Artist Abeer Nehme kicked off the “Beirut Festivities” with a special musical evening,
which conveyed moving humanitarian and patriotic messages, before a large audience that had gathered to celebrate
the launch of one of the most prominent arts festivals in the Lebanese capital.
Abeer Nehme then kicked off the evening with a heartfelt speech that touched the audience, in which she affirmed that
“Beirut chooses life and music,” noting that the Lebanese capital has always been
a hub for creativity and culture, and that it is capable of rising above any crisis, no matter how severe.
She added that art is not merely a form of entertainment, but a humanitarian message that brings people together and gives them
the strength to carry on, noting that music possesses an exceptional ability to heal wounds and rekindle hope in people’s hearts.
She also emphasized that holding concerts and festivals in Beirut reflects the Lebanese people’s determination to
hold on to life and create joy despite difficult circumstances.
During the concert, Abeer Nehme performed a selection of her most famous songs,
to which the audience responded enthusiastically,
along with musical selections that blended Lebanese authenticity with modern musical styles,
in an artistic performance that showcased the diversity of her
musical experience and her distinctive stage presence.
The “Beirut Fest” is considered one of the most prominent cultural and artistic events in Lebanon, attracting
an elite group of Lebanese, Arab, and international artists annually,
and aims to revitalize cultural and tourism activity in the capital,
as well as affirming Beirut’s status as a city of art and creativity.
In conclusion, the opening of this new edition carries a clear message that
culture remains one of the most important elements of resilience,
and that music has the power to bring people together and overcome division.
Abeer Nehme’s speech embodied
embodied this meaning when she affirmed that art preserves humanity and gives us hope, ensuring that the theater remains a space
for encounter and love—and a message that Beirut will remain a city of life and music no matter the challenges.
