Beirut Artists Take the Stage to Support Families in Need
MusicHall Beirut was packed on December 17th as the TAKREEM Foundation hosted its annual fundraising concert, Shining Stars of Hope 2025. The event brought together music lovers, cultural figures, and supporters of the arts for a night that put Lebanon’s creative community front and center.
Launched in 2023, Shining Stars of Hope was created to support Lebanese artists at a time when many continue to face uncertainty. This year’s concert featured a live band and more than 30 singers, musicians, and performers in a program that moved between music, theatre, spoken word, and movement, reflecting the richness of Lebanon’s artistic scene.
The night was led by the powerful voice of Jahida Wehbe, surrounded by a lineup of emerging talents including Aya Abi Kanaan, Nariman Abou Rahal, Johny Aouad, Kevin Bou Nassif, Cosette Chedid, Bouchra Hachem, Samir Karam, Patrick Khalil, Daria Leyla, Shana, Fidel Zreibi, and One Harmony by Tania Kassis Academy. A special appearance by Mazen Kiwan alongside Sahar Abou Khalil added a memorable moment to the evening.
Beyond the performances, the impact of the night extends well past the stage. Proceeds from the sold out event will support 100 Lebanese artists, as well as Les Restaurants du Cœur au Liban (an initiative geared towards feeding those in need), combining cultural support with direct humanitarian aid for families in need.
The night at MusicHall was a reminder that when the arts are supported, the impact is felt far beyond the venue. For many in attendance, it was not just a concert, but a statement of belief in Lebanon’s artists and their place in shaping the country’s future.
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