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Breaking Barriers: Women Lead in Grammy Nominations
Breaking Barriers: Women Lead in Grammy Nominations

At the Grammy Awards’ forthcoming ceremony, an unprecedented majority of the nominations for Album and Record of the Year have been awarded to female or gender-fluid artists, including notable figures such as Taylor Swift, SZA, and Olivia Rodrigo. This shift is perceived by many observers of the industry as a long-overdue rectification. Billie ...

Nada Kano: 'Dust' at Al-Madina Theatre
Nada Kano: 'Dust' at Al-Madina Theatre

'Dust', the latest dance performance by Nada Kano, portrays a pas de deux that, like a trail of powder, moves from life to death and from death to life. How to cope with the tragedy and its aftermath? The dancers’ bodies embody the memory of the August 4th incident in Beirut and attempt to find their salvation. On stage, they dance and play with ...

‘Bob Marley: One Love’: Tribute to Reggae Legend
‘Bob Marley: One Love’: Tribute to Reggae Legend

The forthcoming American biographical musical drama, Bob Marley: One Love, directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green and penned by a team of writers including Green, Terence Winter, Frank E. Flowers, and Zach Baylin, is poised to bring the illustrious life of reggae icon Bob Marley to the silver screen. The film will be released in mid-February ...

BAFF February Screenings: Poetic Journeys and Artistic Rivalries Unveiled
BAFF February Screenings: Poetic Journeys and Artistic Rivalries Unveiled

In February 2024, the Beirut Art Film Festival is set to captivate audiences with a diverse selection of thought-provoking documentaries that delve into the realms of poetry, culture, and artistic rivalry. This month, the festival proudly presents two exceptional films: The Poetess, a powerful documentary about Saudi poetess Hissa Hilal, and ...

Mozart, the Hidden Depth of the 'Musical Christ'
Mozart, the Hidden Depth of the 'Musical Christ'

Mozart is undeniably a musical genius whose depth is often masked behind an appearance of lightness. French musicologist Bernard Fournier emphasizes the true greatness of the Austrian master, explores the emotional richness of his work and reveals a composer of many facets. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791), or simply Mozart: one can never say ...

‘Daughters of This Aged Stream’: A Unique Musical Journey
‘Daughters of This Aged Stream’: A Unique Musical Journey

The Zaki Nassif Program for Music at the American University of Beirut (AUB) is set to enchant audiences with a special concert titled "Daughters of This Aged Stream," featuring an evening of captivating duets that traverse the rich tapestry of music history. Scheduled for February 1, 2024 at the AUB Assembly Hall, this concert promises to be a ...

Lebanon to Sway to the Rhythm of Sufi Jazz
Lebanon to Sway to the Rhythm of Sufi Jazz

Lebanon is set to be serenaded by the harmonious blends of Sufi jazz, thanks to Station Beirut, a nexus for both Lebanese and international contemporary artists. This cultural hub is launching its winter program with a remarkable Sufi jazz concert. The legendary tenor Mounir Troudi, accompanied by his Sufi Jazz Trio, will embark on a tour across ...

Between Giacometti and Miró, Jacquemus Sculpts His Fashion
Between Giacometti and Miró, Jacquemus Sculpts His Fashion

The latest Jacquemus fashion show, titled “Les Sculptures,” took place in the artistic and inspiring environment of the Maeght Foundation in Saint-Paul-De-Vence. This event marked a remarkable fusion of fashion and art, showcasing the creator’s new collection amidst the iconic works of Giacometti and Miró.   View this post ...

Tony Ward's Mathematical Elegance: A Couture Revolution
Tony Ward's Mathematical Elegance: A Couture Revolution

Celebrating its tenth anniversary of shows in Paris, the esteemed haute couture house of Tony Ward marked this milestone with a Spring-Summer 2024 collection that stands as a memorable landmark, an authentic homage to a unifying force: the Golden Ratio. Within the illustrious surroundings of the Palais de Tokyo, Tony Ward transported us into a ...

Soup Attack on Mona Lisa: Protesters May Avoid Trial
Soup Attack on Mona Lisa: Protesters May Avoid Trial

After a recent incident at Paris' renowned Louvre museum, two protestors may evade legal prosecution following their act of hurling soup at Leonardo da Vinci's iconic Mona Lisa. On Monday, January 29, authorities disclosed that instead of facing trial, the duo might be instructed to contribute a financial donation. The provocative act of throwing ...

Elderly 'Wizard of Oz' Shoe Thief Spared Jail Time
Elderly 'Wizard of Oz' Shoe Thief Spared Jail Time

In a case blending nostalgia with crime, the recent sentencing of Terry Martin, a 76-year-old man, marks a peculiar chapter in the history of American film memorabilia. This story intertwines the nostalgia of a beloved classic, The Wizard of Oz, with a criminal act that captivated the nation’s attention. The world of cinematic memorabilia was ...

'I Am a Battered Woman': The Silent Cry of the ‘Invisible Victims’
'I Am a Battered Woman': The Silent Cry of the ‘Invisible Victims’

Through the harrowing testimony of Nayla, a survivor of domestic violence, we delve into the dark realities of this kind of abuse. This article offers an analysis of the complex psychological mechanisms behind these acts of violence, providing insight into why women often find themselves trapped in toxic relationships. “My name is Nayla. I am ...