Another week is coming to an end, so in order for you to start planning your plans for the rest of the week right now, we have prepared for you some recommendations for everything interesting in the world of culture during the week of 05/10-29/09.
Movies
Jean du Barry
The new film by actress-director Maywen ("Polis"), a period drama that opened the last Cannes Film Festival, follows the true character of Jeanne, a young woman from a low-status family who was not afraid to use her personal charm and beauty to climb the social ladder.
After she becomes the mistress of the Comte du Barry, he introduces her to King Louis XV (Johnny Depp, in his comeback film) in an attempt to get closer to the money and power that come with the royal palace. Jeanne soon becomes his favorite mistress, but no one wants a girl from the street in the palace - and a scandal arises.
In cinemas
Creator
This sci-fi thriller, directed by Garth Edwards (Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Godzilla), takes place in a futuristic world where a war is raging between the human race and the forces of artificial intelligence. During the war, a former Special Forces agent is recruited to kill the AI architect, who has developed a mysterious weapon to end the war - and destroy the human race.
Together with his team of elite fighters, he sets out towards enemy lines to discover that the weapons of mass destruction are actually artificial intelligence in the form of a girl. Starring John David Washington ("Black on White," "Tenet"), Oscar winner Allison Janney ("I, Tonya") and Ken Watanabe.
In cinemas
Series
Noli
In this biographical miniseries, created by Russell T. Davis ("The Years," "Sin"), Oscar nominee Helena Bonham Carter ("The King's Speech," "The Crown") plays British actress Noelle Gordon, who starred for nearly two decades in the hit soap opera "Crossroads" as the owner of a roadside hotel until she was unexpectedly fired from the series. Now she has to deal with the feeling of betrayal and uncertainty, which is a great difficulty for many women in the entertainment industry.
Wednesday, yes and HOT
Beckham
This documentary series follows the meteoric rise of David Beckham, a member of a working-class family in Britain who has become one of the world's most beloved footballers over the past 30 years.
The series, directed by Oscar winner Fisher Stevens ("Secret Lagoon," "Tiger King"), features not only never-before-televised archival footage of the former footballer and current cultural hero, but also intimate interviews with his wife Victoria, family, personal friends and teammates he played for throughout his career.
Wednesday, Netflix
Lupin
More than two years after the French series became a major and surprising international success, Omar Sy returns as Assane Diop, the thief-gentleman whose character is influenced by the literary character Arsène Lupin.
In the new season, Diop decides to return to Paris to propose to his wife to leave France with their son to start a new life elsewhere - but given the demons of the past that haunt him, it will not be easy.
Thursday, Netflix
music
Tamar Festival
The 23rd edition of the long-running festival, which will run until October 6, will again combine music and nature and include particularly intriguing collaborations.
The opening night will include a performance by Alon Oleartchik, immediately followed by the "That's it!" group, and Miri Mesika will host Keren Peles in a sunrise show the next morning. Also performing during the festival will be Peer Tessy, Ninet Taib, Barry Sakharov, Yasmin Muallem, Daniella Spektor, Arik Sinai, Noga Erez, Tuna, Banya Barbie, Leah Shabbat, Paul Trunk, Hatikva 6 and more.
Starting Monday, Masada and throughout the Tamar Regional Council
Nono closes tour
After winning ACUM's Discovery of the Year award last year, and having several big hits (including "Living the Dream", "Boys" and "Cute Boy"), this unusual singer will hold a special sunset show, which will conclude the tour that accompanied her successful debut album ("Status"). To celebrate the exciting occasion, she will not be alone - and will host none other than Netta Barzilai.
Tuesday, Mini Israel Amphitheater, Latrun
Abu Ghosh Festival
The various performances at this long-standing music festival, which first took place in 1957, offer a journey rich in exotic sounds and aromas that blur the line between classical and contemporary.
Artists from Italy, Britain, Argentina, Estonia, France, and of course from Israel, will hold a variety of performances, including performances in which ancient lute songs will be performed, the aria "Goldberg Variations" by Johann Sebastian Bach, the opera "Dido and Aeneas" by Henry Purcell, chansons and jazz performances with Deborah Benasoli, and many more.
Tuesday-Thursday, Rabin Center, Tel Aviv
Autumn Sound Festival
Eight concerts will take place outdoors and outdoors as part of the festival, which will be held for the second year and will combine Western classical music, Arabic classical, jazz, vocal music, and more.
Yaron London will open the festival with a reading of "Peter and the Wolf"; Soprano Nur Darwish and oud player Ahmed Darawshi will collaborate in the Paris Beirut concert with works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Fairuz and Nathan Alterman; There will also be a family concert for percussion and strings that will include works by Vivaldi, Bach and more; A performance by the Keshet Eilon Association and the Music Factory Association, at the heart of which is a musical project that combines Arab and Jewish musicians, and more.
Sunday-Tuesday, Notre Dame Church, Abu Ghosh
Music Factory Ensemble, Photo: Shelly Aharon
stage
Acre International Festival of Other Theater
Hundreds of participants will take part in some 20 theatrical performances, 14 of which are original plays, in the 44th edition of the festival, which provides an opportunity for a different and different work, one that connects approaches outside the mainstream.
In addition to the dozens of free outdoor events, there will be unique Shaolin performances by about 25 participants from China, a first play by veteran actress Rivka Goor, the esteemed actor Ala Daka will stage a first play with his participation and with the participation of Hanna Azoulay-Hesperi, the play "World Facilities" with the participation of actors with disabilities and on the autistic spectrum, a tribute evening to the late Jacob Agmon, and more.
Sunday-Wednesday, Rehavi Acre
The play "Mangali passport" // Photo: Ella Barak
Ramla World City Festival
Dozens of events and activities for a variety of ages will be staged at the festival, which will take place for the 7th time, alongside guided tours of the city's historical tourist sites, including a circus show on the water, street performances, colorful parades, dance performances, performances of Ethiopian, Indian and African music, children's performances by artists such as Kogomelo and Yuval HaMabubal, and the climax - performances by many singers, including Noa Kirel, Eden Hasson, Galikaria, Sarit Hadad, Finance songs, and more.
Monday-Wednesday, Ramla Rehavi
Circus on the Water // Photo: Courtesy of Ramla Municipality Spokesperson's Office
Narrative
In 2028, the State of Israel is in the midst of a bloody civil war, which has led to a wave of Israeli refugees leaving for Europe.
Yoav, who fled the inferno to Denmark, tries with all his might to start over and assimilate into the local society, but his past and memories of the war haunt him without giving him rest, and this causes him to try to get his life back on track through an innovative treatment to erase memories operated by a mysterious society. Yair Shapira ("Pillow Man") wrote and directed the play produced by Habima 4, which stars Tal Sadeh, Yotam Rothstein, Naomi Cohen, and more.
Shabbat, Habima Theater, Tel Aviv
The play "Narrative", photo: Eliad Sudai
Village Dance Festival
The Vertigo Dance Company will hold the festival for the 6th time, over three days from morning to evening, as an ongoing event of original dance works premiered from Israel and abroad. During it there will be a premiere performance of Noa Wertheim's "Mana", a mud creative workshop, a performance by singer-songwriter Aviv Bahar, theater plays for children, a movement workshop, a show of illuminated hoops, and more.
Tuesday-Thursday, Vertigo Eco Art Village
Vertigo Dance Company, Photo: Micah Amos
Family
Luna Junk
A challenging amusement park with active installations and play facilities made from Hiriya's "produced" waste, alongside reused creative workshops where participants will prepare parts of the huge facility or game.
In addition, there will be a tour to a factory that turns waste into energy, an electronic waste complex where you can learn experientially about the treatment of such waste, a game show for families, "ashpathologists" who will answer questions about garbage, and a kosher and environmental sukkah made of reused materials.
Monday-Wednesday, Hiriya Recycling Park
Luna Junk, Photo: Ilan Spira
Jerusalem Knights Festival
Horse show, tournament and knight camp, bayonet throwing, archery, fencing, role-playing, artists fair, workshops and master classes for all ages - these are just some of the activities that will take place as part of the festival, which is based on medieval culture and takes place only once a year.
This time the theme of the festival will be "Doll Mayses" ("Grandma's Stories", in Yiddish), and it will be dedicated to the culture of European Jews from that period and will bring to life fascinating fairy tales in a fun and unusual way.
Saturday, Ein Yael Museum, Jerusalem
Jerusalem Knights Festival, photo: Alona Elena Kumina
Jaffa Children's Theatre Festival
"Shmulikipod", "Ali Baba", "Red Legend" and "Stone Soup" are some of the performances that will take place at the festival, which will be held for the 17th time and will be spread over three days.
The festival will present plays in Hebrew, Arabic, gibberish, speechless plays and even bilingual, and viewers will be exposed to the world of the other through sounds, expressions, colors and a variety of gestures that generate empathy, understanding and curiosity.
From Thursday, Jaffa Theater
The play "Shmulikipod", which will participate in the festival, photo: Tom Wolinitz
The stars spread their wings
Composer and conductor Gil Shochat will collaborate with Tal Mossari, Hani Nahmias, Uncle Haim and opera singer Ksenia Galunti, in a performance in which he will be accompanied by five giant grand pianos and virtuoso pianists.
The show will range from innovative performances of classic works for children such as "Peter and the Wolf" and "The Magic Flute" to songs from musicals such as "The Lion King" and "The Sound of Music", through opera segments to various favorite children's songs such as "Saturday Morning", "Nahum the Rabbit", "Merry Choir" and "Mrs. Peppercorn".
Tuesday, Opera House, Performing Arts Center, Tel Aviv
Sounds of Childhood Festival
A musical performance of songs by Kaveret (with Dafna Dekel, Idan Alterman, Danny Rubes and Omri Rosenzweig), a puppet and objects theater, a performance of songs by Jonathan Geffen (with Hanan Yuval and Dvir Benedek), innovative musical fringe plays, a dance party for the whole family, a show that follows the life story of the legendary jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald, the musical show "Welcome!" with Galit Giat and Maya Belsitzman, and a performance of favorite childhood songs from all time are just some of the events that will take place at the festival, It will bring a wide variety of local and international cultures centered on the musical motif.
Sunday-Tuesday, Holon Theater
Galit Giat, Photo: Zohar Ron
Beer Sheva International Children's Theatre Festival
The Beer Sheva Theater Festival for Children and Youth, which is taking place for the sixth time, will be marked this year by unity and acceptance of the other, and will premiere "Living in Harmony", a musical, comic and clown original performance of the theater performed in gibberish, which examines what is required of us in order to succeed in living a shared, fruitful and enjoyable life in a strange and unusual building.
The festival will feature a variety of additional plays (including the musical "World Champion" with songs by Hanan Ben Ari, the play for the little ones "Little Theater" and "Luisa", which won several Assitej Awards), and there will also be workshops, circus performances, street performances by artists from Israel and abroad, various activities, street stalls and more.
Starting Wednesday, throughout Beersheba
The play "Living in Harmony", photo: Maayan Kaufman
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