The acclaimed Israel Festival of music and performing arts is the year's most important gathering for dance, opera, classical, contemporary, jazz and world music. First held in 1961, it creates a cultural harmony that belies the international headlines on the country's political situation.
The festival features a selection of the world's most exciting performing arts productions as well as the best of Israel's own talents - reflecting the country's cultural diversity. Guests in previous years have included the Maurice Bejart Ballet Company, Archaos' cutting-edge circus troupe, Pablo Casals, Charly Haden and the Vienna State Opera.
