VOX Cinemas, the dedicated cinema arm of Majid Al Futtaim, is proud to launch VOX Culture, which provides audiences with greater access to the wealth of local creativity and culture within Lebanon. As part of the new initiative, VOX Cinemas’ auditoriums will provide a platform for a diverse range of multidisciplinary curated events including stand-up comedy, live theatre, concerts, and screenings to appeal to all ages. To celebrate the launch, VOX Cinemas in Beirut hosted a Fireside Chat with Ignace Lahoud, Chief Executive Officer, Majid Al Futtaim Leisure, Entertainment & Cinemas before local comedians Jessica Maghamess, Yorgo Kmeid, Jalal Achkar and Tera Irani took to the stage to entertain the crowd. VOX Culture builds on VOX Cinemas’ commitment to innovate and diversify its offering with alternate content, give back to the communities in which it operates and champion local creative talent. “VOX Cinemas believes that the cinema is more than just a place to watch a movie and plays a key role in bringing communities together and enhancing cultural life. Throughout the pandemic and economic crisis, we witnessed the vital social value of cinema, which provided an inclusive space for the people of Lebanon to enjoy shared experiences together. VOX Culture was established from our desire to champion the arts, be part of the cultural scene in Lebanon and make a positive impact in the local community. We look forward to building on the momentum and establishing VOX Culture as a signature programme that we can roll out across other markets in the future”, said Ignace Lahoud, Chief Executive Officer, Majid Al Futtaim, Leisure, Entertainment & Cinemas. Since 2013, VOX Cinemas has been bringing the magic of movie to Beirut. …
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