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Israeli Artists Respond to the Oct. 7 Attacks
26 Apr 2024
Benzi Brofman, an Israeli artist, has been painting portraits of Israelis who lost their lives to attacks by Hamas on Oct. 7, including soldiers, festival at...
26 Apr 2024
Jewish Insider
Druze artist’s splash of color reaches from northern Israel to Hostage Square
26 Apr 2024
Sam Halaby, a talented Druze artist from Israel, defied traditional expectations in his community to pursue his passion for art, supported by his mother who ...
26 Apr 2024
Forward
That Passover song about the goat captivated a famous artist who wasn’t Jewish
23 Apr 2024
Artist Frank Stella, known for his Jewish-themed works despite being raised Catholic, has recently showcased his series inspired by the Passover song "Had Ga...
23 Apr 2024
Moment
Still Life Photo Exhibit Destroyed by Hamas Is Restored—Mostly
22 Apr 2024
Israeli photographer Osnat Ben Dov's still-life photo exhibit, "Shadow of a Passing Bird," featured images of everyday objects destroyed by Hamas in October....
22 Apr 2024
Jewish Chronicle
The Curse of Pietro Houdini, review: Riveting wartime art-heist tale plus philosophy
19 Apr 2024
"The Curse of Pietro Houdini" by Derek B. Miller is a riveting wartime art-heist tale set during World War II and the battle of Montecassino. The story follo...
19 Apr 2024
Jewish Chronicle
JC Stays: Hotel Sans Souci, Vienna
18 Apr 2024
In Vienna, the Hotel Sans Souci offers a unique experience with its world-class collection of Roy Lichtenstein's art, setting it apart from other five-star h...
18 Apr 2024
Jewish Chronicle
It’s a kind of magic – Orlando beyond the theme parks
17 Apr 2024
Little Big Mountain, a fourth-generation Native American from the Jororo tribe, shares his culture and history near Lake Tohopekaliga, outside of Orlando. Th...
17 Apr 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Why is this book different from all others? Inside the most opulent haggadah ever seen
17 Apr 2024
Tech entrepreneur Martin Moshal has commissioned an opulent haggadah for his Seder in Sydney, featuring intricate designs with various metals and precious me...
17 Apr 2024
JTA
Israel’s representative at Venice Biennale shuts down art exhibit, demanding ceasefire and hostage deal
16 Apr 2024
Artist Ruth Patir, representing Israel at the Venice Biennale, has closed down the Israeli pavilion until a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages are...
16 Apr 2024
Hadassah
One Book, One Hadassah Discussion Guide: ‘Dwell Time’
16 Apr 2024
"Dwell Time: A Memoir of Art, Exile, and Repair" by Rosa Lowinger delves into the author's personal history as a Cuban-born art conservator, intertwining the...
16 Apr 2024
Forward
What Houdini, Coney Island and space aliens have to do with the book of Exodus
16 Apr 2024
In "Brighton Beach Bible," artist Joel Silverstein reimagines the Exodus story within the backdrop of Coney Island and Brighton Beach, drawing parallels betw...
16 Apr 2024
Moment
Book Review | An Ancient Book Illuminates Our Troubled Times
15 Apr 2024
Debra Band's illustrated volume "Qohelet: Searching for a Life Worth Living" with commentary by Menachem Fisch delves into the existential ponderings of the ...
15 Apr 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Nice singing, shame about almost everything else
15 Apr 2024
A review of the Royal Opera House's new production of Carmen highlights the excellent singing by Aigul Akhmetshina as Carmen, with praise for her voice and s...
15 Apr 2024
Tablet
Going for the Gold
15 Apr 2024
Mara Bernstein, a vintage jewelry enthusiast, transitioned from publishing to launching Pennyweight Prizefighter, a vintage jewelry business specializing in ...
15 Apr 2024
Moment
Visual Moment | Depicting Devastation
11 Apr 2024
Israeli artist Zoya Cherkassky's exhibition, The 7 October 2023 Series at the Jewish Museum in New York, presents dark and intense drawings reflecting the tr...
11 Apr 2024
Not That Kind of Rabbi
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Alan Zweig looks back on decades of filmmaking—and ahead to his pessimistic new podcast
10 Apr 2024
Alan Zweig and Ralph Benmergui reflect on their long-standing friendship and creative collaborations, exploring their youthful journeys in India that took th...
10 Apr 2024
Tablet
Adir’s Diamonds
9 Apr 2024
Alon Mesika's 23-year-old son, Adir, was tragically murdered at a festival where he died trying to protect his girlfriend. Following this devastating loss, A...
9 Apr 2024
JTA
7 Anti-Zionist Jewish artists pull out of California Jewish museum’s exhibit to protest Israel
8 Apr 2024
Seven Jewish anti-Zionist artists have withdrawn their works from the California Jewish Open exhibit at the Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco in pr...
8 Apr 2024
Forward
Beyoncé’s ode to Levi’s Jeans is giving the brand a moment
8 Apr 2024
Beyoncé's new album "Cowboy Carter" features a track titled "Leviis Jeans," paying homage to the iconic American brand founded by Jewish immigrant Levi Strau...
8 Apr 2024
Forward
In more than 200 paintings, a tribute to the spirit of the Israeli hostages
5 Apr 2024
In a tribute to the Israeli hostages of October 7, a group of Philadelphia women artists, led by Sivia Katz Braunstein, have created over 200 colorful painti...
5 Apr 2024
Jewish Chronicle
My father risked his life making fun of Hitler
4 Apr 2024
Curt Bloch, a German Jewish artist and poet, resisted the Nazis during World War II by creating a satirical magazine called The Underwater Cabaret while in h...
4 Apr 2024
Forward
'It's my family play.' David Adjmi on Fleetwood Mac, Led Zeppelin and moving 'Stereophonic' to Broadway
2 Apr 2024
David Adjmi discusses his play "Stereophonic," inspired by 1970s bands like Fleetwood Mac and Led Zeppelin, now moving to Broadway. The play, set in a record...
2 Apr 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Save the date – the top things to do in the UK in 2024
2 Apr 2024
In 2024, the UK offers various exciting cultural and historical experiences to explore. The National Gallery celebrates its 200th anniversary with exhibition...
2 Apr 2024
Forward
The Jewish artist bringing abortion history to America’s museums
28 Mar 2024
Carmen Winant, a Jewish artist and photographer, has created an installation at the Whitney Biennial titled "The Last Safe Abortion," consisting of 2,500 pho...
28 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Dance review: Carmen: ‘I was perplexed’
28 Mar 2024
Johan Inger's reinterpretation of Carmen through dance at Sadlers Wells by the English National Ballet focuses more on Don Jose than Carmen, portraying his d...
28 Mar 2024
Tablet
For Ladies and Girls Only
28 Mar 2024
The text discusses the author's experience visiting Judy Chicago's retrospective exhibition, "Herstory," at the New Museum in New York City, reflecting on Ch...
28 Mar 2024
Forward
How Richard Serra found infinity within the void
27 Mar 2024
Renowned artist Richard Serra, known for his monumental sculptures, passed away at 85. His works, like the massive steel coil "Joe," create a sense of weight...
27 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Opening Night review: Lights, camera, action…and stagefright
27 Mar 2024
"Opening Night" is a daring musical adaptation of John Cassavetes' 1977 film that explores the anxieties of a stage star, Myrtle Gordon, played by Sheridan S...
27 Mar 2024
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Influenced by comic books, Salvador Dali and Mark Rothko, a Russian-born Jewish artist embraces his contradictions
26 Mar 2024
Yury Kharchenko, a Russian-born Jewish artist based in Berlin, explores his complex identity as a contemporary Jew through his paintings that combine pop cul...
26 Mar 2024
Hadassah
One Book, One Hadassah: Live With Rosa Lowinger, ‘Dwell Time’
22 Mar 2024
Join Hadassah for a live interview with Rosa Lowinger, a writer and art conservator, discussing her memoir "Dwell Time: A Memoir of Art, Exile, and Repair" o...
22 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle
14 of the best spring knits to serve up style in fickle weather
22 Mar 2024
The article highlights 14 trendy spring knits suitable for varying budgets and styles, serving as both a fashion statement and practical clothing for fickle ...
22 Mar 2024
JTA
The mystery of Kate Middleton’s disappearance casts a spotlight on Jewish Sassoon family’s Chinese history
21 Mar 2024
The disappearance of Kate Middleton has sparked online theories linking her to Prince William's alleged affair with Rose Hanbury, whose husband David Cholmon...
21 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Celebrating the work of pioneering ‘powerhouse’ choreographer Bella Lewitzky
21 Mar 2024
The Yorke Dance Project is celebrating its 25th anniversary by honoring the pioneering choreographer Bella Lewitzky alongside Isadora Duncan and Martha Graha...
21 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Esther without borders: Artists around the world reimagine the Purim story
20 Mar 2024
"Esther Without Borders" is a project where artists worldwide reimagine the Purim story as if it happened in their own communities, using diverse materials a...
20 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle
Thanks to Saltburn I’ve reignited my obsession with mid-2000s beauty
20 Mar 2024
The text discusses a nostalgic rekindling of mid-2000s beauty trends inspired by the film "Saltburn," particularly focusing on the makeup styles of that era....
20 Mar 2024
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Shimon Blinker // Chutzpah Watches
20 Mar 2024
Shimon Blinker is a watch reseller who makes millions selling high-end watches like Rolex and Cartier, yet he's known for his unconventional approach. While ...
20 Mar 2024
Jewish Insider
Israeli and Jewish artists face threats, boycotts at U.S. shows
20 Mar 2024
Israeli and Jewish artists performing in the U.S. are facing threats and boycotts due to their connection to Israel or vocal support for the country. Instanc...
20 Mar 2024
Forward
This Jewish artist got her start before WWI. A century later, she's still in the avant garde
19 Mar 2024
The article discusses the extensive exhibition at Manhattan's Bard Graduate Center showcasing the work of Jewish avant-garde artist Sonia Delaunay, highlight...
19 Mar 2024
Forward
How one wedding dress came to symbolize the strength of more than 2,000 Jewish women
19 Mar 2024
Artist Andi Arnovitz's creation "What We Bring" is a symbolic tribute to the strength of over 2,000 impactful Jewish women. Displayed at the 6th Jerusalem Bi...
19 Mar 2024
JTA
A rabbi uses a traditional Indian dance form to retell the Passover story from Pharaoh’s perspective
15 Mar 2024
Rabbi Misha Shulman has created a unique play, "Pharaoh," that retells the biblical Exodus story from Pharaoh's perspective using the traditional Indian danc...
15 Mar 2024
Forward
Writers reject festival invite from PEN America over Gaza war response
14 Mar 2024
Several writers and activists, including Naomi Klein and Michelle Alexander, declined to participate in PEN America's World Voices Festival due to what they ...
14 Mar 2024
Rivkush
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How Sarah Kolker uses art to inspire her communities—Jewish, Black and beyond
14 Mar 2024
Sarah Kolker revitalized a neglected park in her Philadelphia neighborhood through community mobilization and art, transforming it into a vibrant space for g...
14 Mar 2024
Jewish Chronicle
The shapes of things to come
13 Mar 2024
The fashion industry is evolving to cater to environmentally conscious consumers while maintaining style. The trend for S/S24 highlights voluminous clothing,...
13 Mar 2024
Ami
SMB Sales & Marketing Summit // A Panel Discussion about the challenges of growing a business
13 Mar 2024
The text discusses a panel discussion at the SMB Sales and Marketing Summit featuring three entrepreneurs: Laibel Schwartz, who transitioned from photography...
13 Mar 2024
JTA
For every looted Schiele, there are countless looted Jewish artifacts. They need to be returned to their rightful owners, too.
12 Mar 2024
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 com...
12 Mar 2024
Forward
Sympathy for the Pharaoh? A Jewish-Indian play asks us to find a soft spot for an old enemy
12 Mar 2024
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 s...
12 Mar 2024
JTA
A Cooper Union art student’s paintings recall her Israeli family’s roots in a community shattered on Oct. 7
11 Mar 2024
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 o...
11 Mar 2024
My Jewish Mommy Life
BIG BOY BEDROOM MAKEOVER!!!!
9 Mar 2024
A video showcasing a big boy bedroom makeover, including bunk beds, a spinning chair, bedding, and decor items.
9 Mar 2024
Future of Jewish
Jewish artists won’t be silenced.
9 Mar 2024
The Future of Jewish newsletter features a guest essay by artist Anna Abramzon discussing the silencing of Jewish artists amid anti-Israel sentiments. Exampl...
9 Mar 2024
Forward
21 countries agree to updated guidelines on Nazi-looted art as researchers say much work remains
8 Mar 2024
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. ...
8 Mar 2024