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A Greek show starring singer Aris and the bouzouki, accompanied by musicians. An Israeli-Greek taverna atmosphere featuring familiar and beloved songs translated from Greek to Hebrew: “Pnei Malach,” “Sigal Sigal,” “Elinor,” Sirtaki music, Greek medleys, and more. Singer Aris, who was Zohar Argov’s bouzouki player and is considered one of the best bouzouki players in Israel, plays and sings in an unforgettable Israeli-Greek Mediterranean celebration.

Orna Porat Theater A musical featuring the songs of Shlomi Shabat Omer loves to sing more than anything. At his family’s falafel stand, “Beni and Sons,” he sings, tosses falafel balls, and warms the hearts of customers, but deep down, he dreams of performing on a truly big stage. When he hears about auditions for the “City Youth” band, he feels this is the opportunity he’s been waiting for and that his dream is closer than ever. But reality is one thing, and dreams are another. The fear of losing this opportunity and his intense desire to succeed lead him to hide a significant detail about his identity, and he spirals into a series of poor decisions that complicate his life and hurt the people he loves most. The play explores the conflict between fulfilling a personal dream and fulfilling family responsibilities, and asks: What is true success? Through music, mistakes, and love, Omer learns that true talent begins with honesty and that together, any obstacle can be overcome. A heartwarming and inspiring musical featuring the beloved songs of ACUM Award-winning singer-songwriter Shlomi Shabat—“Let Me Grow Up in Peace,” “And I Sing,” “Because of the Wind,” “Dad,” “Everyone Has,” and other hits—songs that have been with us for years, moving, comforting, and joyful, transcending ages, sectors, and identities, and uniting us all in a single, stirring Israeli musical experience. Show duration: About an hour and a quarter Playwright: Liat Fishman Lani, Shlomit Arnon Director: Ido Kolton   Cast: Or Moshe, Liz Rabian, Elinor Weil, Elad Shenkar, Ofer Greenberg, Shaked Kanovitz, and Yonata

Beit Lessin Theater A new comedy about loss of identity by Daniel Lapin | Directed by Tamar Kinan After his mother passes away at a ripe old age, Or Auslander, a literature teacher, discovers almost by accident that she was not Jewish. What is initially interpreted as a bureaucratic error quickly becomes a fact that shakes the very foundations of his family and his life. Is there a hidden secret in his mother’s past, or is this all just a mistake? Or embarks on a wild journey that begins with a visit to a rabbinical official and culminates in a séance with his mother’s spirit, all in an effort to discover his true identity. A new, wild comedy penned by Daniel Lapin (“Four Mothers,” “Between the Sacred and Holon,” “That’s It”), about the most unexpected identity crisis in the life of someone who has never doubted his identity. Show duration: 1.5 hours Starring: Avi Kushnir, Efrat Arnon, Tom Zeidner, Rada Kentrovich, Lana Sabra, Yaeli Rosenblit

Eli Yatzpan — A New Show Eli Yatzpan, the man who makes an entire country laugh, returns to the stage with a new comedy show. “Ladies and gentlemen! I’m launching a new show, and I’ll tell you where I’m from, where I’m going, and why I’m on tranquilizers.” Eli Yatzpan in a funny, witty, and uninhibited show—just as only Yatzpan knows how to do. Written by: Rami Vered, Avi Blakin; Artistic Director: Udi Gotchlak; Musical Direction and Performance: Ilan Shas; The show runs for about an hour and a quarter. Photo: Yossi Tzabkar

The Cameri Theater A Surprising Drama by Jen Silverman | Translation: Gur Koren | Directed by: Shirili Deshe Sharon is a divorced retiree in her sixties who lives in a small town in the U.S. She loves to cook, and for her, the ultimate night out is a book club meeting. When Sharon is looking for a roommate, Robin shows up—a wild New Yorker who is lesbian and vegan, and who has a skeleton or two in her closet. Surprisingly, Sharon isn’t put off by her new roommate’s turbulent presence and even gets drawn into her world. What begins as an innocent roommate arrangement turns into a dangerous adventure neither of them expected. A funny, witty, and heartwarming duet that captivated Broadway audiences. Starring: Miki Kam, Odaya Koren Running time: 1.5 hours

Habima Theater A Heavenly Comedy by Anat Gov | Directed by Matan Dray Badash Ella, a 42-year-old psychologist and single mother to a child on the autism spectrum, receives an urgent phone call from “A,” a mysterious patient desperate for an immediate appointment. When he arrives, it turns out that the patient is none other than God, the Creator Himself, suffering from deep depression. He is disillusioned by his complex relationship with humanity and seeks to put an end to humankind—leaving Ella just one hour to change his mind and save the world. This clever and moving comedy by Anat Gov, one of Israel’s greatest playwrights, offers a humane and compassionate look at the challenging realities that life presents, and at the decrees of fate that God—oh God—rains down upon us. Running time: 80 minutes (no intermission) Starring: Yael Levental/Riki Blich, Norman Issa, Yoav Rosenberg

Orna Porat Theater Danny is a boy who loves to imagine, play, and invent, but he has a hard time finding his place among the neighborhood kids. In a surprising moment, “Tintin”—a new friend who is magical, mischievous, wild, and full of life—comes to his rescue, filling Danny with confidence, surprising ideas, a sense of fun, laughter, and the courage to be who he really is. Little by little, Danny manages to get closer to the group, especially to Nurit, but a prank that gets out of hand changes everything... A captivating and imaginative musical about the power of imagination, accepting others, the courage to be yourself, and friendship, featuring the wonderful children’s songs by Miriam Yalan-Shteklis that have become the soundtrack of Israeli childhood—*Danny the Hero*, *The Soap Cried a Lot*, *Wind, Wind*, *Zehava the Doll*, *My Friend Tintin*, and more... Show duration: About one hour Playwright: Tom Khodorov, Chen Garti; Direction and Dramaturgy: Amit Afta; Cast: Rafael Abbas, Noy Halperin, Assaf Zalmanovich, Yonatan Wax, Yonatan Shimon

The Cameri Theater Urban Legend | A comedy by Ilan Hatzor | Directed by Mor Frank With local elections on the horizon, the powerful and long-serving mayor, Moshe Schwartzman, is concerned that no candidate dares to run against him. No opponent means no campaign, and no campaign means donors’ wallets stay closed. Besides, people might start calling him a dictator—and he considers democracy his guiding light. So what to do? To create the appearance of a fair election, they must find a token candidate—one “whom only his family will vote for, and even they’ll hesitate before doing so.” When the cleaning lady walks into the office and starts cleaning, it’s clear to everyone that the perfect candidate has been found. The cleaning lady’s name is Ilana. And she’s here to stay! A sharp and moving comedy about a determined woman who can’t stand a speck of dirt. Starring: Itzik Cohen, Irit Kaplan, Elad Atrakchi, Tam Gal, Dudu Niv, Osnat Ben Yehuda, Simcha Bar-Biro, Tal Weiss Running time: 1.5 hours

A dance theater production by the Kibbutz Theater and the Kibbutz Dance Company The story of Little Moses, who embarks on a grand journey from the river, through the palace, and into the desert. A sweeping adventure featuring dance, music, and spectacular visuals on stage. A moving dance theater performance about courage, friendship, and the journey to becoming a leader. Written by: Matan Tzur and Uri Omonati Directed by: Uri Omonati Choreography: Yigor Menshikov Cast/Dancers: Amnon Feld, Anatoly Sheinfeld, Tom Idelson, Maayan Ashkenazi, Yigor Manshikov, Yael Aviram, and Vika Alexandrovsky

A charming new children’s play based on Rinat Hofer’s beloved book. The familiar and touching story comes to life on stage in a rich, colorful, and imaginative theatrical adaptation that combines humor, music, and heartwarming moments. “Grandma sewed Roni an apron, with two pockets in the front and a tie in the back. The apron is already tied around his waist, and the work is in full swing—today they’re making a gift for Mom: jam!” Audiences of all ages are invited to be swept away into a warm and captivating world, where creativity, play, and imagination lead to a particularly sweet adventure. A magical theatrical experience for the whole family—funny, colorful, and moving—that highlights the values of creativity, self-expression, and intergenerational connection. Based on the book by Rinat Hofer Written and directed by: Shiral Hachshuri Ashrov

Habima Theater A moving comedy-drama by Tomer Rosenman | Directed by Ilayl Semel After fifty years of a happy marriage and three children, Izzy and Tiki decide to end their lives together peacefully and calmly, on a predetermined date and time, using the “Clean Exit” kit. The entire house is set up for a shiva, the refreshments are ready, and the farewell letters are arranged on the table. But just before the fateful moment, the couple’s eldest daughter knocks on the door. Thus begins a series of disruptions to the plan, culminating in all the siblings arriving home to try to figure out what has gotten into Mom and Dad. Starring: Tuvia Tzafir, Yona Elian Keshet, Neli Tagar/Riki Blich, Daniel Sabag, Neil Meshan/Assaf Zalmanovich, Roni Shalev Running time: 100 minutes (no intermission)