Shakespeare
Rome to charge tourists to get close to Trevi Fountain in move aimed at reducing chaos
“Two euros isn’t very much, and it will lead to less chaotic tourist flows,” said Mayor Gualtieri
‘Hamnet’ is Oscar-bait about Shakespeare's free-spirited wife - review
Saul Rubinek’s new one-man show asks, is there ever a right time to play Shylock?
'Schindler’s List' Israeli actor Rami Heuberger dies at 61
Jerusalem highlights July 29-August 4
What's new to do in Israel's capital?
Israel: To be or not to be a democracy - opinion
These Hamlets of Zion have already reached the rubicon. Whether Israel lives or dies as a democracy will depend on whether they cross it for real and can bring enough voters with them.
The power of words has left a lasting impact on Jewish imagery - opinion
The Jewish character Shylock in Shakespeare's 'The Merchant of Venice' is an antisemitic caricature.
NYC school cancels Shakespeare play after antisemitic parental concerns
An NYC middle school has canceled their production of Shakespeare's "The Merchant in Venice" following parental concerns about the antisemitic themes in the play.
Veteran theater director David Levin dies
A poet and internationally acclaimed director, Levin was the older brother of celebrated playwright Hanoch Levin and was sought after in Europe.
Was Shakespeare antisemitic? New book examines Shylock
A new take: The play “opens the door for questioning” entrenched antisemitism.
Jerusalem Highlights Week of August 20 – 26
Don't know what to do in Jerusalem the coming week? Here's a list of suggestions.
‘Romeo and Juliet’ offers more than LGBT kiss - review
From the first moment the curtain is raised and we behold the set Roni Toren designed, we know what we are in for.
LGBT-friendly remake of 'Romeo and Juliet' is vintage Hanan Snir
When the now 78-year-old director Snir is around, always expect the unexpected
Shakespeare returns to Jerusalem park
Theater in the Rough’s ‘Henry IV’ opens on August 11.
