Culture

Fernando Botero in Rome: A Celebration of Colombian Art
Fernando Botero in Rome: A Celebration of Colombian Art

  The Eternal City pays tribute to Colombian artist Fernando Botero, who passed away last year at the age of 91, through an outdoor exhibition of monumental sculptures scattered throughout the historic center of Rome. From July 10 to October 15, 2024, eight colossal works by Botero, famous for his paintings and sculptures of corpulent ...

Kenza Layli Crowned Miss AI: Beauty 2.0 Finally Unveiled
Kenza Layli Crowned Miss AI: Beauty 2.0 Finally Unveiled

The world of beauty has reached a new milestone with the crowning of Kenza Layli, a Moroccan virtual influencer, at the very first Miss AI contest organized by the World AI Creator Awards (WAICA). This unprecedented event, initiated by Fanvue, aims to celebrate the feats of artificial intelligence and demonstrate how it is revolutionizing our ...

Shelley Duvall, Iconic Actress from 'The Shining,' Dies at 75
Shelley Duvall, Iconic Actress from 'The Shining,' Dies at 75

Shelley Duvall, the renowned American actress known for her memorable roles in The Shining and Robert Altman’s films, passed away on July 11, 2024, at the age of 75, due to complications related to diabetes. Shelley Duvall passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Blanco, Texas. Her long-time partner, Dan Gilroy, announced the news, ...

‘The Grand Spectacle’ Will Dazzle Byblos in a Memorable Evening
‘The Grand Spectacle’ Will Dazzle Byblos in a Memorable Evening

The Grand Spectacle Byblos Edition, created by Toni Makhoul, will illuminate the stage of the Byblos International Festival on July 18, 2024. This special event celebrates the grandeur of Byblos and Lebanon's cultural richness through an inspiring artistic performance. Under the twinkling stars of Byblos, the Grand Spectacle Byblos Edition will ...

’The Devil Wears Prada 2’: Miranda Priestly Makes Her Grand Return
’The Devil Wears Prada 2’: Miranda Priestly Makes Her Grand Return

  Nearly 20 years after conquering the worlds of fashion and cinema, Miranda Priestly is set to make her comeback on the big screen. Disney has officially announced the development of a sequel to the cult film The Devil Wears Prada, reigniting fan enthusiasm and sparking widespread speculation in the entertainment industry. The news caused ...

‘Memento Mori: Unfinished Dialogues:’ Promoting Art as Dialogue
‘Memento Mori: Unfinished Dialogues:’ Promoting Art as Dialogue

  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, ...

‘Rahbaniyat’: A Tribute to Elias Rahbani at Ehdeniyat
‘Rahbaniyat’: A Tribute to Elias Rahbani at Ehdeniyat

  The International Festival Ehdeniyat, celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, presents Rahbaniyat, a tribute show to Elias Rahbani, during its opening night on July 18. Music, dance, theater, visual arts, and poetry will come together in a grand spectacle conceived by Ghassan Rahbani, who will be at the piano and will lead his symphony ...

'Hiding Is a Pleasure, but Not Being Found Is a Disaster'
'Hiding Is a Pleasure, but Not Being Found Is a Disaster'

  Every week, we invite you to explore a striking quote from a great psychoanalyst to reveal its depth and richness. These lapidary, often provocative formulas open up new perspectives on the intricacies of the human psyche. By deciphering these quotes with rigor and pedagogy, we invite you on a fascinating journey to the heart of ...

‘Maamoul:’ A Social Lebanese Drama on Stage
‘Maamoul:’ A Social Lebanese Drama on Stage

  The play Maamoul, written and directed by Karim Chebli and Sara Abdo, is currently showing at the Théâtre Tournesol in Beirut. The cast includes Nada Abou Farhat, Cynthya Karam, Hiam Abou Chedid, Sara Abdo, with a special appearance by Joseph Acaf. Maamoul, a vibrant artistic creation by Karim Chebli and Sara Abdo, comes to life at the ...

Exploring Villa-Lobos' Musical World at Instituto Guimarães Rosa
Exploring Villa-Lobos' Musical World at Instituto Guimarães Rosa

The Instituto Guimarães Rosa in Beirut is hosting a free conference on July 9 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to celebrate the musical legacy of Brazilian composer Heitor Villa-Lobos. Presented by Étienne Kupélian, the event, held in partnership with Les Musicales de Baabdath, will explore Villa-Lobos' diverse contributions to classical music. The ...

Willem Dafoe to Lead Venice Biennale's Theatre Department
Willem Dafoe to Lead Venice Biennale's Theatre Department

Willem Dafoe, renowned for his versatility in film and theatre, has been appointed as the artistic director of the Venice Biennale’s theatre department. This role will see the actor infusing his extensive experience into the Biennale’s celebrated platform for contemporary theatre over the 2025-2026 period. US actor Willem Dafoe has been ...

Paramount and Skydance Unite to Challenge Streaming Giants
Paramount and Skydance Unite to Challenge Streaming Giants

Paramount Global is merging with Skydance Media, handing control to the latter’s shareholders. This union aims to create a new entertainment heavyweight capable of competing with Netflix, Disney, and Amazon in the highly competitive streaming market. Paramount Global, owner of the legendary Paramount Pictures studio and CBS network, has ...