Jerusalem theater

Painting longing: Journey through loss, memory, and renewal

Tamar Aluf paints longing, turning personal loss into art that resonates with memory, emotion, and renewal.

JANUARY 18, 2026|ByTOBY KLEIN GREENWALD

Artist Tamar Aluf with her exhibit ‘Painting Longing’ in the Jerusalem Theatre’s Sherover Foyer. Paintings behind her from L, clockwise: ‘Horizon of a House,’ acrylic (2025); ‘The Fabric of Life’ (2025); ‘Longing’ (2025).

The entrance to the Jerusalem Theatre is seen in a photo taken May 21, 2024

My Word: Making music amid the noise - opinion

The ideals of Koolulam, “a social-musical initiative aimed at strengthening the fabric of society,” sound lofty but the events are fun and unifying.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025|ByLIAT COLLINS

Chitravina N. Ravikiran plays the chitravina, one of the lesser-known Indian string instruments.

From India and the world with love: The superb offerings at the Jerusalem Oud Festival

This year’s Jerusalem International Oud Festival offers a broad sweep of ethnic and other music genres for our listening uplifting entertainment.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025|ByBARRY DAVIS

An evening of Puccini opera in Jerusalem

Two operas will be featured in performances at the Jerusalem Theatre.

OCTOBER 19, 2025|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Word play: Uri Agnon's new musical theatre work delves into the power of language

Multidisciplinary artist Uri Agnon takes a creative leaf out of his illustrious ancestor’s work.

JUNE 20, 2024ByBARRY DAVIS

A SCENE from Uri Agnon’s ‘Homework: A Wartime Musical Guide for a Peaceful Home.’

'Lightening the national mood': Modi performs in Jerusalem amid war - review

During his recent visit to Israel, comedian Modi lightened the national mood amidst conflict, using humor about cultural differences and the country’s current challenges.

JUNE 18, 2024ByGIL HOFFMAN

COMEDIAN MODI Rosenfeld in a file photo.

Talbiyeh’s timeless appeal - one of Jerusalem’s most elegant neighborhoods

Modern Talbiyeh is a blend of its historic roots and contemporary influences, attracting a diverse population.

MAY 25, 2024ByALEX WINSTON

THE NEIGHBORHOOD is known for its architectural beauty and has transformed into a prestigious residential area.

‘The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui’ hits Khan Theater - review

Brecht’s 1941 dark allegory about a criminal take-over of society plays to appreciative Israeli audiences.

DECEMBER 24, 2023ByHAGAY HACOHEN

EREZ SHAFRIR (left) as Arturo Ui and Vitali Friedland as Ernest in ‘The Irresistable Rise of Arturo Ui.’

Bringing Israelite coals back home through Mawal Baladi Festival

The Mawal Baladi Festival was intially put on hold for a while due to the war, but a decision was made to go ahead with the four-day event, which will now take place December 26-29.

DECEMBER 23, 2023ByBARRY DAVIS

ACCLAIMED VIOLINIST and conductor Werner Ehrhardt will join Yair Dalal in the opening concert.

Joy, by God at the Jerusalem Theater Festival

The five-parter series starts at 7 p.m. on December 20 and 21, with the eclectic theatrical offering about a young girl who refuses to accept her father's death.

DECEMBER 19, 2023ByBARRY DAVIS

EITAN TSVIK (left) as Eli and Itai Salhov as Binyamin in ‘Sawdust.’

23rd edition of the Jerusalem Arts Festival offers a varied and bountiful lineup

The 23rd edition of the Jerusalem Arts Festival will take place under the auspices of the Jerusalem Municipality, and the steady yet adventure-seeking hand of incoming artistic director Guy Biran.

JUNE 4, 2023ByBARRY DAVIS