Performance

Paul Ben-Haim’s war symphonies get just deserts

Performed at Carnegie Hall in the aftermath of the October 7 massacre, Ben-Haim’s two symphonies are foundational works within the Israeli art music tradition.

CONDUCTOR LAHAV SHANI with the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra.
Musician Lazer Lloyd speaks on trading career in US for life and blues in Israel.

Musician Lazer Lloyd speaks on trading career in US for life and blues in Israel

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Bad Bunny performs during the Half Time show in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium.

Bad Bunny celebrates Puerto Rico at Super Bowl halftime with Gaga cameo

Zion Movie Theater

Jerusalem Highlights: December 26 – January 1


Meet Valerie Hamaty, the Arab Christian leading the race to represent Israel at Eurovision

Valerie, a ninth-generation native of Jaffa and polyglot who speaks five languages, began her education at a French Christian school in Jaffa before transferring to a public school in Tel Aviv.

 Israeli singer Valerie Hamaty performs at the 2022 ACUM Awards ceremony for Hebrew Song near Tel Aviv, Sept. 7, 2022.

Top 10 reasons to leave the house: January 3-11

Fun events to take part in throughout Israel in the coming week.

 THE SITKOVETSKY Trio.

G-Nome Project, Shlepping Nachas, Nuriel to perform at Lightfest 2024 in Jerusalem

The show closes the forthcoming Lightfest 2024 festival, which comes with the exegetical titular addendum of “A Hanukkah Celebration of Music and Unity at Zappa Jerusalem.”

 The G-Nome Project.

Jerusalem Baroque Orchestra to perform new concert on last day of 2024

As the final notes of 2024 echo through the Jerusalem International YMCA, Kedusha will stand as a tribute to the enduring power of music to transcend time and bring cultures together.

 SOPRANO NAOMI Burla Levy.

Young Jewish, Arab musicians in Jerusalem to perform at Liturgical Festival

The sixth annual Liturgical Festival offers some encouragement for our flagging spirits.

 The Next Generation concert features young Arab and Jewish musicians from the Music and Society Seminar Orchestra.

Jerusalem Highlights: December 13 – December 19

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

 The Wizard of Oz (1939).

Singer Avraham Tal performs in honor of ZAKA at Jpost Gala

“You are so brave for the things that you do”.

 Avraham Tal invites ZAKA CEO Dubi Weissenstern and volunteer Simcha Greinman, Deputy Commander of ZAKA for the city of Modi’in to the stage at the Jpost Gala in Miami

'David the Servant King': A biblical musical on King David for women - review

As the war continues, the message and hope conveyed by this concert, planned for the Shalva National Center in Jerusalem on December 19, becomes more relevant and necessary.

 A scene from 'David the Servant King.'

Jerusalem Highlights: November 22-28

Editor’s note: Due to the ongoing security situation, events listed below may be postponed or canceled. Check before booking, and stay safe.

WILLIAM KARON spent time on the European art scene, and his paintings show a deep faith.

A journey of love and music from Korea to Israel

In 2012, Cho and her family decided to move to Israel. This move was not just a leap of faith but an embrace of a long-held dream.

 KOREAN PIANIST Sheva Cho.