{"id":772953,"date":"2026-04-08T09:21:57","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T09:21:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/?p=772953"},"modified":"2026-04-08T09:22:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T09:22:01","slug":"in-a-time-of-war-le-monnot-theater-keeps-culture-alive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/772953\/in-a-time-of-war-le-monnot-theater-keeps-culture-alive\/","title":{"rendered":"In a Time of War, Le Monnot Theater Keeps Culture Alive"},"content":{"rendered":" <p>During times of war, culture is one of many outlets that bear the brunt of disruption, often pushed aside in favor of what feels more urgent. While stages go dark, galleries close, and creation is put on hold, Beirut&#8217;s <strong>Le Monnot Theater<\/strong> chooses to keep going against all odds.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DV0wFRlj3vn\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>The arts themselves have taken a heavy hit. During war, many aspiring artists struggle to make a living from their craft, with venues closed and opportunities scarce. Le Monnot continues to support them by providing workshops, mentorship, and platforms to perform, while also giving back to those in need. <\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p>They\u2019ve also hosted open conversations, supported initiatives like Matbakh Maryam through fundraising, and focused on small, direct actions, from bringing joy to displaced children by organizing toy drives. If you would like to donate, you can drop by their theater until 5:30 PM to support the forcibly displaced children currently sheltered at Paroisse St. Joseph.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DWtJ6IPjdWd\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>Even during war, cultural spaces matter. They give artists a place to work, communities a place to gather, and everyone a reminder that life and creativity continue.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p>By supporting Le Monnot, you are not only helping keep performances and workshops alive, but also sustaining a space where artists can create, communities can gather, and culture continues to thrive despite these difficult times. You can support their theater by donating to this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/garder-la-scene-allumee-help-us-keep-the-stage-alive\/cl\/o?attribution_id=sl:62330a4e-16b5-4f8d-abd8-3bf82f80acd3&amp;lang=en_US&amp;ts=1773134421&amp;utm_campaign=man_sharesheet_dash&amp;utm_content=amp20_t2&amp;utm_medium=customer&amp;utm_source=copy_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GoFundMe link<\/a>, or simply attending plays and workshops they host every week.<\/p>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DWhCL8jDdCW\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>If you&#8217;re looking for more ways to support those in need, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/tag\/support-lebanon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">#Support Lebanon<\/a> section on our website.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <div class=\"wp-block-thisis-thisis-more-like-this-block\">             <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/772906\/amid-destruction-lebanese-florist-returns-to-dahye-with-stunning-bouquets\/\" class=\"thisis-more-like-this-block__link\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Amid Destruction, Lebanese Florist Returns to Dahye With Stunning Bouquets\">                 <div class=\"thisis-more-like-this-block\">             <div class=\"thisis-more-like-this-block__header\"                 style=\"background-color: #84459a;\">                 <h3>                     MORE LIKE THIS                <\/h3>             <\/div>             <div class=\"thisis-more-like-this-block__content\"                 style=\"background-color: #84459a1a;\">                                     <div class=\"thisis-more-like-this-block__image\">                         <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/MixCollage-07-Apr-2026-11-26-AM-1404-250x141.jpg\" alt=\"Amid Destruction, Lebanese Florist Returns to Dahye With Stunning Bouquets\" \/>                     <\/div>                                                     <div class=\"thisis-more-like-this-block__text\">                                                     <h2>Amid Destruction, Lebanese Florist Returns to Dahye With Stunning Bouquets<\/h2>                                                                             <p>\u201cThey can destroy the shop, but the hands that create beauty afterwards are still here&#8221;, read the full story \ud83d\udc90<\/p>                                             <\/div>                             <\/div>         <\/div>                 <\/a>     <\/div>   <div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>         <div style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"mobile products-container-two-product swiper\">   <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\">        <a class=\"swiper-slide\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/product\/the-beirut-hoodie-arabic\/\" aria-label=\"The \u0628\u064a\u0631\u0648\u062a Hoodie\" style=\"min-width: 66% !important;height:auto !important;\">      <div style=\"min-width: 90% !important;\" class=\"single-product-two-product\">       <div class=\"product-image-two-product lazy-load\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_7206-450x600.jpg\">       <\/div>       <div class=\"product-content-two-product\">        <h2 style=\"height: 45px;\">The \u0628\u064a\u0631\u0648\u062a Hoodie<\/h2>        <p>Fleece hoodie with a zipper, embroidered with the Arabic Beirut.com logo on the left. <\/p>        <div class=\"price-container-two-product\">         Starting At <span class=\"woocommerce-Price-amount amount\"><bdi><span class=\"woocommerce-Price-currencySymbol\">&#36;<\/span>29<\/bdi><\/span>       <\/div>       <\/div>      <\/div>     <\/a>         <a class=\"swiper-slide\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/product\/the-beirut-hoodie\/\" aria-label=\"The Beirut Hoodie - English\" style=\"min-width: 66% !important;height:auto !important;\">      <div style=\"min-width: 90% !important;\" class=\"single-product-two-product\">       <div class=\"product-image-two-product lazy-load\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/IMG_7217-450x600.jpg\">       <\/div>       <div class=\"product-content-two-product\">        <h2 style=\"height: 45px;\">The Beirut Hoodie &#8211; 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