Voice France, is set to soon captivate the Lebanese music scene. Her concert will take place on August 18, 2024, at the Forum de Beyrouth. Marilyne Naaman’s upcoming concert will be held at the Forum de Beyrouth, under the musical direction of Jad Obeid and the artistic direction of Lynn ...
Assumption Day: When Culture and Nature Unite
Marie-Christine Tayah 15/08 14:58 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
In the high mountains of Lebanon, Bruno Tabbal, an artist with a deep love for nature, organizes rural and cultural initiatives that cater to all tastes. On August 17, 2024, in celebration of the Assumption, an event organized by Snounou will blend culture with village traditions in Chatine. Bruno Tabbal, a versatile artist and nature enthusiast, ...
Zaho de Sagazan: The Supernatural Voice that Overtakes the Stage
Marie-Christine Tayah 14/08 17:52 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Singer-songwriter and performer Zaho de Sagazan grabbed France’s attention during the closing ceremony of the Olympic Games while singing Sous le ciel de Paris at the Tuileries Garden. She had also dazzled the Cannes Film Festival, delivering a stunning rendition of David Bowie's Modern Love during the opening ceremony. At just 24 years old, ...
The Lebanese Film Festival Canada Takes Root in Shouf
Marie-Christine Tayah 12/08 18:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Lebanese Film Festival in Canada continues to spotlight Lebanese cinema worldwide. It is now symbolized by a cedar tree planted in Lebanon on August 8, 2024. In the majestic Shouf Reserve, a cedar tree was planted in honor of the Lebanese Film Festival in Canada. This symbolic gesture celebrates a cinematic event that, for the past eight ...
The Magic of the 'Marché aux Puces' Enchants Beit Mery
Marie-Christine Tayah 11/08 10:27 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The Marché aux Puces unfolds over four consecutive days in its latest edition in Beit Mery, at Mar Sassine Square, drawing in vintage enthusiasts, art lovers and those in search of meaningful encounters. The open-air Marché aux Puces brings together a variety of stalls in a warm and festive atmosphere. Founded by Danielle Kiridjian, it was ...
Redefining Style: Hats in Summer Fashion
Marie-Christine Tayah 10/08 10:09 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
This summer, hats are making a strong comeback. Whatever the occasion, they come in a variety of shapes and colors. Hats are redefining style and silhouette this summer. Whether at the beach or in the mountains, they assert themselves, adding a personal and chic touch with a coquettish, even bold attitude. Whether made of straw, felt, as a ...
Vivaldi’s Timeless Seasons Meet Eastern Notes in Lebanon
Marie-Christine Tayah 03/08 18:03 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
As part of the Ghalboun International Festival, Vivaldi's Oriental Four Seasons took place on Friday, August 2, 2024, at the St. Gabriel Winery. The Vivaldi's Oriental Four Seasons’ cultural event, held within the Ghalboun International Festival, attracted classical music lovers. The concert was preceded by a wine tasting, accompanied by ...
Batroun Photo: Open-Air Art Gallery Under Blue Skies
Marie-Christine Tayah 03/08 10:57 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The inauguration of the first edition of Batroun Photo, an unprecedented open-air photography festival organized in partnership with the Beirut Center of Photography (BCP) as part of the Batroun Festival, took place on July 31, 2024. Throughout the month of August, the city of Batroun will be transformed into an open-air art gallery. The opening ...
“Zyara”: Soul Portraits of Beirut's Heartbeat
Marie-Christine Tayah 28/07 13:35 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Listen to the article As part of the 4th edition of the Anbar wa Godot Festival for culture and arts, the screening of Zyara episodes, the web-documentary, took place on July 25, 2024, at Beit el-Fan, the house of Adham Dimashki in Beirut. The festival continues until September 19, 2024. Muriel Aboulrouss, director and ...
'Shift:' A Documented Birdwatching Journey and Inner Transformation
Marie-Christine Tayah 26/07 18:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Shift, directed by Sherine Raffoul and Moussa Shabandar, explores the transition of Chadi Saad, a former hunter turned bird observer, within the framework of the Biodiversity and Cinema project. This film, focusing on personal and ecological metamorphosis, is screened at the REEF festival in Kobayat on July 26, 27 and 28, 2024. Shift is a ...
Khaled Mouzanar’s Enchanting Festival of Wine, Music and Poetry
Marie-Christine Tayah 19/07 13:59 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
De Vin et de Musique Festival, created by Khaled Mouzanar, returns this summer with two spectacular events: the historic concert M chez les Chédid by Matthieu Chédid – M – on July 26 and 27 at the Citadel of Smar Jbeil, and Chamber Music Quartet in the Cellar followed by a seated dinner on July 28 in the cellars of IXSIR. Conceived ...
‘Ya Omri’ by Hady Zaccak: A Timeless Masterpiece
Marie-Christine Tayah 18/07 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
As part of the 4th edition of the Anbar wa Godot Festival for culture and arts, the film Ya Omri by Hady Zaccak was screened on July 16, 2024. The event, held at Beit el Fann, the house of Adham Dimashki in Beirut, took place in an intimate and warm atmosphere. The festival runs from June 18 to September 19, 2024. [gallery size="full" link="none" ...
Laetitia Moya from Beirut to Paris: Angelic «Fall Together»
Marie-Christine Tayah 16/07 18:44 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Laetitia Moya's angelic voice connects Beirut to Paris with her new single Fall Together. This passionate young filmmaker and singer, now residing in Paris, was discovered by a young Texan music producer. Laetitia Moya recently released a single, Fall Together. The young filmmaker and passionate singer’s talent was noticed by a young music ...
‘Chou Mnelbous?’ Anjo Rihane Performs Love, Life and Death
Marie-Christine Tayah 15/07 18:14 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Chou mnelbous? (“What do we wear?”) is a play performed by Anjo Rihane and directed by Yehia Jaber at the Le Monnot Theater. Following the success of Moujaddara Hamra, the duo continues to garner acclaim. Chou mnelbous?, performed by Anjo Rihane and directed by Yehya Jaber at the Le Monnot Theater, is a work that subtly and movingly blends ...
‘The Father:’ Promising Young Talent Adaptation at Le Monnot
Marie-Christine Tayah 14/07 11:35 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
The graduation projects, showcased at Le Monnot Theater’s ACT, shed a light on successful directors-to-be. Among these promising young talents, Garcess Kanaan lately presented his play, The Father, an adaptation of August Strindberg. Garcess Kanaan, a former graduate in business and management from USJ, directed his graduation project in ...
‘Memento Mori: Unfinished Dialogues:’ Promoting Art as Dialogue
Marie-Christine Tayah 11/07 10:53 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
The project “Memento Mori: Unfinished Dialogues” includes an exhibition and open roundtable discussions. This artistic creation is organized by Daoud Andos, Ghiwa Tayar, Camille Hajjar and Ghassan Salem as part of the master’s program in Art Criticism and Curatorial Studies at USJ. The event will take place from July 11 to 15, 2024, ...