Beirut’s 'DIVAS' Exhibition Is a Love Letter to the Women Who Shaped Arab Music
Step inside “DIVAS: From Oum Koulthoum to Dalida” at Beirut’s Sursock Museum, and you’ll be transported into the golden age of Arab art.
The exhibition unfolds through cinematic screens, vintage posters, and couture gowns — from Fayrouz’s Baalbeck costumes to Sabah’s sparkling stage looks.
Beyond the glamour, it also traces how these women used their voices to challenge norms and inspire independence movements.
It’s an immersive tribute to the artists whose music and films bridged Cairo, Beirut, and the world.
After touring Paris, Amsterdam, and Amman, the celebrated exhibition has arrived in Beirut, hosted at the Sursock Museum from October 17, 2025 to January 11, 2026.
The multimedia showcase by the Arab World Institute pays tribute to the women who defined Arab music, cinema, and style — from the 1920s to today.
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Author’s summary: Exhibition honors women in Arab music.