Culture
Italy discovers basilica design by ancient Roman architect Vitruvius, 'father of architecture'
"It is a sensational finding ... something that our grandchildren will be talking about," Italian Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli told a press conference.
Zubin Mehta cancels all Israeli shows, cites Netanyahu's 'treatment of Palestinians'
ALEPH festival to celebrate Hebrew, from ancient roots to modern expressions
Heavy metal peace in the Mideast: Orphaned Land frontman asks if unity through music can survive
The Sea, a drama about a Palestinian father and son, wins the Best Picture Ophir Award
Culture Minister Miki Zohar threatened to defund the awards next year because of his disapproval of the winning film.
Oct. 7 film ‘The Road Between Us’ wins People’s Choice award in Toronto
TIFF organizers first invited Avrich’s film for the festival, and then disinvited it, only to then reinstate the film after an outcry from the Canadian Jewish community.
Music on the double: Liturgical singer Lior Elmaleh offers a sonic bridge for all
The 51-year-old payetan – liturgical singer – has put together an impressive roster of artists for the occasion, culling top performers from the piyut domain alongside other musicians.
Two weeks in paradise: Breathtaking landscapes and colors in the magical Kyrgyzstan
Snowy mountains, arid deserts, thousands of shades of green, and magnificent lakes. And horses – everywhere there are horses. A travel journal to the magical destination – Kyrgyzstan.
The Eifman Ballet’s 'Crime and Punishment' returns to Israel
Over three decades in the making, 'Crime and Punishment' will be presented next week at the Tel Aviv Performing Arts Center. This tour will mark the company’s 17th visit to Israel.
Musical journey from the Rajasthan Express: Rising Israeli star Shye Ben Tzur merges East and West
For those following hip hop, or Israeli music, rapper Tyler the Creator’s sampling of Shye Ben Tzur’s song “Roked” was a notable creative intersection.
Israeli film, ‘Butcher’s Stain’, wins a Student Academy Award
The awards are presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, and 15 student films from around the world were selected as semifinalists in four categories.
A dance of redemption at Tel Aviv ballet
St. Petersburg's Eifman Ballet returns to Israel for a production of ‘Crime and Punishment’ in Tel Aviv.
Between deep roots and liberating groove
The Hullegeb Festival of Israeli-Ethiopian Culture returns to Jerusalem next week, bringing rhythm, energy, joy, and the promise of better days ahead.
Dr. Miriam Adelson leads 2025 Israeli Presidential honorees
President Isaac Herzog has named nine distinguished individuals, including Miriam Adelson and Israeli-Druze spiritual leader Sheikh Muwaffaq Tarif, for the 2025 Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor.
