Bélinda Ibrahim 2023-12-25 13:50 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
As the year 2023 draws to a close, marking the 800th anniversary of the Nativity scene, a spirited debate re-emerges in the heart of France, a country where, as Victor Hugo poignantly observed, “The shape of a city changes more quickly, alas, than the heart of a mortal.” This discourse, centered around the public display of religious symbols, ...
Alain E. Andrea 2023-12-25 10:44 - Reading : 8 minute(s)
As Christmas approaches, musical scores come to life, filling the air with their festive spirit. In the second article of this series, This Is Beirut invites you to (re)discover three popular Christmas tunes that have soothed generations, perpetuating the magic of Christmas to this day. As soon as the wind sweeps away the last russet leaves, ...
2023-12-24 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The origins of the Christmas tree and holiday gifts, two quintessential elements of end-of-year festivities, lie at the intersection of ancient pagan practices, Christian customs, and cultural and commercial evolution. A step back in time reveals the roots of these traditions. The tradition of the Christmas tree can be traced back to antiquity. ...
Juliana Breidy 2023-12-24 14:59 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Each festive season brings its own surprises, and 2023 is no exception. While certain classic trends like sequins have stuck around, this year promises a burst of newness in the world of festive style. Let’s embark on a whirlwind of innovations set to redefine our approach to festive chic! Lurex Once relegated to the annals of fashion, Lurex ...
Alain E. Andrea 2023-12-24 10:30 - Reading : 7 minute(s)
As Christmas gets closer, musical scores come to life, filling the air with their festive spirit. For this occasion, This is Beirut invites you, in the first article of this series, to (re)discover three masterpieces of Western art music that celebrate the Nativity, illuminating the season with their timeless brilliance. As soon as the wind ...
2023-12-23 17:54 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
On Sunday, December 17, 2023, the Alice Mogabgab Gallery in Beirut was the venue for the unveiling of "Beyrouth, de verre et de couleurs," (Beirut, of glass and colors) a seminal work by Houda Kassatly. This 260-page tome, published by Éditions Al Ayn, delves into the use of colored glass in the historic homes of Beirut. Capturing images both ...
Béatrice Moreau 2023-12-23 14:57 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In the midst of the media and legal scrutiny surrounding French actor Gérard Depardieu, accused of rape and sexual assault, renowned actress and Depardieu’s former partner, Carole Bouquet, has publicly expressed her concerns about her ex-partner. During a recent appearance on the show “Quotidien” on TMC, Bouquet shared her mixed feelings ...
Zeina Nader 2023-12-23 13:43 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Did you happen to visit Le Flocon in Naccache last Thursday? Did you come across Rudolf, Santa Claus’s favorite reindeer? In a festive and jovial atmosphere, Chef Charles Azar, famous for his simplicity, welcomed both young and old to witness the creation of Rudolf, a sculpture crafted from chocolate by his artistic hands. Despite the heavy ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 2023-12-23 10:51 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In this Christmas season, despite the distant echoes of bombardments in South Lebanon, the Nour family is preparing to celebrate the holiday with unwavering determination and joy. Georges Nour, his wife Hala, their children and the entire family will gather in their family home, “Beit Nour,” which also serves as a guesthouse. In this space, ...
Béatrice Moreau 2023-12-22 17:57 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In the heart of Beirut’s vibrant cultural scene, a new book titled L’art et son lieu-Essai sur les 30 ans de la Galerie Janine Rubeiz, emerges as a testament to the enduring legacy of this famous gallery. Authored by the renowned Lebanese French-language novelist Charif Majdalani, this book, accompanied by a visual anthology from ...
Béatrice Moreau 2023-12-22 13:37 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Berlin International Film Festival, also known as the Berlinale, has announced that it will honor the legendary US director Martin Scorsese with a lifetime achievement award at its upcoming 74th edition. Recognized globally as one of the most influential filmmakers in cinema history, Scorsese is set to receive the prestigious Honorary Golden ...
This Is Beirut 2023-12-22 10:36 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The event exhibition dedicated to Johnny Hallyday, Johnny Hallyday: The Exhibition, is setting up at Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles, and starts this Friday, a year after its successful launch in Brussels. The enthusiasm for the emblematic rocker remains strong even six years after his passing, as evidenced by the success of his album Made in ...