Shakespeare
Jerusalem highlights: August 7-13
What's new to do in Israel's capital?
The uniqueness of hatred toward the Jews: From expulsion from England to today - opinion
Exit, pursued by a… cat? Feline friend steals show at production of Romeo and Juliet in Turkey
British professor uncovers location of Shakespeare’s London home using previously unknown documents
Shakespeare’s lost manuscript
David Herman packs a great deal into the small book, and The Lost Manuscript will certainly be enjoyed by an adolescent readership – and by many adults as well.
Nazi and Jewish version of Romeo & Juliet being produced by UK theatre
Set in 1930s Germany, the Icarus version of Romeo & Juliet will reimagine Romeo as a Hitler Youth member and Juliet as a Jewish girl.
Are there Jewish roots to Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet'?
There is no suggestion in the play that antisemitism played any part in the antagonism between the Capulets and the Montagues. But it is well known that there were many Jews in Verona.
Netanyahu: My Zionism for a horse
Benjamin Netanyahu’s latest political deal sees him taking up the role of Richard III.
Free Shakespeare performance returns to Jerusalem
The play will star 10 actors both native Israelis and English speakers from the general area of Jerusalem and farther.
Jerusalem highlights July 29-August 4
What's new to do in Israel's capital?
Israel: To be or not to be a democracy - opinion
These Hamlets of Zion have already reached the rubicon. Whether Israel lives or dies as a democracy will depend on whether they cross it for real and can bring enough voters with them.
The power of words has left a lasting impact on Jewish imagery - opinion
The Jewish character Shylock in Shakespeare's 'The Merchant of Venice' is an antisemitic caricature.
NYC school cancels Shakespeare play after antisemitic parental concerns
An NYC middle school has canceled their production of Shakespeare's "The Merchant in Venice" following parental concerns about the antisemitic themes in the play.
Veteran theater director David Levin dies
A poet and internationally acclaimed director, Levin was the older brother of celebrated playwright Hanoch Levin and was sought after in Europe.