Cinema and Theatre

For decades Lebanon has been the leader in theatrical performances! The famous Rahbani Brothers have set the stage with elaborate musicals containing Lebanese fokloric dances, powerful voices, and mind-blowing melodies! Festivals in Baalbak, Deir elQamar and Beiteddine every summer become stages for these beautiful shows, with ancient Roman Ruins acting as backdrops!  For another elaborate show, be sure to check out the Caracalla Group and Theatre based in Beirut!
 

For any film enthusiast the International Beirut Film Festival is another must see! From international films to the beautiful local ones, the diversity is outstanding. Nadine Labaki, and her film Caramel, are international hits, and definite must sees!
 

These are but a few of the names on the Lebanese literary scene. For more authors and works, visit the nearest bookshop and browse through the shelves stacked with some of the world’s finest writings from the country.