Opera

Israeli Opera returns to Ofakim with community Hebrew production of The Magic Flute

According to the opera company, the performance marked its first return to Ofakim in more than a decade and formed part of its 40th anniversary season.

The Israeli Opera returned to Ofakim on Monday evening with a community production of The Magic Flute. February 3.
SHIR, the Australian Jewish Music Festival, outside the Sydney Opera House.

Jewish musical group performs song in Hebrew in historic Australia Day concert in Sydney

JOHNNY BOMBINO as Emperor Überall.

Viktor Ullmann’s 'Der Kaiser von Atlantis' as a manifesto against tyranny - review

ISRAELI CONDUCTOR Lahav Shani and members of the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra receive applause from the audience following their performance as guests at the Konzerthaus Berlin, as part of the ongoing Musikfest Berlin, following their disinvitation from the Flanders Festival Ghent, in Berlin, Germa

Israeli Philharmonic Orchestra performs ‘Aida’ opera - review


Jerusalem Highlights: November 15-21

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 Illustrative image of whisky.

Israeli Opera’s vibrant revival of Donizetti’s ‘L’elisir d’amore’ charms Tel Aviv - review

Donizetti’s L’elisir d’amore will be performed daily, except on Tuesday, November 12, with the final show set to take place on Monday, November 18.

 ‘L’ELISIR D’AMORE’ at the Israeli Opera.

Jerusalem highlights: October 25-31

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Jerusalem Cinematheque unveils renovated auditorium

Israeli Opera’s bold 2025 season opener is part opera, part kibbutz

Donizetti’s L’elisir d’amore opens the Israeli Opera's 2025 season with a unique Israeli twist.

 THE ISRAELI Opera begins its 2025 season with ‘L’elisir d’amore by Gaetano Donizetti.’ From Left to Right: Yael Levita (Adina), Anat Czarny (Gianetta), and Oded Reich (Belcore).

Jerusalem highlights: October 4-10

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 'The Day Everything Changed' graphic novel about October 7.

Michael Ajzenstadt, Israel’s ‘Mister Opera,’ dies at 71

Michael Ajzenstadt, artistic administrator of the Israeli Opera for over 30 years and a pivotal figure in Israel's opera scene, passed away on Saturday, leaving a lasting legacy.

 MICHAEL AJZENSTADT

Israeli Opera ‘Theodor’ debuts in New York

The Israeli opera 'Theodor: The Unknown Story of Herzl' debuted in New York, showcasing Herzl’s Zionist vision through a powerful musical performance.

 NOAM HEINZ and Anat Czarny perform last week in New York.

Israeli Opera finds its new CEO in Tali Barash Gottlieb

The opera is in the process of reorganizing its managerial responsibilities in order to successfully cope with new challenges.

 TALI BARASH GOTTLIEB.

A thought-provoking ‘Rigoletto’ - opera review

It is a thought-provoking production, and the costumes, acting, and singing of Verdi’s inspirational music all combine for a memorable experience.

 Production of "Verdi Rigoletto"

'Genius': Verdi’s ‘Rigoletto’ to conclude Israeli Opera Season

For Lahyani, one of the near-miraculous aspects of opera is how the emotions the singers release on stage enter the heart of the audience instantly, in a never-to-be-repeated moment.

 HILA FAHIMA: Rigoletto thinks that if he puts on a mask, he is safe.