Art

Grassroots literary movement turns October 7 grief into books with new 'Bound in Memory' exhibition

The profound literary archive showcases the hundreds of biographies deposited at the library since the outbreak of the war.

The "Bound in Memory" exhibit at the National Library of Israel.
A destroyed safe room in Kfar Aza in October 2023. ‘At moments, I wondered if my work was futile: Did we even need arts coverage during this period?’ asks the writer.

Reflecting on three years of arts coverage since October 7: Balancing culture, tragedy - comment

Israeli actor and musician Ili Gorlizki. October 21, 2015.

'One of most prominent figures in Israeli culture': Singer, theater icon Illy Gorlizki dies at 91

Actor-therapists bring interactive performances into Israeli pediatric hospitals, helping young patients regain a sense of choice, connection, and ordinary childhood.

Gilat Foundation uses theater to bring moments of childhood back to hospitalized Israeli children


After two difficult years: The festival bringing life back to the Western Galilee

The July Art festival in the Western Galilee celebrates its ninth year with dozens of artists, galleries, and small businesses inviting visitors to rediscover this beautiful, recovering region.

The Western Galilee.

Jonty Hurwitz brings mind-bending science, art, and optical illusions to Jerusalem

Jonty Hurwitz’s works are sculptures smaller than atoms and images created by cylindrical mirrors.

A microphoto taken by the South-African-born sculptor is a of a flesh-colored surface with a tiny elephant on it. When viewed though a microscope nearby shows it’s a human finger and a tiny pachyterm, which illustrates how tiny it is.

Israelis are still missing out on Modi'in

We thought Modi'in was just a city of malls along Route 443. After a few hours, however, we discovered a destination boasting original tourism initiatives, surprising nature spots, and excellent food

A city where more than half of the area is dedicated to open spaces. A bench in Modi'in.

You have another reason to head north: The best pizza we ate

After several difficult months, the Western Galilee is trying to return to the travel map with a celebration of art, agriculture, tourism, and culinary delights during the month of July.

Dor Pintel at Laga'at Basade

'The Baroness Rothschild': A moving tribute to jazz and friendship - review

The Baroness Rothschild blends history, jazz, and powerful performances into a moving theatrical experience.

 Neta Plotkin takes on the role of baroness.

Tom Wesselmann's American pop art takes center stage at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art

The first major Israeli exhibition of Tom Wesselmann explores how iconic pop art is viewed through today’s social and political lens.

‘Still Life #33,’ 1963, paint and printed reproductions  on canvas.

United in art: Jerusalem's Manofim Festival returns with art, music, and performance

The 18th edition of the Manofim arts festival maintains its inclusive take on local life.

The Manofim program includes a plethora of live entertainment.

Jerusalem highlights: July 10-16

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

Victory of the Rising Sun (see Friday).

Italian Parliament advances groundbreaking bill to return Holocaust-era looted art

"There is no need to repeat how deeply the wounds inflicted by the racial laws are still felt today by Italian Jews and our communities."

Gideon Taylor, president of the World Jewish restitution Organization (WJRO).

Designs on Jerusalem: Hansen House hosts event devoted to everyday aesthetics around us

The week, which takes place July 9-16 at its perennial berth of Hansen House, feeds off major sporting events taking place around the globe and even here, this summer.

Alon Rotman’s Ole, in the Here to Cheer exhibition, resonates the wave movement known to soccer crowds around the world.