Critics' Picks

Art and Culture
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition
An exhibition at the Tel Aviv Fairgrounds recreates history’s most famous shipwreck, showcasing over 200 lost objects from the Titanic’s ruins. Brought to Israel for over $3 million, the show incudes priceless pieces of jewelry and China recovered during dives, as well as life-size reconstructions.
Tel Aviv Fairgrounds, Through August 25 See: fairs.co.il

Blue-and-White Delftware
An exhibition of hundreds of tiles, vases and plates, made from Delftware– white-glazed pottery painted in blue — including works by 10 Israeli “blue-and-white” artists. For ceramics-lovers. this is a beautiful collection of wares.
Tel Aviv Mueseum, Closes October 18, See: tamuseum.org.il

An Island within an Island: A Look at the Jews of Cuba

Photographs of Jewish communal institutions in Cuba capture familial and religious traditions maintained by immigrants from Eastern and Western Europe.
Beit Hatfutsot, The Diaspora Museum Until July 31, See: bh.org.il

Funnel by Goni Harlap

Goni Harlap’s first one-person exhibition presents a number of sculptural works as a kind of commentary or tribute to an object that’s intimately involved in the process of casting – the funnel. Harlap, whose roots are in classic sculpture, now works mainly in casting contemporary materials like silicon, rubber and others.
Artist House, 9 Alharizi St, Tel Aviv, Closes July 12, See: artisthouse.co.il

Music
Woodstock Revival Festival
Re-live the spirit of the 60's, as Israel's very best musicians have assembled bands to replay the line-up of the famous Woodstock Festival. With the music of The Stones, Jefferson Airplane, Jimi Hendrix and Cream, plus crafts and fun for all the family, you're sure to enjoy the festival's sixth year.
Kraft Stadium, Jerusalem, July 10 at 16:30. NIS 104-84, See: woodstockrevival.com

Kutiman Orchestra

Prolific modern-day maestro Ophir Kutiel, aka Kutiman, leads an all star cast of Israel's finest soul, funk and leftfield musicians. Karolina, Eyal Talmudi, Elran Dekel and a score of others cram on to the stage for this mammoth funkathon.
52 Kibbutz Galuyot St, Tel Aviv, July 26 at 20:30. NIS 73. Barby, See: barby.co.il

Nightlife
Teder/Casino San Remo Party
Israel pop-up radio kings team up with underground party-makers to bring you a stellar line up; Local DJs Tv.Out, Hectik & Egozy, with the UK's Lone. Then, add the Cohenbeats, Rejoicer, and Walter and you've got a party with the scope of a national holiday.
48 King George St, Tel Aviv , July 3 at 21:00. Bootleg, See: facebook.com/bootleg.telaviv

Nina Kraviz

International resident DJ at Enter, Berghain and Fabric, this Siberian DJ, producer and singer is famed for her music as well as her ideas. Expect upfront and powerful house and techno with hypnotic and sensuous qualities from this contemporary legend. This is the cutting edge of dance music at super-club The Block.
157 Salame St, Tel Aviv, July 10 at 21:00, See: block-club.com

DL Grime
LA DJ and producer, aka Clockwork, brings s signature blend of trap, hip-hop and urban bass to the multidimensional expanse of Pasaz. Having remixed the likes of Kanye West, Jamie Lidell, Shlohmo and Benny Benassi, this prolific producer is heading up a nu-skool of international talent.
94 Allenby St, Tel Aviv, July 10 at 21:00. NIS 50, See: facebook.com/PasazAllenby

Alphabet

The venue with the most incredible small room and combined sound system is throwing a mid-week bash every Tuesday night headlined by resident DJ YOGO. Expect an intimate dancefloor with a super friendly vibe and a solid range of local underground music.
54 Ahad Ha’am St, Tel Aviv

Har Sinai

Just behind Tel Aviv’s largest synagogue lies Har Sinai, a casual underground bar that has become the ultimate hangout for both hipsters and more mainstream types. Before a night of clubbing or at the end of a long working day, Har Sinai is the place to grab a drink and listen to great music. Find refuge in the uncomplicated interior and outdoor seating areas and enjoy the freshest gin & tonic in town. On the weekends, The bar opens its dancefloor, with international and local DJs spinning the decks.
1 Har Sinai St,Tel Aviv, See: Facebook.com/harsinai

Nanuchka

This Georgian bar and vegan restaurant also has a lounge in the back room fashioned after gypsy caravans. Watch the nightly bacchanalian scene unfold. Both the decadent cuisine and bar-dancing into the wee hours are recommended for locals and visitors alike.
30 Lilienblum St, Tel Aviv, 03-5162254

Messa

Messa's bar is all black – the night-time counterpart to its famous white dining room. Gourmet dinners give way to tasty cocktails and tasting menus as the night goes from late to even later.
19 HaArba’ah St, Tel Aviv, 03-6856859

Events in Tel Aviv Port
Opera in the Tribuna
Every summer Wednesday, Israeli Opera singers will appear in the Tribuna, starting at 9 p.m. Admission free

July 30 – “Songs of Napoli”

August 8 – “Six Sopranos”

August 13 – “Love in Paris”

August 20 – “From Opera to the Musical”

Children in the Tribuna

Free performances every Tuesday titled “Around the World” and focusing on a different country each week. Workshops and activities at 5:30 p.m. with the main performance at 6:30

July 29 – “Pinocchio” – Ephraim Sidon adapts the famous story

September 12 – “Treasury of Song” features children’s songs dating back 80 years

September 19 – “E, Ouch, Eva” – a unique family of mother Eva and her children Aya, E, Ah and Ouch

September 26 – “Rinat Gabai and Yoyo” – Rinat and Yoyo appear with three dancers

Artland: Art Games for Kids

Artland is a playground where children can create, play and learn about art by experience and interactive activity. After great success last year when Artland was located in an art gallery, entrepreneurs Shiri Ben Artzi and Aya Shaham decided to open Artland at the Levant Fair for an extended period. Activities this year are on the subject of color. For ages six months to 12 years, an hour’s activity.
Special events and birthday celebrations are also possible.
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