In 2018, Ishbilia for Arts Association revived Ishbilia Theatre and Art hub in Sidon, South Lebanon aiming to create a change in the cultural scene in the city. 

Its mission is to decentralize the art scene from the Capital Beirut to the South by offering people the right to access high quality art activities, promoting independent Arab artists and fostering cultural engagement. Since the launching, the space has welcomed more than 5000 people and implemented more than 209 cultural events including theater performances, independent Arab film screenings, festivals, workshops, book discussions