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Yossi Alfi I Photo: Shay Franco

Festival | The Storytelling Festival Givatayim Theatre Givatayim’s annual storytelling festival is taking place this month in the shadow of war. Hundreds of cultural figures will be celebrating the power of storytelling, recounting the story of the foundation of the State of Israel, from both personal and historical angles. The festival’s eclectic program includes music shows, comedy shows, and many fascinating lectures and events. Notable events include a special tribute to the IDF Paratroopers’ Brigade with the participation of veterans, and a live concert by beloved Israeli singer songwriter Miki Gavrielov, who will be performing a tribute show to legendary singer Arik Einstein, with whom he wrote so many beautiful songs. (Artistic director: Yossi Alfi). October 14-22, yossi-alfi.co.il

Bobby Martinez I Photo: Fernando Marcos

Jazz | The International Jaffa Jazz Festival Tel Aviv

Three days, 13 live shows, and more than 50 artists, including some of the world’s leading jazz musicians, will light up the stage of the Jaffa Jazz Festival which marks its ninth anniversary this year. At its creation, the festival was intended to be a bridge between Israeli and international jazz. Seven major jazz artists from Thailand, Spain, France, Poland, Austria, Australia, Italy, and Romania will be taking part this year, all making their way to Israel with the support of their respective embassies and cultural institutes in Israel. They’ll be joining 50 Israeli musicians on stage for a marathon of 13 shows and tribute performances to the great jazz artists and rock’n’roll poets of the past, including John Lennon, Joni Mitchell, Carol King, Kate Bush, Lou Reed, Bob Marley, and more. October 17-19, hotjazz.co.il

David Broza I Photo: Juan Fajardo

Israeli Music | The Dead Sea Tamar Festival The Dead Sea One of Israel’s biggest festivals will be marking its 24 th edition this year with unmissable live shows - and all against the breathtaking backdrop of the Dead Sea and the Judaean Desert. From rock’n’roll, through hip hop, to Israeli Oriental pop and ethnic electronica – the Tamar Festival is a celebration of music, dance, and passion for life, with dozens of Israeli artists taking part. The shows are held across four main stages: one at the foot of Masada, another near the fortress, yet another in Kibbutz Ein Gedi, and the fourth at the Amatsiyahu Eco Park. All shows are open to the public. Among the artists participating: Aviv Geffen, David Broza, Noga Erez, Shlomo Artzi, and more. October 17-22, tamarfestival.com

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