The Festival was launched
in 1956 when the President of the Lebanese Republic, Camille Chamoun, announced
its creation. Initially the Festival was an official government institution
managed by people on a mission to promote culture and tourism in Lebanon. They
aspired to nurture an enticing artistic environment rooted in cross-cultural
exchange. They also strove to establish a unique setting for innovative
performances by local, regional and acclaimed international talents. Soon the
Festival became an annual highlight on the calendar every summer, gaining an
international reputation and attracting big names on the music, theatre and
dance scenes.
Amidst the magnificent
ruins of the temples of Bacchus and Jupiter, The Baalbeck International
Festival has enchanted generations with world class plays, Lebanese nights,
operas, music concerts (classical music, pop, jazz and more), and dance
(modern, classical and folkloric). Over the years this incredible historical
setting has witnessed world premieres and exceptional performances. The
Festival has always been committed to its role as a patron of the arts and an
example of this is the opening of a drama school in 1966 to promote Lebanese
productions for the stage. Today The Baalbeck International Festival continues
to showcase the arts, project a positive image of Lebanon to the world and work
towards a better country through the power of culture and tourism.
In 2016, we celebrated 60
successful years of the Baalbek Festival thanks to the determination of our
team, carried by the support of the friends of the Festival. We achieved a
program that will be in the annals of the history of the Festival. The national
and international press covered our cultural and touristic activities, praising
the importance of cultural resistance and noting the effectiveness of security
measures.
http://baalbeck.org.lb/history/
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