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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 whilst studying abroad in the nineties, 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
Producer: Edgar Maddicott and Harry Graham
Editor: Munazza Khan
(Photo: Nicole Moudaber. Credit: Stuart Tracte)
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