Theater
To hell and back: A political ballet for Israel’s age of war
Seven choreographers, one live pianist, and a palindrome that refuses to end.
The story behind French-Jewish directing partners’ film ‘Just An Illusion’ - interview
The boy who wouldn't grow up takes the stage, and he's bringing the whole cast with him
'The Baroness Rothschild': A moving tribute to jazz and friendship - review
Jerusalem highlights: March 7-13
What's new to do in Israel's capital?
Seleucid Empire’s Laodicea's 15,000-seat ancient theater revived
Originally built in the 2nd century BCE, it was destroyed by an earthquake in the 3rd century CE and subsequently rebuilt.
'Tuesdays with Morrie' on stage in moving Jerusalem production - review
Under the direction of Yael Valier, Yehoshua Looks and Simon Stout do a superb job of bringing to the stage the adaptation of Mitch Albom’s bestselling memoir.
Jerusalem Highlights: February 28 – March 6
What’s new to do in Israel’s capital?
'Neither day nor night': A powerful look at Mizrahi struggles in haredi society
Phinehas Veuillet’s 'Neither Day Nor Night' delves into the struggles of a newly religious Mizrahi family in Bnei Brak, exposing deep-seated biases in Haredi society.
Ancient Nicopolis theater restoration nears completion: ‘In the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul'
Nicopolis is included among the key sites of the Cultural Route "In the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul"--archaeological sites and monuments connected with the Second Apostolic Journey.
Oklahoma! musical production to be performed across Israel
The musical is this year’s production by Israel’s veteran English-language musical theatre group, LOGON (the Light Opera Group of the Negev).
Opera to show screenings on Valentine’s Day across Israel
The opera was recently performed at the Israeli Opera in a vivid homage to the late director Omri Nitzan under revival director Shirit Lee Weiss.
‘Say My Name’ is an immersive theatrical experience
Say My Name is an emotional journey, a chance to reflect on our lives and the memories we cherish. It’s an invitation to consider not only who will remember us, but how we will be remembered.
'The Accomplices': A story of Jewish activism and antisemitic apathy - review
With a fast-moving plot, multiple characters, and frequent scene changes, staging this play is a challenge, particularly in the Khan Theater’s smaller space. But director Weisberg pulled it off.
