Lebanon Reopens the Historic “Coliseum” Cinema to Establish the National Theater

The “Tiro for Arts” Association and the Iskandar Theatre have announced the reopening of the historic “Coliseum” Cinema in Beirut, after decades of its closure. The cinema, located on Hamra Street in Beirut, has undergone rehabilitation and will now be transformed into Lebanon’s National Theatre. This event coincides with the launch of the Beirut International Theatre Festival, which will run from April 26 to April 30, with both Arab and international participation. The “Coliseum” is considered one of the…