Artists and More Launches 'Lebanon 2030 Experience' — A $20 Million Entertainment Initiative to Rebuild Lebanon's Cultural Identity
Artists and More Entertainment, the Middle East's only ISO-certified entertainment production company, has officially launched Lebanon 2030 Experience — a bold $20 million investment aimed at reshaping Lebanon's entertainment, tourism, and cultural landscape.
Built from the ground up by a young Lebanese entrepreneur who started with just $500 and a dream, Artists and More has become a symbol of what's possible when passion meets purpose. With over 120,000 tickets sold across two seasons of large-scale productions such as Christmas on Ice, the company has consistently delivered world-class experiences that uplift communities and attract families in thousands.
Now, the vision grows larger.
Lebanon 2030 Experience will bring immersive theme parks, stadium shows, touring productions, and permanent entertainment destinations — all created in Lebanon, by Lebanese talent, for the world.
'This isn't just about shows,' says Anthony Abou Antoun, Founder and CEO of Artists and More.
'This is about rewriting the narrative of a country that refuses to give up. It's about creating jobs, empowering youth, keeping talent at home, and proving that Lebanon can still lead on a global stage.'
The initiative will span multiple cities and regions, fusing international collaborations with homegrown creativity. It aims to put Lebanon on the global map as a cultural and entertainment destination — one project, one smile, one family at a time.
Lebanon 2030 Experience arrives at a critical time, offering hope, opportunity, and national pride through a movement that is as bold as it is necessary.
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