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Who Will Win the 25th Sapir Prize?
Five books, one winner: Mifal HaPais announced the five final nominees for the 2025 Sapir Prize for Literature – “The Short List”
Shosh Lahav••
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The Israeli Opera in a New Production: "Iolanta" by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Tchaikovsky's final opera, premiering at the Israeli Opera, directed by Shirit Lee Weiss and conducted by Dan Ettinger, Musical Director of the Israeli Opera, January 18–28, 2026, at the Shlomo Lahat (Tchitch) Opera House in Tel Aviv.
Shosh Lahav••
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Eilat Hosts the Piano Festival for the Second Time
A unique celebration of Israeli music, continuing a tradition of original productions and collaborations, offering three days of freedom and a magical atmosphere.
Shosh Lahav••
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Under the Theme of 'The Return Home': The 'Keshet Eilon' Music Center Will Hold its Annual Gala Concert
'Keshet Eilon', a music center for string instruments operating in Kibbutz Eilon in the North, will hold its annual gala evening on Saturday night, January 3, 2026, at the Enav Center in Tel Aviv. The concert will be conducted by Keshet Eilon alumna, Michelle Bushkova. The evening will be hosted by Itzhak Rashkovsky, the Musical Director of 'Keshet Eilon'.
Shosh Lahav••
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The Opera 'The Emperor of Atlantis': With the Carmel Quartet and Meitar Ensemble
Marking the 50th anniversary of the premiere of the opera, written in the Terezín Ghetto (1943) by Viktor Ullmann and Peter Kien, it is being staged for the first time in a Hebrew translation, as part of the "Into the Light" project, which presents music lost to the world under the Nazi regime. From December 9, 2025.
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Dreams: A slow and intimate coming-of-age drama by Dag Johan Haugerud
A girl falls in love for the first time, with her high school teacher. She documents her experiences in writing and shares them with her mother and grandmother, who consider whether to publish it in a book.
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The Great Light of Music: A Romantic Candlelight Night in an Intimate Tribute Show to Imagine Dragons and Coldplay
A rare combination of modern classics and a magical atmosphere, in the international series, Candlelight, which has already conquered more than 100 cities around the world, has arrived in Israel and offers a musical experience that manages to connect the deep emotion of the lyrics with the romance of thousands of burning candles.
Dvir Cooper••
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The Sea: A Film by Shay Carmeli-Pollak, Israel's Entry to the Oscars and Winner of 5 Ophir Awards
A beautiful drama that has won numerous awards, including Best Film, Best Screenplay, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Music. A moving and empathetic film. Highly recommended for viewing.
Shosh Lahav••
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Review of the movie "Jay Kelly": A captivating drama, don't miss it!
Netflix presents Noah Baumbach's new film, starring George Clooney, Adam Sandler, Laura Dern, and more. About the human soul, devotion versus selfishness, and the passion for movies.
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Movie Recommendation: "Knives Out 3: Wake Up Dead Man"
Netflix presents a detective thriller, full of twists, laced with humor and interesting to watch. Directed by Rian Johnson, and with an impressive list of actors - Daniel Craig, Josh O'Connor, Glenn Close, and Mila Kunis.
Shosh Lahav••
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'Dido and Aeneas' at the Israeli Opera in a Spectacular Production
Bravo! The Israeli Opera's 40th season opened with a new original production of Dido and Aeneas, by Henry Purcell, directed by Stefano Poda, and conducted by Gerd Amelung. November 16-28.
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Tel Aviv Cinematheque Invites You to the Solidarity Film Festival for Cinema and Human Rights 2025
Ten days of a moving and enlightening cinematic experience, including premiere screenings of dozens of narrative and documentary films, award winners from Israel and around the world, dedicated to struggles for democracy, social justice, equality, freedom of expression, and freedom of the press. December 4 - 13, 2025, Tel Aviv Cinematheque
Shosh Lahav••
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