Dance festival with USA, France, Germany and other countries takes place in Israel
For many years, international festivals were a staple of Israel’s cultural calendar. However, the past four years have seen one interruption after another. Local organizers have changed their schedules and programs to adapt to current events, and local audiences have learned to rely on Israel-based artists for live performances.
In perhaps the most difficult time yet, Jerusalem-based choreographer and director Miriam Engel insisted on holding the third annual Jerusalem International Solo Dance Festival here next month.
Artists from all over the world will participate in the event.
For four days, dozens of foreign artists – from Italy, Spain, the United States, Germany, Greece, Slovakia, Hungary, Argentina, Holland, France and Romania – will perform solos and duets in the open air and in the halls of the Jerusalem Theater. In addition, the JISDF offers workshops, artist talks, film screenings and a residency program for foreign and local artists.
The highlight of the festival will be an original production by the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra with pianist and composer Nizar Elkhater, international conductor Gisele Ben-Dor and soprano Rania Ateek. The concert will include performances by solo dancers and duets.
The Jerusalem International Solo Dance Festival will take place from September 11 to 14. For more information, visit www.jisdf.co.il.
