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Red Sea International Film Festival 2024: Closing Ceremony and Awards

This is Beirut, 14/12 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

The fourth edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival’s grand finale featured the awards ceremony and a gala screening of Johnny Depp’s directorial Modi, Three Days on the Wing of Madness, a captivating Red Sea Film Financing project. Celebrating global icons and the spirit of cinema Viola Davis and Priyanka Chopra Jonas, both ...

ŠamaŠ: A Call for Peace Through Art and Music

Fabienne Touma, 14/12 14:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

Paris Culture Art Exhibition Lebanon Paris

Originally unveiled in 2017 at the Lebanese Pavilion of the Venice Biennale, ŠamaŠ (pronounced Shamash) seamlessly combines visual art and music. For the first time in France, visitors can experience this extraordinary piece at the IMA in Paris until April 6. Deeply symbolic, the project stems from Zad Moultaka’s profound reflection on ...

Martial Solal: Master of the Free Note, Eternally Unforgettable

This is Beirut, 14/12 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Music Culture Piano Art Jazz

King of improvisation, Martial Solal left an indelible mark on the history of jazz as one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century. He passed away on December 12 at the age of 97. This prodigious musician, composer, arranger, and conductor made his name on the international stage, challenging the American giants of music. Born in Algiers in ...

From 'Moonlight' to Mufasa: How Barry Jenkins Found Himself

This is Beirut, 12/12 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Film Art US Cinema Culture

Oscar-winning director Barry Jenkins almost passed on the opportunity to direct Disney's latest blockbuster, Mufasa: The Lion King, a prequel to the iconic 1994 animated film. Initially hesitant, Jenkins changed his mind after his agents urged him to read the script. Upon doing so, he recognized that the film contained many of the themes that had ...

Jeddah Hosts Vibrant Fourth Red Sea Film Festival Edition

Marie-Christine Tayah, 10/12 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Culture Art Cinema Festival Jeddah RedSea

The fourth edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF) opened on December 5, 2024, in the heart of Jeddah's UNESCO-listed Al-Balad district. Running until December 14, the festival features the Kingdom's growing presence in the global film industry while praising the variety of international cinema. Built around The New Home of Film ...

Taylor Swift Ends 'The Eras Tour' with Record-Breaking Phenomenon

This is Beirut, 10/12 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Culture Music Art Concert

Taylor Swift performed the final show of her record-shattering phenomenon, The Eras Tour, in Vancouver, on Sunday, cementing its status as the highest-grossing musical tour in history. Spanning continents and captivating millions, The Eras Tour became a global cultural phenomenon. The Journey of the Record-Breaking Tour The globe-spanning ...

Artists Abandon Abidjan for Ivory Coast’s Beachside Haven

This is Beirut, 09/12 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Art Culture UNESCO

Far from the hustle and chaos of Ivory Coast’s largest city, the tropical climate, sea air, and rich history of Grand-Bassam have made this sleepy, UNESCO-listed town a magnet for artists seeking inspiration and tranquility. Ibrahim Ketoure, an artist in his 30s, has opened his studio and gallery to fellow creatives, many of whom, like him, ...

Baalbek Recounts... Herbert von Karajan

Alain E. Andrea, 08/12 15:10 - Reading : 7 minute(s)

Baalbeck Festival Art Music History

“Is this truly the title?” one might wonder, as though such an article could settle for anything less than a simple yet profound headline. Herbert von Karajan. That is the title, and no other could suffice. Any qualifier would diminish its essence; any superlative would merely skim the surface, falling short of the reality it seeks to ...

Royal Mint Launches Coins Dedicated to Paul McCartney

This is Beirut, 08/12 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Culture Music Art

The Royal Mint has launched a new collection of £5 coins celebrating Paul McCartney’s exceptional career, highlighting his legacy with The Beatles, Wings, and his solo work. This marks the first time McCartney has been featured on an official UK coin. “It’s a tremendous honor,” McCartney stated, reflecting on his collaboration with the ...

Metropolis Cinema Reopens Its Doors at the Heart of Beirut

Marie-Christine Tayah, 07/12 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Cinema Art Culture Beirut

At the heart of Beirut, amidst turbulent times, Metropolis Cinema invites film enthusiasts to a unique evening on December 21. A new cultural space dedicated to cinema has been reborn in Mar Mikhael, creating an inspiring haven for creativity. Driven by the belief that cinema is a powerful medium for connection and inspiration, Metropolis Cinema ...

New 'White Lotus' Season to Premiere Before 'Harry Potter'

This is Beirut, 07/12 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Culture Art Series TV Cinema

HBO has revealed that the third season of its acclaimed TV series The White Lotus will premiere in February. This will be followed by the second season of The Last of Us later in the year, Warner Bros. Discovery confirmed. Unveiling an ambitious global programming lineup, HBO and Max streaming service CEO Casey Bloys announced that the ...

Koyo Kouoh Becomes First African Woman to Lead Venice Biennale

This is Beirut, 05/12 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Venice Culture Art Biennale

Cameroonian curator Koyo Kouoh has been named the first African woman to lead the Venice Biennale, one of the world’s most renowned contemporary art events. At 57 years old, Kouoh has been the Executive Director and Chief Curator of the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) in Cape Town since 2019. She will curate the next ...

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