While Jerusalem prides itself on being the city for color, culture and a unique boiling pot of energies, the moment the annual Jerusalem Arts Festival kicks in every year, the creativity is turned all the way up to 11. Reeling in artists from across the world, the festival plays host to art galleries, dance troupes, performances and spectacles that will make it look like the restless creative attitude of Tel Aviv has been picked up and plonked straight into the heart of this grand biblical city.
Over the course of one week, Jerusalem’s major concert halls and theaters are filled with throngs of eager attendees – both Jerusalemites and visitors – as 50 plays, dance shows, and routines take place over the course of a week. Some shows are free, while others are sold at pretty affordable prices. Either way, whichever shows you choose to see will leave you with an impression of Jerusalem that you wouldn’t be able to attain at any other time throughout the year.
Don't miss this diverse 17th offering of the multidisciplinary festival. From an inspirational opening performance that emphasizes the importance of language through spoken word, to a revolutionary closing show by the Revolution Orchestra inside an actual underground quarry, plus a special performance series for children, this year's lineup is destined to bring down the house...or cave?
March 5-12. Events take place at the Jerusalem Theater, Zedekiah's Cave, Yellow Submarine, and many more locations in Jerusalem. Check out their website for more information.