Tag: Shira Haas

Despite the prevalent discussions around antisemitism, the world of entertainment provides some respite for Jewish audiences with a variety of upcoming events.
In 1978, Barbra Streisand sang Hatikvah to former Prime Minister Golda Meir during an Independence Day event, with the two women sharing a video conversation before Meir's passing later that year.
"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 Smith, as she faces self-doubt and personal struggles leading up to the opening night of her play.
Actresses Shira Haas and Sarah Paulson are set to star in a movie titled "Ethel" about Jewish conductor Ethel Stark, who led the first all-female orchestra in Montreal.
In the aftermath of the recent conflict with Hamas, Israel has been employing a social media strategy to garner support.
Marvel Studios has announced that Shira Haas will play the Israeli superhero, Sabra, in the upcoming film Captain America: New World Order.
In this episode of Unorthodox, Israeli actress Shira Haas, known for her roles in "Unorthodox" and "Shtisel," discusses learning English through TV watching, responding to criticism of "Unorthodox's" portrayal of Orthodox Judaism, and her upcoming role as Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir.
The Israeli acting industry is small, so it feels like there are only a handful of actors who appear in many Israeli shows.
The Israeli high court decision recognizing reform and conservative conversions prompts discussion on Jewish identity.