Beirut is dead. Long live Beirut!

Few cities in the world have such an old and tumultuous history as Beirut. Again and again it has been attacked and destroyed. Again and again it rose from its ashes. The Beirutis never gave up though. Even after 15 years of brutal civil war they managed to revive the city and fill it with an incomparable and infectious energy. Sixteen years after the end of the civil war the “Paris of the Middle East” was buzzing just like in the old times. Beirut’s nightlife was back and its party spirit was unbreakable.

This is partly due to a club: The Basement, the country’s first venue for high quality electronic music. In little more than a year a considerable number of big international DJs played there. After establishing a cultural exchange with Paris under the name “Paris mixe Beyrouth” several big names from the French capital were invited to play for an ever growing scene. Another exchange with Berlin was also well under way with many artists already booked for future dates.
Unfortunately the recent events are a major catastrophe for the country of Lebanon, the city of Beirut and his civilians.

With “From Berlin to Beirut” we want to do something for the people whose normal lives have been torn apart so abruptly. With this event we will raise funds for the organization Mowatinun that provides help and relief to the refugees who fled the regions under attack and tries to strengthen solidarity between the citizens of Lebanon regardless of political or religious affiliations. Mowatinun has already started efficient relief operations, maintaining a steady flow of supplies to families in need. They are directly providing basic supplies for hundreds of families located in schools in Beirut and its suburbs. Also, an entertainment unit for children has been created in order to help them overcome these difficult times.

Like Beirut, Berlin is a city that has an old and war-marked history and is also a city full of life, energy and with an amazing nightlife activity. Because we are here and still able to live, love, party and enjoy life freely without any borders, restrictions or worries, we would like to express our support and compassion to the people in Beirut with this specific event - without judgment or political position.


So, come and dance – it’s for a good cause!