Shakespeare

For our own confused age of fake news and reduced attention spans, Beit Lessin’s Hamlet offers a breathtaking voyage into the true power of theater.

David Herman packs a great deal into the small book, and The Lost Manuscript will certainly be enjoyed by an adolescent readership – and by many adults as well.

Set in 1930s Germany, the Icarus version of Romeo & Juliet will reimagine Romeo as a Hitler Youth member and Juliet as a Jewish girl.

There is no suggestion in the play that antisemitism played any part in the antagonism between the Capulets and the Montagues. But it is well known that there were many Jews in Verona.

Benjamin Netanyahu’s latest political deal sees him taking up the role of Richard III.

The play will star 10 actors both native Israelis and English speakers from the general area of Jerusalem and farther.

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

These Hamlets of Zion have already reached the rubicon. Whether Israel lives or dies as a democracy will depend on whether they cross it for real and can bring enough voters with them.

The Jewish character Shylock in Shakespeare's 'The Merchant of Venice' is an antisemitic caricature.

An NYC middle school has canceled their production of Shakespeare's "The Merchant in Venice" following parental concerns about the antisemitic themes in the play.