The godmother of Beirut's nightlife
Under the boot of the Syrian army, Nicole Moudaber brought raves to Lebanon.
Under the boot of the Syrian army, Nicole Moudaber brought raves to Lebanon.
After sampling the delights of dance music while studying abroad in the '90s, Nicole made it her goal to bring this new sound to a divided and conservative society. She faced opposition from her family and the regime, but when scandal hit she decided to turn the tables...herself.
Presenter: India Rakusen
Producers: Harry Graham and Edgar Maddicott
Get in touch: outlook@bbc.com or WhatsApp +44 330 678 2707
(Photo: Nicole Moudaber. Image courtesy: Nicole Moudaber)
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