tue01jun12:00 pmtue1:00 pmOut of the Desert: Music & Dance from Ramat HaNegev
(Tuesday) 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Since biblical times, the arts have been a means of expressing joy and sorrow, and they remain integral to Israeli culture and community. Join
Since biblical times, the arts have been a means of expressing joy and sorrow, and they remain integral to Israeli culture and community. Join us for a showcase featuring dancers and musicians from our partner region in Israel, Ramat HaNegev.
The Holit Ramat HaNegev Dance Troupe will present five short pieces choreographed and performed by young dancers from the Ramat HaNegev Dance Studio. The Shargi Ensemble, made up of Jewish and Bedouin musicians and led by Ramat HaNegev native David (Dudi) Itzhaki, will play a set of original songs composed by Itzhaki.
The pre-recorded performances will be followed by a live discussion with the artists, moderated by our Ramat HaNegev partnership coordinator Jared White.
“We welcome the Israeli government’s suspension of legislative consideration of judicial reform measures.
“The last three months have been painful to watch and yet a textbook case of democracy in action. We respect the political leaders, business executives, community activists, cultural figures, and ordinary Israelis who took to the streets, exercising their love of country, and their passion for democracy.
“As a next step, we encourage all Knesset factions, coalition and opposition alike, to use this time to build a consensus that includes the broad support of Israeli civil society.
“Israel’s political leaders must insist on a more respectful tone and debate. A hallmark of democracy is public consensus and mutual consideration.
“The Conference of Presidents, the Anti-Defamation League, the American Jewish Committee, AIPAC, and the Jewish Federations of North America will continue to confer with Israel’s governmental and civic leaders to ensure that the views of American Jewry are represented in the discussion. We are confident the resilience of Israeli democracy will successfully overcome the tremendous challenges it faces.”