YOHAY SPONDER – Self Loving Jew
A talented modern-time bilingual standup comedian.
In his new show” Self Loving Jew” Sponder talks about self love, identity and faith. Yohay’s humor is the perfect antidote for even the toughest of times, he reminds us that good will prevail over evil so we might as well have a good laugh along the way.
The show is in English.
Iolanta
The premiere of Iolanta at the Israeli Opera. Tchaikovsky’s last opera is a personal and intimate lyrical work that expresses the healing power of love.
Theodore
The production, which was a resounding success and even made it to the cinema, is back on stage. The story of the visionary of the state connects two periods in his life, just before he became a legend. The nightmarish night walk of the adult Herzl is intertwined with images full of happiness and hope of the young Theodore, until both are forced, each in turn, to create a new reality for themselves.
Kuma
A unique collaboration between a musical ensemble directed by Itamar Doari and the Vertigo dance company created a one-off performance that moves between patterns and structured dance to free and improvised creation.
Don Quixote
Israel Ballet Presents a Historic International Collaboration
Stars of Vienna State Opera and Mariinsky Theatre on Stage with the Israel Ballet in Don Quixote
Liudmila Konovalova and Razmik Marukyan join the Israel Ballet for a grand three act production of Don Quixote
Featuring the stirring music of Ludwig Minkus and classical choreography by Marius Petipa
The Dybbuk
World premiere production of The Dybbuk, composed by award-winning composer Josef Bardanashvili and directed by Ido Ricklin.
La Boheme
Mimi and Rodolfo’s love is ignited in Paris on Christmas Eve in Puccini’s beloved opera in a production that moves from a bohemian attic to celebrations on the illuminated streets of Paris.
Making a neighborhood
In the first ever on-stage encounter between the Emperors of Haphla and the leading orchestra in Israel, we bring back all of these Iron Sheep assets – in Hebrew, Greek, Turkish and Arabic, for the happiest and most bouncy concert in the neighborhood. Are you still sitting?
Ofra
From her childhood in the Hatikva neighborhood to the big stages of Europe, from huge successes like “Tefila”, “Im Ninalu”, “Galbi” and “Chai” to the personal story that touched the hearts of all of us – this is a musical that brings the soundtrack of the country to the stage, like you have never heard before.
This is a love letter to Ofra Haza, a figure who became a symbol, and the soundtrack of an entire generation
Dido and Aeneas
The 40th anniversary celebrations open with a grandiose and breathtaking production, bringing back to our stage the first opera performed at the Israeli Opera. The love story of Dido and Aeneas comes to life in Stefano Poda’s spectacular direction.
Othello
Othello, Shakespeare’s great hero, falls victim to a “fake news” plot that drives him mad with jealousy and murders his wife in a grandiose production directed by Adrian Noble, one of the world’s greatest Shakespeare directors. In collaboration with the Vienna State Opera.
Cojochero | Ravel | Rachmaninoff
With freshness, elegance, sparkle, intelligence, simplicity and clarity, David Greilsammer will play between the roles of conductor and pianist in a performance of Ravel’s magnificent concerto and a new work by Israeli composer Ziv Kozhekro, and Rachmaninoff’s 2nd Symphony for dessert.
A tour before performance – Dido and Aeneas
The Eastern Wall | The Opera Sings Together
Of Tango and Shadows
Brahms | Beethoven
Ratem Nir, the rising star in the conducting sky, arrives to perform Brahms’ Double Concerto and one of his most beloved works, Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony.
Dancing Queen
A musical event not to be missed, ABBA hits performed by the Serbian band and accompanied by a live orchestra.
In light of the success of the last show in Israel, the spectacular musical project returns to Israel.
Salome
This mesmerizing opera, based on the scandalous play by Oscar Wilde, presents the sensual and turbulent story of Princess Salome, returns to our stage in an impressive and daring production directed by Itay Tiran
Beethoven | Dvořák
Bar Avni, winner of first place in the international “La Maestra” competition, is coming to the Israel Symphony Orchestra in Rishon LeZion, along with the young and promising violinist Michael Shaham, who will perform Beethoven’s Violin Concerto.
The Diamond | Chapter I: Beersheba
Almost four decades have passed since two friends – Tom Cohen and Maor Zaguri – grew up and played on the streets of Beersheba. Long before they became respected and renowned artists, they were children who dreamed of conquering the world. The joint journey they embarked on then, and to which you are invited today, blurs the line between reality and fiction, reveals fascinating cultural treasures and brings to the stage the beautiful wonder created by their artistic encounter.
Luca Minnelli – The Golden Voice of Venice
After a triumphant debut in the spring of 2025, the Italian tenor Luca Minnelli, who has already conquered the hearts of the Israeli audience, returns with a new series of concerts that promise to become a true cultural event.
Known worldwide as “The Golden Voice of Venice,” Minnelli combines classical operatic training, captivating charisma, and a refined contemporary musical sensibility. His performances are not just concerts — they are emotional journeys where classical music and pop-opera merge into a vivid and inspiring live experience.
Nabucco
A powerful testament to love, national pride, and unceasing longing for the homeland, Nabucco returns in a grand production of the famous biblical drama about Nebuchadnezzar, the destruction of the First Temple, and the Babylonian exile. The “Chorus of the Hebrew Slaves,” sung by the Babylonian exiles — held in captivity, facing execution, and hoping for a miracle — resonates more deeply than ever. In these challenging times, Verdi’s “Jewish Opera” offers both comfort and hope for a better future.
Co-produced with the Minas Gerais Opera House, Brazil
Elgar | Fremont
The opening concert of the 36th season of the Rishon LeZion Israel Symphony Orchestra with a world premiere performance of the work “Red South” by Chaim Fremont, as a commemoration of the events of October 7.
Ratem Nir arrives to lead the orchestra with Collegium Singers and Madrigal Singers and together with the mezzo-soprano singer Rona Shrira.
Also in the concert: Enigma Variations, one of Elgar’s intriguing and unsolved works
Weinberg | Dvořák
Dan Ettinger, our music director, and award-winning German violinist Linus Roth in a fascinating concert with a performance of the Violin Concerto by composer Michał Weinberg and Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9 (The New World).
My Fair Lady
The beloved classic musical returns to the stage in a huge, exciting, colorful, and humorous version.
Featuring the Israeli Camerata Orchestra, directed and starring Nathan Datner.