culture

Akiva provides memorable performance at Jerusalem concert

Akiva has developed a solid following since releasing his first album in 2017.

 AVNER SHER stands next to his obelisk display

From bondage to freedom: Israeli artist creates obelisk installation in Dubai

The installation has been on display since November as part of an international sculpture exhibition.

By NERIA BARR
10/03/2025
  Israelis take part in the Jewish holiday of Purim parade (Adloyada), in Jerusalem, March 25, 2024

Purim parades: Israeli cities gear up to celebrate holiday tradition

The tradition shows no signs of letting up as municipalities up and down the country gear up for some outdoor urban frolics. 

10/03/2025

A celebration of colors and magic: Why visiting Bulgaria in March?

Red-and-white decorations, ancient rituals, and unique traditions: The surprising reason that makes Bulgaria a perfect spring destination—plus, where to celebrate Baba Marta in Israel.

By MAARIV TOURISM
08/03/2025

12th-century 'Buddha Sheltered by Serpent King' returns to Nepal

The Art Institute of Chicago announced on Monday that it is returning sculpture after new research found that the object had been stolen.

'Tuesdays with Morrie' on stage in moving Jerusalem production

Under the direction of Yael Valier, Yehoshua Looks and Simon Stout do a superb job of bringing to the stage the adaptation of Mitch Albom’s bestselling memoir.

Tel Aviv’s energy back as runners get on their marks for marathon’s return

Resilience and unity are integral themes in this year’s marathon as thousands of runners from all corners of the country and world return to run the span of the city.

 THE KAMEA Dance Company in ‘Omniforge.’

‘Omniforge’: An exercise in real art

With his new dance “Omniforge,” Jacopo Godani devised an exercise to return both the dancers and the audience to what he considers “real art.”

By ORI J. LENKINSKI
26/02/2025

Ancient Greek vase depicting Athena fighting a giant returns to Greece

An ancient Attic black-figure lekythos was repatriated to Greece in a ceremony at the Greek Embassy in Washington, D.C., attended by Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni.

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