Where are our culturel players in times of war, and what are they doing?
L'Agenda Culturel went to meet them, interview them and listen to their stories.
Layla Dagher, painter. Lives in Beirut
How are you doing?
Each day I feel overwhelmed by emotions of fear, sadness and despair about everything happening in my country. But I always keep a light of hope within me.
What is your daily life like in a time of war?
Living in these days of war can be incredibly challenging. Despite the circumstances, I try to find moments of peace and creativity. My day starts by listening to the news, I try to stay informed about everything.
My daily routine involves cooking which brings me joy. I practice sports it helps me manage stress and keeps me physically active.
How do you continue your artistic activity?
Art become my refuge, I spend the most of my time in my studio, I find comfort when I paint, the act of creating becomes a form of resistance.
How do you see Lebanon's future?
Despite all the pessimism we are facing, I still have hope that we will find a way out of this dark hole.
To overcome the fear and anxiety, what do you suggest to our readers?
Books Les hommes et les femmes. / Francois Giroud. Bernard Henri Lévy.
Series: The crown/ Netflix
Music: Elton John
Podcasts: L’AI peut elle crier de l’art? Arte.
Any last words?
Stop War. We need PEACE.
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