Tag Archives: Habima Theater

rock, musical and the national theater (Theater: ‘Next to Normal’ at HaBima)

Posted on September 28, 2012 by admin

What is a rock musical? or a rock opera? I confess that I never understood exactly where are the borders of the genres, actually where the classical operetta ends and the musical genre starts. Maybe when it is staged on … Continue reading →

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An Evening at the Renewed HaBima

Posted on May 20, 2012 by admin

The Israeli national theater Habima is back home in its renovated location in central Tel Aviv. The many years of wandering in temporary spaces, the problems with the building and funding seriously impacted the conditions of viewing and the level … Continue reading →

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‘Post Trauma’ at Habima

Posted on July 3, 2011 by admin

Habima, The National Theater of Israel did not yet return home during this season despite the promises made last fall. Something about construction or safety permits, an example probably of the traditional mix of bureaucracy and inefficiency which makes so … Continue reading →

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Theater: ‘Because It’s Us That You Have Chosen’ at HaBima

Posted on January 23, 2011 by admin

‘Ki Banu Baharta’ (‘Because It’s Us That You Have Chosen’) is the kind of a play that speaks mostly for Jewish audiences and probably only in Israel. It’s a strong drama about personal and family identity, but I doubt that … Continue reading →

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