Lebanon’s only opera troupe put on the opening public performance of a truly Arabic opera on the weekend of July 9-10. In doing so, the group didn't just want to put on a good performance - they wanted to show the world the best of Arabic culture, shaking up this often traditional art form in the process.
Lebanon Opera Showcases Rich Arab Culture
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The orchestra for Antar and Abla trained at the Lebanese National Higher Conservatory for Music. (Photo: John Owens for VOA)
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Rehearsals have run up to the day before the first performance. (Photo: John Owens for VOA)
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Performers ready themselves backstage. (Photo: John Owens for VOA)
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An actress waits in the wings for her turn to go onstage. (Photo: John Owens for VOA)
