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Beyond Applause

An Article by D. M. (1045 words, 6 min. read) Power, Persona, and the Private Act of Painting Fame organizes space. It fills halls, frames faces, amplifies voices. Painting asks for something quieter. It requires a room without spectators, a surface that receives color without applause. When political leaders, musicians, and actors turn toward the…

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“Kello Masmouh”: Carole Samaha Leads a Glorious Revival of Musical Theatre

An Article by D.M. (622 words, 3 min read) On the evenings of July twenty-third and twenty-fourth, the Beiteddine Palace lit up with energy, passion, and spectacular artistry as Kello Masmouh brought Cole Porter’s timeless Anything Goes to life in Arabic. Under the summer sky, history met performance, and at the heart of it all stood Carole Samaha, a true icon…

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The Return to the Cedars: An emotional tribute to Lebanon’s roots, artistry, and enduring spirit

An Article by D.M. (992 words, 5 min. read) On the evening of July 19, 2025, the heart of Lebanon pulsed again with pride, poetry, and power as the Cedars International Festival was officially reopened after a long-awaited return. Under the sacred branches of the Cedars of God in Bsharri, time seemed to stand still.…

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