This Is Beirut 06/03 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 06/03 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 05/03 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 05/03 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 05/03 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 ...
Bélinda Ibrahim 04/03 18:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
“Life without music is but an error, a tiresome chore, an exile,” Nietzsche wrote in a letter to Peter Gast in 1888. These words ring especially true in Lebanon, a country where culture and art have always held a paramount place. Just yesterday, the resilience of the Lebanese was celebrated at the J’ai deux amours concert during the 30th ...
04/03 13:28 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Contemporary solitude rekindles an age-old paradox that has captivated philosophers for centuries. On one hand, it manifests as a painful symptom of a modern world that erodes community bonds, with nearly 30% of the French population reportedly suffering from severe feelings of isolation, especially among younger generations. On the other hand, ...
04/03 10:31 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Iris Apfel, an emblematic figure within the sartorial realm, renowned for her distinctive oversized spectacles that became a signature part of her ensemble, passed away at the venerable age of 102, as confirmed by her Instagram account. Hailing from the borough of Queens in New York, Apfel was a paragon of eccentric style and vivacity, ...
Béatrice Moreau 03/03 18:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The Autumn-Winter women’s Fashion Week in Paris, concluding on Tuesday, was marked by unforgettable moments, ranging from grace and oddity to controversy and spectacle. At the heart of the Paris Fashion Week runways, seven events particularly captured attention, showcasing the diversity and creative richness of the fashion world. From tender ...
Béatrice Moreau 03/03 13:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In the heart of Beirut, an art event poised to challenge perceptions and invite introspection is set to open its doors. "Ephemeral Lands," the latest solo exhibition by Lebanese visual artist Salah Missi, promises an evening of artistic exploration and cultural reflection at the no/mad utopia gallery on Thursday, March 7, from 6 PM to 9 PM. This ...
Alain E. Andrea 03/03 10:30 - Reading : 7 minute(s)
Among the luminaries of 19th-century European music, Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849) stands out as the undisputed "poet of the piano." He deliberately focused on the piano, the king of instruments, to delve into and elevate the nuanced emotions of Romantic music—ranging from passion and melancholy to rebellion, despair and exuberance. His ...
Béatrice Moreau 02/03 18:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Following the triumph of Bharati, Bollywood makes a blazing return to European stages with Devdas, a captivating musical spectacle led by Bhavna Pani. Indian cinema continues to weave its web beyond its borders, this time capturing the European imagination with the launch of Devdas, a musical comedy based on the eponymous film that ...