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.

OCTOBER 6, 2026|ByILANA STUTLAND

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

Over the past three years, as an arts and culture writer, I have tried my best to cope with the events of October 7 by striking a balance between arts chronicling those killed in the war.

OCTOBER 6, 2026|ByHANNAH BROWN

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

Veteran actor, singer, and stage star Illy Gorlizki, a defining figure in Israeli culture for more than seven decades, has died at 91.

OCTOBER 5, 2026|ByWALLA! CULTURE

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

The foundation brings interactive therapeutic performances to pediatric hospitals across Israel. Led by trained actor-therapists, the programs are tailored to children’s physical and emotional needs.

OCTOBER 5, 2026|ByFELICE FRIEDSON/THE MEDIA LINE

Unearth World War II art history through people's eye

The true artistic and historical depth of renaissance of evil.

JUNE 15, 2026ByIN COOPERATION WITH TOM WHITE

“Renaissance of Evil masterfully blends history, art, and fiction into an engaging and enlightening story.”

Jerusalem Theatre hosts Massenet’s Cinderella in a one-time opera event

A modern, adult take on ‘Cinderella’ as composed by Jules Massenet – a joint production of The Jerusalem Opera and The Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra.

JUNE 14, 2026ByBASIA MONKA

Cinderella meets the prince – rehearsal of the Jerusalem premiere of ‘Cinderella,’ opera by Massenet.

A bold stroke: Broken Fingaz trades the wall for the canvas in new Tel Aviv show

The internationally famed artist collective Broken Fingaz trades global street murals for oil paintings in its first comprehensive solo presentation.

JUNE 14, 2026ByNERIA BARR

Tant (Broken Fingaz), ‘Silver Lake,’ 2026, oil on canvas.

Jerusalem highlights: June 12-18

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

JUNE 12, 2026ByHAGAY HACOHEN

Irvin Unger presents his new book on Arthur Szyk (see Monday).

John Lithgow wins Tony Award for portraying Roald Dahl in ‘Giant,’ about author's antisemitism

“Who knows where antisemitism or any bigotry comes from. In playing the role, I just looked for the damage,” Lithgow said during a March appearance on a New Yorker podcast.

JUNE 8, 2026ByPHILISSA CRAMER/JTA

John Lithgow stars as Roald Dahl in "Giant." Mark Rosenblatt's play moved to Broadway after a successful run on London's West End.

Painting through the ashes: Ronen Siman-Tov turns Jerusalem’s wounds into art - interview

‘A believer’: In conversation with Ronen Siman-Tov, whose solo exhibition opens tomorrow at the Jerusalem Artists’ House.

JUNE 7, 2026ByBASIA MONKA

Ronen Siman Tov, fourth-generation Jerusalemite.

What is jazz? Jerusalem festival proves there’s no single answer

From traditional jazz trios to global sounds and fusion acts, the festival celebrates the freedom that lies at jazz’s heart.

JUNE 5, 2026ByBARRY DAVIS

Acclaimed pianist Nitai Hershkovits (L) takes over the reins of the Jerusalem Jazz Festival from internationally renowned trumpeter Avishai Cohen (R).

For restoration of Vienna’s historic synagogue: Gottfried Helnwein to auction painting

Artist Gottfried Helnwein donated the painting to IKG.Kultur, the cultural arm of Vienna’s Jewish community, to raise funds for the restoration of the historic Vienna City Temple.

JUNE 2, 2026ByHANNAH BROWN