Lebanon Opera Showcases Rich Arabic Culture

This weekend Lebanon’s only opera troupe put on the opening public performance of a truly Arabic opera.  In doing so, this group doesn't  jus want to put on a good performance - they want to show the world the best of Arabic culture, shaking up this often traditional art form in the process.   “The Arab world is starting a very important phase. It’s a turning point in art and music,” claimed Maroun Rahi, composer, conductor and founder of Opera...

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