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Actress Nada Abu Farhat centers women's experiences in the play "Dunia," examining love, motherhood, identity, and sacrifice through performance, narrative, and music. The production runs November 19, 20, and 22 at Masrah al-Madina in Beirut, drawing on the daily burdens and hidden struggles of women across society.
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"Dunia" theatrical production — Nada Abu Farhat presents a staged exploration of women's interior lives, moving beyond individual narrative to address broader patterns of motherhood, relationships, and the tension between societal expectations and personal desire. The work uses acting, voice, imagery, and music to trace a human journey centered on resilience.Singer Yara and Fadel Shaker reunite in Jeddah — The two artists perform a duet rendition of "Khudni Ma'ak" at Shaker's third concert in the Gulf region, reviving a collaboration that earlier gained recognition for its romantic appeal. The performance follows Shaker's return to the stage after an extended absence.Elissar releases her fourteenth album — Lebanese pop artist Elissar launched the album "Elissar" (also titled "ELISSAR"), marking a return to her artistic identity after more than a quarter-century in the industry. The work reflects themes of love, departure, and human emotion, presented in her established musical voice."Halal" drama series brings together Syrian actors — Teem Hasan and Fadi Sabih star in the series set to begin filming soon in Damascus under director Samer al-Barqawi and produced by Sabah Ikhwan. The pairing revives memories of earlier successful collaborations between the two performers.Hifa Wehbe launches TikTok Music LIVE Stars event — The singer announced the inaugural "Music LIVE Stars" event in the Arab region through a partnership with TikTok MENA, inviting users to sing her songs live and compete for participation in a broadcast alongside her. The initiative combines live performance with fan engagement across the platform.Imran Khan, Indian actor, faces deportation proceedings — The Bollywood actor attended a demonstration in Mumbai that became politically controversial, triggering an official deportation notice; he subsequently apologized without condition and pledged to avoid future protest participation in his legal challenge to the expulsion order. The case began October 10, 2026, and involves his American citizenship and Indian resident status.Coming Up:
Theatrical exhibition "ZIAD: A Visual Tribute" at the American University of Beirut continues through November 12, featuring graphic design student works inspired by Ziad al-Rahbani's theatrical pieces, songs, and satirical texts rendered in contemporary visual language.Solidarity initiative "Wa Yabqa al-Janub" (And the South Remains) organizes a trip to Tyre on November 7, designed to document wartime destruction, historical heritage, and daily life in response to ongoing Israeli occupation of border villages.