Israel Culture

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'Israeli Saturday Night Live' Eretz Nehederet spoofs Trump and Sinwar

Missile alerts interrupt a sketch about escaping war, as Israel's top comedy show returns with Trump in McDonald's fries and Iranian spies debating perfume choices at duty-free.

Woodturning exhibition at Moshav Timorim unites Israeli artisans

This year's exhibition offered a welcome respite from the war, momentarily suspending feelings of loss and destruction and making space for a spirit of creation, community, and compassion.

By AMY SHAPIRO
04/11/2024

ANU Museum celebrates Aliyah Day with immigrant stories, flavors, and music

Visitors will have the chance to sample flavors and engage with the rich cultural worlds of immigrants, connecting with their stories through immersive experiences.

By NERIA BARR
04/11/2024

Israel's art round up: Pink Front and Art in the Red

Art Roundup is a monthly glimpse at some of the finest art exhibitions and events currently shown across the country.

‘Reading Lolita in Tehran’ by director Eran Riklis wins top prizes at Rome film festival

Riklis is one of Israel’s leading directors, known for such classic and popular films as The Syrian Bride, Lemon Tree, and A Borrowed Identity.

A concert of hope: Honoring memory, renewing strength through sacred Jewish music

Concert tickets are available for the symbolic price of NIS 20 to encourage the public’s participation in this celebration of resilience and remembrance. 

By NERIA BARR
30/10/2024

TLVFest kicks off on Halloween with LGBTQ+ films and special events

TLVFest is going forward and will feature the best of recent queer cinema, as well as classics, competitions, and special events, from the end of October until November 10.

Nikmat HaTraktor blends rock and classical music at Meitarim Festival

Nikmat HaTraktor brings decades of rock energy to the Meitarim Festival, blending classical influences with their signature sound for a unique musical experience.

29/10/2024
 EVGENY MERMAN.

Three artists, three questions: Born in the ’70s: We walk

In my search for Israeli artists to speak to, this time I came across three artists born in the 1970s (while all from Gen X, none claim to be the voice of their generation).

28/10/2024

'Matchmaking 2': Director Erez Tadmor explains the timing behind the haredi comedy sequel

While some haredim gave the filmmakers a hard time initially when they started shooting the film, the first movie won hearts and minds in that community.

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