2024-03-08 12:08 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Hareth Boustany, who passed away on February 28, 2024, was one of the intellectual figures who tirelessly worked for Lebanon. A former chief curator of national museums, former director of downtown Beirut excavations, an emeritus professor of archaeology and history, and thesis supervisor at the doctoral school of the Lebanese University, he was ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-03-07 19:38 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Pritzker Architecture Prize winner, Japan's Riken Yamamoto, has dedicated his career to creating buildings that bring joy to the people who inhabit them. With his innovative designs and people-centric approach, Yamamoto has solidified his position as one of the world's most influential architects, reminding us that the true essence of ...
2024-03-07 13:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
A masterpiece by the legendary French Impressionist Claude Monet, titled Matinée sur la Seine, temps net, is set to be a highlight at Christie's in London on March 7, 2024. This exquisite artwork, capturing a serene morning along the Seine, is anticipated to fetch between GBP 12-18 million, underscoring Monet's enduring influence in the ...
This Is Beirut 2024-03-07 10:55 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
In collaboration with the Beirut Art Film Festival (BAFF), the upcoming screenings of the documentary The Third Rahbani, directed by Feyrouz Serhal, will take place in different regions of Lebanon. The film tackles the life of Elias Rahbani. The Third Rahbani documentary will be showcased at various locations. The documentary will be ...
Chelsea Al Arif 2024-03-06 20:49 - Reading : less than a minute
The Art of Living Exhibition at the Forum de Beyrouth, running from March 6-10, highlights home appliances and furniture while advocating for local production to bolster Lebanon's industries. Diverse shops offer various furniture options, challenging foreign competitors.
Béatrice Moreau 2024-03-06 20:13 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are actively being prepared, with the recent unveiling of the official poster and the traditional Games choreography. While the dance is meant to be a unifying and festive symbol, accessible to everyone, the poster, on the other hand, has sparked significant controversy, with some criticizing it for erasing French ...
2024-03-06 18:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The Neue Galerie New York currently presents Klimt Landscapes, an exhibition that delves into Gustav Klimt's exploration of the landscape genre, reflecting his summer retreats in Austria. The exhibition runs until May 6, 2024. Klimt Landscapes exhibition includes pivotal works from the gallery's collection and renowned institutions worldwide, ...
This Is Beirut 2024-03-06 13:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The distinguished British playwright, Edward Bond, an emblematic figure of post-war British theatre, whose works were integrated into the repertoire of the Comédie-Française in 2016, passed away at the age of 89. His demise was announced on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, by his agent in the United Kingdom. Edward Bond, a giant of British theater, ...
This Is Beirut 2024-03-06 10:28 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
In the upcoming edition of "Art of Living," which is rich in inspiration, a unique collaboration is unveiled between the "Artists of Beirut" and the French house, Inaltera. Among the highlights, the wallpaper collection by Sarah Saba, an architect and member of the Lebanese collective, promises to dazzle visitors. One of the major attractions of ...
Béatrice Moreau 2024-03-05 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
In May 2024, the groundbreaking new opera Ruinous Gods will premiere at Spoleto Festival USA, shedding light on the heart-wrenching trauma of refugee syndrome through a powerful operatic dreamscape. Co-directed by the talented duo Maya Zbib and Omar Abi Azar, Ruinous Gods is a full-length chamber opera that delves into the psychological impact of ...
This Is Beirut 2024-03-05 13:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Italian Cultural Institute (IIC), in collaboration with the Sursock Palace Association and the Académie Libanaise des Beaux-Arts (ALBA), recently announced the exhibition Tools for After Design (TFA Design). This event is held in conjunction with the Italian Embassy in Beirut and the Italian Trade Agency as part of the eighth edition of ...
This Is Beirut 2024-03-05 10:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The annual “Art of Living” exhibition returns in 2024 to present the latest trends in design, furnishing, and interior decoration under the banner of creativity, authenticity, and innovation. This prestigious event, a true showcase of the sector, takes place annually to unveil all the novelties in the world of furniture and design. Over five ...