A dream of recovery, amid reality of war: Israel Festival goes to the periphery

A dream of recovery, amid reality of war: Israel Festival goes to the periphery


This year’s edition of the venerable Israel Festival, to be held July 1-24, is heading to the far reaches of the country to emphasize its theme: A dream of recovery amid the reality of war. Events, presentations, and shows for the 64th festival will take place in Jerusalem, as well as in the Upper Galilee, the northern Golan Heights, and the Western Negev, with venues in Kiryat Shmona, Tel Hai, Kfar Blum, Majdal Shams, Ofakim, Kibbutz Urim, and Kibbutz Tze’elim. “Against the backdrop of the physical and social rehabilitation challenges of Israeli society, political polarization, and international isolation, we operate out of a deep belief in artistic creation as a unique tool for strengthening the fabric of shared life in Israel.

Author: BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF


Published at: 2025-06-03 21:35:09

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