Nathalie Khawaja, founder of Lebanon Seasons and initiator of Mawassem, a new platform dedicated to theater and promoting Lebanese regions. (Credit: Photo provided by Nathalie Khawaja)
Can you introduce yourself, tell us about your background, and explain how Mawassem came about, its long-term ambition, and why you chose theater as the project's guiding thread?I am the founder of Lebanon Seasons and have been working for over 20 years in the cultural, event, and nonprofit sectors. After several years in Australia, where I studied event management, I wanted to create a platform that tells the story of Lebanon through its people, its regions, and its culture. Theater was a natural choice. Despite the crises, it remains vibrant but does not always receive the visibility it deserves. Mawassem was born out of a desire to give theater the place it deserves, make it more accessible, and support artists over the long term. Our ambition is also to develop workshops, training programs, and support new artistic creations.Why...
Can you introduce yourself, tell us about your background, and explain how Mawassem came about, its long-term ambition, and why you chose theater as the project's guiding thread?I am the founder of Lebanon Seasons and have been working for over 20 years in the cultural, event, and nonprofit sectors. After several years in Australia, where I studied event management, I wanted to create a platform that tells the story of Lebanon through its people, its regions, and its culture. Theater was a natural choice. Despite the crises, it remains vibrant but does not always receive the visibility it deserves. Mawassem was born out of a desire to give theater the place it deserves, make it more accessible, and support artists over the long term. Our ambition is also to develop workshops, training programs, and support new artistic...
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