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THE BEAUTY QUEEN OF JERUSALEM Series to Stream on Netflix

Adapted from the novel by Sarit Yishai-Levi, the series is produced by yes TV and Artza Productions, and stars Michael Aloni (Shtisel), Hila Saada (Beauty and the Baker), Itzik Cohen (Fauda), Yuval Scharf (McMafia), Mali Levi (The Angel) and introduces newcomer Swell Ariel Or who plays Luna Ermosa, the titled Beauty Queen of Jerusalem.
LIFE IS A CABARET Comes to the Cameri This Weekend

The Cameri Theatre celebrates 75 years of theatre in a unique musical evening – a festive celebration of all the great musicals staged in the theater in the past 75 years, from Israeli classics to internationally-renowned musicals. A celebration of all the great moments from the beloved musicals, with dance, songs and lots of music!
LIFE IS A CABARET Begins at Cameri This Week

The Cameri Theatre celebrates 75 years of theatre in a unique musical evening – a festive celebration of all the great musicals staged in the theater in the past 75 years, from Israeli classics to internationally-renowned musicals. A celebration of all the great moments from the beloved musicals, with dance, songs and lots of music!
LIFE IS A CABARET Begins at the Cameri Theatre

The Cameri Theatre celebrates 75 years of theatre in a unique musical evening – a festive celebration of all the great musicals staged in the theater in the past 75 years, from Israeli classics to internationally-renowned musicals.
VIDEO: Watch the Teaser for the Film Adaptation of OSLO, Starring Andrew Scott & Ruth Wilson

Adapted from the Tony Award-winning play of the same name, the film is based on a true story of negotiations between implacable enemies - the secret back-channel talks, unlikely friendships and quiet heroics of a small but committed group of Israelis, Palestinians and one Norwegian couple that led to the 1993 Oslo Peace Accords.
OSLO Film, Led By Ruth Wilson & Andrew Scott, Will Premiere in May on HBO Max

A film adaptation of J.T. Rogers' Tony Award-winning play Oslo is on the way, starring Ruth Wilson and Andrew Scott. It was announced today that the film will premiere on HBO Max this May. An exact release date has not yet been revealed.
Yes Studios and Artza Productions Unveil First Look at THE BEAUTY QUEEN OF JERUSALEM

Filming took place during the pandemic with production closely following Covid-19 protocols. The series was shot throughout the country including historical locations in Jerusalem, Safed, and other cities. 
Ruth Wilson & Andrew Scott Will Lead Film Adaptation of OSLO

Adapted from the Tony Award-winning play of the same name, the film is based on a true story of negotiations between implacable enemies — the secret back-channel talks, unlikely friendships and quiet heroics of a small but committed group of Israelis, Palestinians and one Norwegian couple that led to the 1993 Oslo Peace Accords.
Yes Studios Greenlights Historical Family Saga THE BEAUTY QUEEN OF JERUSALEM

Yes Studios, the Tel Aviv-based powerhouse producer and distributor behind global hit series including Fauda, Your Honor, Shtisel, 68 WHISKEY and On The Spectrum, is announcing today the launch of its most ambitious series to date titled THE BEAUTY QUEEN OF JERUSALEM.
Reactions to the 2017 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards in Israel

The winners of the 2017 BroadwayWorld Israel Regional Awards were announced this weelend, including big wins for the Israeli production of the musical Hairspray and for Beit Lessin Theatre and Habima Theatre. It didn't take long for the reactions from both winners and other nominees to arrive.
Winners Announced For The 2017 BroadwayWorld Israel Awards; Hairspray Wins Best Musical!

The votes have been counted... Check out the fill list of winners for the 2017 BWW Regional Awards!
Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Israel Awards; Just One Week Left!

The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Israel Awards; Just Two Weeks Left!

The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Israel Awards; HAIRSPRAY Leads Best Musical!

The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Israel Awards; HAIRSPRAY Leads Best Musical!

The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Israel Awards; Habima's 1984 Leads Best Play!

The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Israel Awards; HAIRSPRAY Leads as Best Musical!

The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
HAIRSPRAY To Open In Tel Aviv Tonight!

HAIRSPRAY will open tonight at the Israeli Opera in Tel Aviv! It will close on October 8, and is scheduled to continue its tour around the country. HAIRSPRAY premiered on Broadway in 2002 and ran until 2009. The show received twelve Tony Award nominations, and won eight, including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical, and Best Original Score.
HAIRSPRAY to Make Israeli Debut in August

If you can't stop the beat then simply join it! The musical 'Hairspray', winner of 8 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will have an Israel debut, premiering August 4 at Kiryat Motzkin Theatre Hall.
Photo Coverage: Inside the Israeli Production of HAIRSPRAY Presentation

In anticipation of its upcoming August opening night, this week the Israeli production of Hairspray gave a sneak peek at what they have in store for us this summer.

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