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Dance | NDT 2 Performing Arts Center, Herzliya This month, the renowned dance troupe from Holland, founded by choreographer Jiri Kylian, comes to the Performing Arts Center in Herzliya, marking the end of this year’s dance season. In their latest performance, they will present three modern works: “Ten Duets on a Theme of Rescue” by Crystal Pite, music by Cliff Martinez (Solaris); “Cluster” by Edward Clug, music by Milko Lazar; and “Bedtime Story” by Nadav Zelner, ethnic music from North Africa drawn from Zelner’s roots. July 5 th -10 th | Hoh-herzliya.co.il

Bedtime Story - NDT2 I Photo: Rahi Rezvani

Art | July Art Western Galilee

Want to infuse some excitement into your summer vacation? Explore the array of art, cultural and culinary events taking place this month in the Western Galilee. The flagship event is Open Gallery Saturday (July 15), when Western Galilee artists will open their homes and galleries to the public, free of charge. Enjoy meetings with the artists, demonstrations, and guided tours. Another special event is the ConcerTrip in Old Akko, which combines the spiritual world, architecture, and history of the Old City with musical performances. During the month of July Westgalil.org.il

Photo: Courtesy of the Biblical Museum of Natural History

Exhibit | The Art of the Ark Biblical Museum of Natural History, Hartuv

The story of Noah’s Ark needs no introduction: pairs of animals seeking refuge within the ark to survive the great flood. Inspired by this Biblical story, the Biblical Museum of Natural History presents a special permanent exhibit dedicated to Noah’s Ark around the world, recognizing the diverse interpretations of this story found throughout different cultures and religions. This exhibit presents a unique collection of more than 100 objects associated with Noah’s Ark, including: models, pictures, and Judaica from 16 different countries - from the US to the Philippines, from Russia to Mozambique. Beyond the exhibit, visitors will encounter many different, live animals, including mammals, reptiles, arthropods, and amphibians, mentioned in the Bible and indigenous to the area. From July 1 st | tevatanachi.org

A work by Paula Rykin I Photo: Inbal Or-Lev

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