The article discusses the need to return looted Jewish artifacts to their rightful owners, focusing on a specific case of a book from the Romanian Jewish community that surfaced in a New York auction.

Misha Shulman's play "Pharaoh" delves into the character of the villain from the Exodus story, aiming to humanize him and explore his relationship with his son, challenging traditional narratives.

Andy Nulman, co-founder of the Just for Laughs comedy festival, reflects on the recent cancellation of the festival's events in Montreal and its filing for bankruptcy protection.

Darya Arad, a Cooper Union art student, created a series of paintings based on her Israeli family's connection to Kibbutz Nahal Oz following a Hamas attack on southern Israel in October 2023.

A video showcasing a big boy bedroom makeover, including bunk beds, a spinning chair, bedding, and decor items.

The Future of Jewish newsletter features a guest essay by artist Anna Abramzon discussing the silencing of Jewish artists amid anti-Israel sentiments.

More than 20 countries have agreed to updated guidelines on Nazi-looted art, which aim to strengthen the 1998 Washington Principles on Nazi-Confiscated Art.

Jewish actor Daveed Diggs, known for his roles in "Hamilton" and "Blindspotting," recently welcomed his first child with wife Emmy Raver-Lampman.

Set in 1948, Lucy Kirkwood's play "The Human Body" combines romanticism with the establishment of the National Health Service (NHS), featuring Keeley Hawes as Iris Elcock, a GP and Labour MP.

The Royal Ballet's production of "Swan Lake" at the Royal Opera House shines with stunning designs, beautiful dancing by Marianela Nunez and Vadim Muntagirov, and standout performances by supporting dancers like Luca Acri and Valentino Zucchetti.

The Metropolitan Opera's recent adaptation of Giuseppe Verdi's "The Force of Destiny" by Mariusz Trelnsky was criticized for its misguided portrayal, focusing on Freudian themes rather than the opera's historical and dramatic context.

Artist aleXsandro Palombo created a controversial mural in Milan depicting characters from The Simpsons as Holocaust victims, with one panel showing them wearing yellow stars and another portraying them at Auschwitz.

A group of artists protesting the war in Gaza carried out a covert campaign in New York City's subway system, replacing ads with posters depicting the conflict's devastation and featuring poignant messages, including a quote from a protester who self-immolated outside the Israeli embassy.

Iris Apfel, a geriatric starlet and style icon, gained fame in 2005 with a Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art exhibition showcasing her eclectic outfits and accessories, turning her from an interior designer into an international sensation at 84.

Arthur Szyk, a renowned Polish-American Jewish artist, gained fame for his dynamic illustrations of the Exodus story in his 1940 Haggadah and his fierce political cartoons fighting Fascism and antisemitism during the 1930s and 1940s.

Jewish fashion icon Iris Apfel, who passed away at 102, left a vibrant legacy encouraging confidence and self-expression through colorful and unique style.

Jacob Rothschild was a unique figure known for embodying a spirit of universalism, generosity, and intellectual curiosity while deftly navigating his roles as an heir to the Rothschild family, a philanthropist, and a leader within the British Jewish community.

Lee Krasner, a talented artist in her own right, often overshadowed by her husband, Jackson Pollock, is being reevaluated in the art world.

Fashion in Spring 2024 is all about color drenching, where outfits are styled from neckline to hemline in a single vibrant hue for a bold statement.

Thomas Ostermeier's adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's "An Enemy of the People" at the Duke of Yorks Theatre features Matt Smith as Doctor Thomas Stockman, whose discovery of pollution in the town's spa leads to conflict with his brother Peter, the mayor, who prioritizes economic interests over public health.

A masterpiece painting by Gustav Bauernfeind, depicting the Western Wall, was discovered in a synagogue cupboard in the US after being stored for 15 years and was subsequently auctioned by Sotheby's in New York.

Christie's New York is hosting an exhibition of 70 works of Israeli art, showcasing a century of culture and creativity in Israel, never before seen outside the country.

The New Museum in New York is currently displaying Judy Chicago's Rainbow Shabbat, a famous artwork that symbolizes interfaith solidarity.

As part of the Royal Ballet's Festival of New Choreography at the Royal Opera House, four young choreographers presented innovative works challenging the traditional ballet repertoire.

Peter Friedman, known for his roles in shows like "Succession" and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," is currently starring in the play "Job" at the Connelly Theater.