Capital Calendar: May 27 - June 3

Rural communities salute Jerusalem in honor of Jerusalem Day, with a large parade of more than 20,000 people.

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Jerusalem day_250 (photo credit: Courtesy)
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Information on events in and around Jerusalem may be submitted to INJERUSALEMEVENTS@GMAIL.COM, or mailed to In Jerusalem, PO Box 81, 91000 Jerusalem. Please indicate “Capital Calendar” clearly on all submissions. The deadline for submissions is THURSDAY, 8 DAYS PRIOR TO PUBLICATION AT 4 P.M. Events are in English unless otherwise noted.
FRIDAY 27
MUSIC
Two-harpsichord Concert – With Enrico Baiano and Aapo Häkkinen. • 11 a.m. at the Ein Kerem Music Center. Info: 641-4259. NIS 114/120.
Rock Kabalat Shabbat – The University Botanical Gardens hosts Shem-Tov Levi. • 4:30 p.m. at the University Botanical Gardens, Givat Ram. Info and reservations: 648-0059. NIS 90/100/110.
Kabalat Shabbat of Different Traditions – Gila Bashari performs liturgy and melodies for Shabbat from the traditions of Yemen, Spain and more. • 10:30 a.m. at a private home in Yish’i, next to Beit Shemesh. Info and reservations: 052- 322-6001. NIS 110.
Nino Biton – Andalusian music. • 2 p.m. at Café Avram, 97 Jaffa Road. Info: 077-445-0701. No cover.
THEATER
The Flight of the Dove – Premiere in the Ulpan presents The Flight of the Dove, adapted from the Yuval Shimoni book of the same name, about three people in Paris and their journeys. • 2 p.m. at the Jerusalem Theater, 20 Rehov Marcus. Info and reservations: 560- 5755. NIS 90. In Hebrew.
DANCE
The Batsheva Dance Company – The internationally renowned company performs a premiere show. • 1 p.m. at the Jerusalem Theater, 20 Rehov Marcus. Info and reservations: 560-5755. NIS 100-150.
TOURS
The German Colony – Visit the 19th-century southern German pastoral village, right here in Jerusalem. With Miriam Simon. • 9 a.m. at the gas station in front of Liberty Bell Park. Info and reservations: 054-521-6933. NIS 50.
City of David – See the road of Herodian, walk in the footsteps of Jewish pilgrims to the Temple Mount, and relive the words of Josephus. With Eli Shukrun of the IAA. • 8 a.m. coffee and cake, 8:30 a.m. departure from the Bible Lands Museum, 25 Rehov Granot. Info and reservations (required): 561-1066.
MIXED BAG
Sin Sangre – The Compania Teatrocinema presents two trailblazing performances in visual theater, using video art and music beats, telling a story of murder and revenge. In Spanish with Hebrew and English subtitles. • 3 p.m. at the Jerusalem Theater, 20 Rehov Marcus. Info and reservations: 560-5755. NIS 150/180.
SATURDAY 28

MUSIC
The Helsinki Baroque Orchestra – With Enrico Baiano, harpsichord, performing works by Bach. • 9 p.m. at the Jerusalem Theater, 20 Rehov Marcus. Info and reservations: 560-5755. NIS 95/180.
Israel Opera Soloists – With piano duo Tami Kanazawa and Yuval Admony, performing arias and duets from operas by Mozart, Verdi, Rossini and more. • 12 noon at the Ein Kerem Music Center. Info: 641-4250. NIS 95/100.
The Inbalim Ensemble – A hand-bell performance, directed by Idit Schechtman, with works by Bach and Handel, as well as English folk music and musicals. • 12 noon at the Latrun Armor Museum. Info and reservations: 535-6954. NIS 100.
Yizhar Ashdot – An intimate performance with the frontman of the pop rock group T-Slam. • 10 p.m. at Beit Avi Chai, 44 King George Avenue. Info: 621- 5900. NIS 30/50.
Swing de Gitanes – Gypsy fest. • 9 p.m. at Beit Shmuel, 6 Rehov Shama. Info and reservations: 620- 3463. NIS 90.
THEATER
Uncle Vanya – The Vakhtangov Theater performs Chekhov’s tragic story. In Russian with English and Hebrew surtitles. • 9 p.m. at the Jerusalem Theater, 20 Rehov Marcus. Info and reservations: 560-5755. NIS 100-200.
If This Is a Man – A one-man performance based on the Primo Levi novel. In Hebrew. • 9 p.m. at the Khan Theater, 2 Rehov David Remez. Info and reservations: 630-3600.
COMEDY
Jerusalem Blend – With Effie Allman, David Kilimnick and more. • 9:45 p.m. at the Off The Wall Comedy Basement, 34 Ben-Yehuda (corner of King George, down the stairs, near Hamashbir). Info and reservations: 050-875-5688. NIS 40/50 (includes a free drink).
TOURS
The Hinnom Valley – Outside the Old City, conducted by the Jerusalem Development Authority. • 10 a.m. at Safra Square, 20 Jaffa Road. Info: 106; 671- 5288. Free.
CHILDREN
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons – A musical fairy tale for children ages 4-10. In Hebrew. • 12 noon at the Latrun Monastery. Info and reservations: 535-6954. NIS 50.
Marzipan Fairy and Workshop – A journey about confronting the unknown. In Hebrew, for ages 3-6. • 11 a.m. at the Train Theater, Liberty Bell Park. Info and reservations: 561-8514. NIS 40.
Dr. Molecule – Learn about science through humor and drama. In Hebrew. • 1 p.m. at the Bloomfield Science Museum, Givat Ram. Info: 654-4888. NIS 15.
MIXED BAG
Sin Sangre – 9 p.m. See Friday’s listings.
SUNDAY 29
MUSIC
Discoveries – The Israel Contemporary Music Ensemble conducted by Zolt Nagy, with Irit Assayas, cello and Nicholas Isherwood, voice. Works by Harvey, Aperghis, Yuhas and Kagel. • 8 p.m. at the Jerusalem Music Center, Mishkenot Sha’ananim. Info and reservations: 624-1041. NIS 30/50.
The Purcell Ensemble – Revital Raviv, soprano; Reuvena Hod, recorders; Amit Tieffenbrun, viola da gamba and guitar; and Ya’acov Reuven, mandolin.
Works by Dowland, Van Eyck, Purcell, Lennon and McCartney. • 8 p.m. at the Mormon University, Mount of Olives. Info: 626-5666. Free.
The Istiklal Trio – Turkish music, integrating modern touches, inspired by fusion, rock and more. With Ariel Qassis, qanún; Yaniv Taichman, oud; and Noa Vax, percussion • 9 p.m. at Beit Avi Chai, 44 King George Avenue. Info and reservations: 621-5900. NIS 20/40.
Open Jam Session – Blues and rock. • 10 p.m. at the Blaze Bar, 23 Rehov Hillel. Info: 054-816-5488. No cover.
THEATER
Uncle Vanya – 8:30 p.m. See Saturday’s listings.
If This Is a Man – 8:30 p.m. See Saturday’s listings.
TALKS
AMIT Women Lunch and Learn – ”Enhancing Kavana through Tefilla” with Rebecca Darshan. • 11:30 a.m. at the Israel Center, 22 Rehov Keren Hayesod. Info and reservations: 077-400-0552. NIS 40.
Insiders and Outsiders: The Construction of Jewish Identity and Culture – With researchers from the Hebrew University, the Jewish Theological Seminary of America and Ohio State University. • 5 p.m. at Beit Maeirsdorf, Mount Scopus campus of Hebrew University. Info and registration: 588-2033.
A Journey between Extremes: Celebrating the Life of Rabbi Aryeh Levine – Featuring Yossi Sarid, Rabbi Benny Lau, Chaim Be’er and a sing-along, in Hebrew. • 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. at the Underground Prisoners Museum, Russian Compound. Info and reservations: 565-2011. NIS 40.
MONDAY 30
MUSIC
The New Israeli Vocal Ensemble – Conducted by Gabor Hollerung, performing Gypsy songs from Brahms to Kusturica. • 8 p.m. at the Jerusalem Music Center, Mishkenot Sha’ananim. Info and reservations: 624-1041. NIS 80/100.
Etnahta – Yaniv D’Or, countertenor, with Zvi Semel, piano, and the Naya Ensemble, performing works by Monteverdi, Boscovich, Grandi, De Rore and songs from the tradition of Spanish Jews. • 5 p.m. (free tickets distributed at the theater from 4 p.m.) at the Jerusalem Theater, 20 Rehov Marcus. Info: 560-5755.
The Yohanan Zaray Ensemble – Performing Zaray’s songs arranged by the academy students. • 8 p.m. at the Hasadna Music Conservatory, 22 Rehov Emek Refaim. Info and reservations: 563-0017. Free.
Monday Afternoon Classics – The Gamelan Ensemble, directed by Amatzia Bar-Yosef, performing Indonesian music. • 1:15 p.m. in room 2715 at the Mount Scopus campus of Hebrew University. Free.
Israeli Jazz – With Gal Klein, vocals; Orel Oshrat, piano; Vera Gorensteyn, violin; Ran Livneh, double bass and Oded Levy, drums. • 9 p.m. at Beit Avi Chai, 44 King George Avenue. Info and reservations: 621- 5900. NIS 20/40.
Women’s-Only Karaoke – Join the jewels of Jerusalem in karaoke. • 7 p.m. at the Off The Wall Comedy Basement, 34 Ben-Yehuda (corner of King George, down the stairs, near Hamashbir). Info and reservations: 050-875-5688. NIS 15 (incudes a free drink).
Music on Mondays – With Gal Klein and her band, performing a unique blend of Israeli jazz. • 9 p.m. at Beit Avi Chai, 44 King George Avenue. Info and reservations: 621-5900. NIS 20/40.
Tamar and Michael – Rock covers. • 10 p.m. at Blaze Bar, 23 Rehov Hillel. Info: 054-816-5488. No cover.
COMEDY
Comedy and Poetry Open Mic – All performances welcome. Share in the development of Jerusalem-based expression. • 10:30 p.m. at the Off The Wall Comedy Basement, 34 Ben-Yehuda (corner of King George, down the stairs, near Hamashbir). Info and reservations: 050-875-5688. One drink minimum purchase.
ART People and Places – The opening of a photography exhibit featuring works from around the world. • 6 p.m. at the AACI, 2 Rehov Poalei Tzedek (corner of Pierre Koenig, opposite the Hadar Mall). Info: 566-1181. Free.
TALKS
From Creation to Obama: The Story of the Jewish People – Elijah, Elisha and Achav, with Rabbi Berel Wein. • 8 p.m. at Beit Knesset Hanassi, 24 Rehov Ussishkin. Info: 052-833-9560. NIS 15/20; free for students.
Shakespeare with David Young – Did Shakespeare really write the plays and poems attributed to him or was he a frontman for a group of aristocrats? • 10 a.m. at the AACI, 2 Rehov Poalei Tzedek (corner of Pierre Koenig, opposite the Hadar Mall). Info and reservations (required): 566-1181. NIS 30/40.
Shavuot, the 10 Commandments and the Bishop’s Mitre – What do they have in common? An illustrated presentation with Maxine Blendis, art historian .• 8 p.m. at the Fuchsberg Center for Conservative Judaism, 8 Rehov Agron. NIS 20.
CHILDREN
Snow White and the Seven Dwarves – A Misgav Ori production, with music by Moshe Datz, starring Orna Datz, Michal Tsafir, Claude Dadia and others.
For children ages 3-8, in Hebrew. • 5:30 p.m. at the Jerusalem Theater, 20 Rehov Marcus. Info and reservations: 560-5755. NIS 75.
Big Art for Little Artists – With Michal Kerer, storytelling inspiring children to create their own works of art. • 4:30 p.m. for ages 4-6; 5:30 p.m. for ages 7-9 at the Israel Museum. Info: 670-8813. NIS 25/30.
MIXED BAG
Tour of a Miracle – Learn about the miracle of the human body, including red and white blood cells, liver enzymes, kidney function and blood chemistry. • 7 p.m. at Aliza’s Place, Ramot Alef. Info: 052-439-8680.
TUESDAY 31
MUSIC Chamber Music – Prize-winning groups of the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance. • 5:30 p.m. at the Jerusalem Theater, 20 Rehov Marcus. Info and reservations: 560-5755.
The Symphony Orchestra of the Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance – Conducted by Eitan Globerson, performing works by Tchaikovsky. • 8:30 p.m. at the Jerusalem Theater.
Youth at the Center – Two duos perform works by Schumann, Marcel Bitsch, Yohanan Chendler Weber, Bach, Schumann and Shostakovich. • 5 p.m. at the Jerusalem Music Center, Mishkenot Sha’ananim. Info: 624-1041. Free.
Open Mic – With Mike Perry, all performers welcome.
Enjoy late-night professional and amateur singing with your friends. • 9:30 p.m. sign up; shows begin at 10 p.m. at the Off The Wall Comedy Basement, 34 Ben-Yehuda (corner of King George, down the stairs, near Hamashbir). Info and reservations: 050-875-5688. One drink minimum purchase.
Kohelet Band – Original Israeli rock. • 10 p.m. at Blaze Bar, 23 Rehov Hillel. Info: 054-816-5488. No cover.
White Night for Student Day – Featuring Balkan Beat Box, Berry Sakharov, Dudu Aharon, Hayehudim and Shalom Chanoch. • 9:15 p.m. at Sacher Park. Info: 626-8844.
Avant-garde Music – An artistic, sensory experience with double-bassist JC Jones and dancer Anat Shamgar, along with bassoonist Susanna Cohen. • 8:30 p.m. at the Barbur Gallery, 6 Rehov Shirizli, Nahlaot. Free.
THEATER
If This Is a Man – 8:30 p.m. See Saturday’s listings.
COMEDY
Slaughtering the Cow – On Jerusalem, with Yair Lehman and Inbal Lori. In Hebrew. • 10 p.m. at Beit Avi Chai, 44 King George Avenue. Info and reservations: 621-5900.
TOURS
The British in Jerusalem – What was daily life like for the average British citizen living in Jerusalem during the Mandate? With guide Miriam Simon. • 9 a.m. at the Lion’s Fountain at the junction of King David and Emek Refaim Streets. Info and reservations: 054- 521-6933. NIS 50.
CHILDREN
Snappling – For children ages 8-15. No experience required. • 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. in Gei Ben Hinom Valley, outside the Old City. Info and reservations (required): 054-768-1776.
Mimi’s Yom Yerushalayim Program for Kids – Featuring stories, songs and snacks. For ages 3 and up. • 4:30 p.m. at the AACI, 2 Rehov Poalei Tzedek (corner of Pierre Koenig, opposite the Hadar Mall). Info and reservations: 566-1181. NIS 25/30.
MIXED BAG
Youth Movement Exhibition and Fair – A special opportunity for teens and pre-teens to learn more about the various youth movements in the city. • 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Kikar Square.
WEDNESDAY 1, JERUSALEM DAY
MUSIC
Music from Venice – With soprano Maria Joffee and the Jerusalem Festival Orchestra, conducted by Vladimir Barshewitz. • 8 p.m. at Ticho House, 9 Rehov Harav Kook. Info and reservations: 535- 6954. NIS 55. Long Time Gone 2.0 – Jerusalem’s own Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young tribute band. • 9:30 p.m. at the Yellow Submarine, 13 Rehov Harechavim. Info and reservations: 679-4040.
Oriana Shefi – Original Israeli rock. • 10 p.m. at Blaze Bar, 23 Rehov Hillel. Info: 054-816-5488. No cover.
Hiromi – Jazz pianist and composer. • 9 p.m. at the Jerusalem Theater, 20 Rehov Marcus. Info and reservations: 560-5755. NIS 95/230.
COMEDY
Stand-up Marathon with Open Mic – Host Edan Mizrachi takes a range of new comedians to the stage. In Hebrew. • 10:30 p.m. at the Off The Wall Comedy Basement, 34 Ben-Yehuda (corner of King George, down the stairs, near Hamashbir). Info and reservations: 050-875-5688. NIS 20.
TALKS
Ten Poets Recite Psalms – According to the Talmud, the book of Psalms was written by 10 poets. The event hosts 10 poets of varied generations reciting psalms, as well as original works. Hosted by poet Eliaz Cohen. In Hebrew. • 8 p.m. at Confederation House, 12 Rehov Emile Botta, Yemin Moshe. Info and reservations: 624-5206. Free.
TOURS
Jerusalem Walking Tours and Israeli Folk Dancing – In honor of Jerusalem Day, Beit Shmuel offers a choice of tours in Jerusalem, including the Old City, Gei Ben Hinom, Yemin Moshe and more. • 5 p.m., followed by dancing at 8 p.m. at Beit Shmuel, 6 Rehov Shamai. Info and reservations: 620-3461.
Jaffa Road – Explore Jerusalem’s main artery to the coast for centuries, and the different neighborhoods built off the road, with Miriam Simon. • 9 a.m. at Tzahal Square, across from Jaffa Gate. Info and reservations: 054-521-6933. NIS 50.
Kikar Safra – Visit the city’s municipality in honor of Jerusalem Day. Take a look at the building and its history, and see a spectacular view of the capital. In Hebrew. • 10 a.m., 12 noon and 2 p.m. at the palm trees at Kikar Safra. Free.
THURSDAY 2
MUSIC
The New Andalusian Orchestra of Ashkelon – Directed by Tom Cohen, performing Sahara of the Berbers with soloists Benjamin Bouzaglo and Ravid Kahalani. • 9 p.m. at Beit Shmuel, 6 Rehov Shama. Info: 054-474-4799. NIS 60.
Daniel Zamir – With young Jerusalem artists. • 9 p.m. at Beit Avi Chai, 44 King George Avenue. Info and reservations: 621-5900. NIS 20/30.
The Elastic Band – Multi-genre covers. • 10 p.m. at Blaze Bar, 23 Rehov Hillel. Info: 054-816-5488. No cover.
Rhythm and Beat from around the World – Irish and Balkan music with Alexei Kochetkov, violin; Yoav Gilad, guitar; Ariel Kuptiev, bass guitar and Gadi Shainfeld, percussion. • 8 p.m. at the Mormon University, Mount of Olives. Info: 626-5666. Free.
Shlomo Ydov – Argentinean-influenced Israeli folk rock. • 10 p.m. at the Yellow Submarine, 13 Rehov Harechavim. Info and reservations: 679-4040. NIS 70/75/80.
THEATER
The Phantom Tollbooth – In honor of the 50th anniversary of the classic, beloved children’s book. • 5 p.m. at the Way Off Theater, 37 Rehov Pierre Koenig (in the AACI building). Info and reservations: 054-688-0281. NIS 40/50.
COMEDY
The Aliyah Monologues – Tour of funny through the Holy Land with David Kilimnick, who will take you through the reality of life as a single immigrant. • 8:30 p.m. at the Off The Wall Comedy Basement, 34 Ben-Yehuda (corner of King George, down the stairs, near Hamashbir). Info and reservations: 050-875- 5688. NIS 40/50 (includes a free drink).
Stand-up Comedy with Tel Aviv Friends – Some of Israel’s finest comedians perform with Jerusalem’s Eidan Mizrachi. In Hebrew. • 10:30 p.m. at the Off The Wall Comedy Basement. NIS 35/45 (includes a free drink).
Making Fun – The Incubator Theater hosts comedians poking fun at Jerusalem. In Hebrew. • 11 p.m. at Beit Avi Chai, 44 King George Avenue. Info and reservations: 621-5900. NIS 20/30.
FILMS
Jerusalem Movies – Animated films by Bezalel art students and feature films by other Jerusalem students. • 9 p.m. at Beit Avi Chai, 44 King George Avenue. Info: 621-5900.
TALKS
Weekly Torah Portion – Vayikra, weekly, with Prof. Avinoam Roznik. In Hebrew. • 7 p.m. at the Begin Center, 6 Rehov S.A. Nahon. Free.
Avot – On Rabbi Tarfon, with Ruchama Weiss and Avner Hacohen. In Hebrew. • 8 p.m. at Beit Avi Chai, 44 King George Avenue. Info and reservations: 621- 5900. Free.
TOURS
Sunrise on the Mount of Olives – A tour with Ze’ev Ben-Aryeh, marking the Day of Ascension. • 5 a.m. at the Church of Ascension, Mount of Olives. Info and reservations: 054-475-1080; 1-700-509-992. NIS 80.
FRIDAY 3
COMEDY
Kalabat Shabbat – A satirical look at the world and the weekly Torah portion. With Jackie Levy. In Hebrew. • 12 p.m. at Beit Avi Chai, 44 King George Avenue. Info and reservations: 621-5900. NIS 20/40.
TOURS
The British in Jerusalem – See Tuesday’s listings.
DANCE
Reaping the Harvest – A pre-Shavuot workshop for women, with Nechama Cheses. Incorporating movement, learning and song. • Info and reservations: 052-618-6851; imaches@gmail.com. NIS 55.