The summer of 2024 in the capital will be very attractive with events for the whole family: the “Infinity” Museum, “Jutzot Haiotzer” Craft Fair, “Wonder Park” at the Botanical Garden and more.
By Chiquita Levov, text and photos
The mayor of Jerusalem, Moshe León says: “We are happy to invite everyone to the multitude of events in Israel's capital. Jerusalem residents and visitors will enjoy a summer full of fun and special events. “This is a different year than those that preceded it, but even in the complex reality imposed on us, Jerusalem takes care of its residents and the many evacuees who welcome it.” More Data: https://www.jerusalem.muni.il/en/experience/events/summer/?display=gallery
INFINITY – The Museum of Infinity in Jerusalem
It is the first exhibition of its kind in Israel, an engaging and interactive experience of light, sound and visuals for the whole family. It is an entirely Israeli creation and offers an innovative approach that combines the art of sculpture, lighting and special effects in a 1800 square meter space with 8 unique complexes. Visitors embark on a journey to the edge of reality, where time stops and space is distorted. “INFINITY” combines interactive light and music installations that blur the boundaries between reality and the digital world. A journey where light, music and movement merge into a fascinating creation. A project devised by the Municipality of Jerusalem and the Ariel Municipal Company, created by DakarAzoulai and a group of Israeli artists. It can be visited at the Pais Arena Complex between 14.8/31.10 and XNUMX/XNUMX. Video and more information: http://infinity-expo.com
The exhibition is divided into 8 spaces and in each one there is a different experience with spectacular characters, colors and sounds: The lobby: The entrance to the museum begins in a lobby surrounded on all sides by mirrors, LED strips creating a feeling of endless movement. The one from the interactive dancer: In the center appears the work of a world-famous Australian artist: an interactive dancer about ten meters high with internal lighting that responds to the movements of the audience. The one of himthe kinetic spheres, with illuminated spheres that move to the rhythm of the music, while a luminous wall behind them reacts to the sounds: it invites us to observe the invisible forces that move our world. The one with the screens interactive: huge touch screens that react to every movement, inviting you to communicate with digital immediately. The one with the rays of light – when the hands cut the light rays in this space, the light changes and a musical harmony is born: it invites us to think about the relationship between touch and sound. The one with mirrors and music, with objects and mirrors that create the sensation of a nightclub: it invites you to think about the identity of the observer and the reflection in the eyes of others. The one of the seasons, a 360-degree projection with seasons reminiscent of the natural cycles of time and our connection to nature. The Labyrinth of Mirrors, an infinite labyrinthine space where the visitor's image is transmitted with special effects and invites them to get lost and reorient themselves within their own reflections.
Azoulai and Menachem
The Israeli creators of the museum are Dakar Azoulai: Famous initiative creator who has been working as a leading lighting designer in Israel for over two decades. Shai Bonder: creator and entrepreneur specialized in combining modern technologies with video design in the world of theater and television, Zebra – Exhibitions and Sets Ltd, a company specialized in the production of sets, exhibitions, museums, visitor centers, sales promotion and events private in Israel and abroad. Adi Goldstein (Goldie) creator of the music and Arad Shvat designer of the space. “Ariel” is a municipal organization for culture, sports, education and well-being. It is directed by Uri Menachem who tells us: “The Infinity Museum in Jerusalem Arena offers a unique experience and a journey into the worlds of the imagination, using advanced media and an extraordinary atmosphere. An original project, suitable for the whole family”
“Jutzot Haiotzer 2024” Fair
The traditional Fair takes place in Jerusalem. “Chitzot Haiotzer 2024” (Creator's Patio) a great festival that this year in its 48th edition, will once again be visited by thousands of spectators from all over the country just as it happened in normal times. It takes place in its traditional location, the Hassenfeld Amphitheater (Sultan's Pool) and the so-called Mitchell Garden, with incredible views because it is in front of the Tower of David and at the foot of the walls of the Old City. An innovative festival for the whole family, an exhibition of Israeli artists and craftsmen, art workshops, colorful street theater and more. Creative outdoor workshops open throughout the week. Also a culinary complex with all street food stalls from top chefs and restaurants, varied cuisines and tastes for everyone. With 2 types of tickets: For the fair only and another for the fair and the show. Between August 14 and 26, from 18 p.m. to 23 p.m., on Saturday from 21 p.m. More information: https://artfair-jer.com/
The objective of the event produced by the municipality together with the Ariel company directed by Uri Menáchem, is to promote thematic tourism and offer many activities for the whole family. This year it offers a program with the best of the main artists. In the musical framework, the following stars of the local songbook will perform every night at 21 p.m. on the main stage: Aviv Gefen. the “Mercedes Band”, the majestic duo formed by Rami and Rita, Natasha's Friends, Sarit Hadad, “Teapacks”, Osher Cohen, Odeia, Shrek, Polikar and Tislam, Shlomi Shabat, the Rebivo Project, Danny Sanderson, Hatikva 6, Itai Levy and the inevitable Nasreen Kadri.
Especially for the festival and outdoors: in the mysterious land of “Arboria” there lived a boy named Juno, who found a magic pencil, and when he started to draw, the paintings came to life. This year, in the Patio del Creador, the 80 art stands will be integrated into an experiential route that includes presentations using advanced technologies (LED screens, AI tools, digital projections, three-dimensional illusions, 3 Dimensions and artificial intelligence tools. All of this It will turn the open space of the Sultan's Pool into an innovative park of very unconventional experiences.
Content, design and technology artists come together to tell a story of imagination, creation and hope and accompany the public on a journey through the imagination from lines to 3D and from black and white to intense colors. At the end of the journey, a bright, fantastic and welcoming world will be revealed. In addition, along with the special art stands, this year the fair will host contents that will create a special street party atmosphere.
The “Wonder Park” of the Botanical Garden
In the Botanical Garden of the University in Givat Ram – Jerusalem, the Capital Theater is presented this summer, offering the so-called “Wonder Park”, an experiential event for children, parents and the entire family with the aim of emphasizing the power of imagination, during which visitors are invited to discover wonders beyond imagination, wander the garden paths to connect with pastoral nature, enjoy acrobatic shows, illusion games, workshops, magicians and Let your imagination run wild with a variety of unique activities, plus shows that come to life and more. In Yehuda Borla 1 Jerusalem. Between August 13 and 31. More information: https://capitaltheater.co.il/wonderpark/
Among the featured activities: the “Illusion – The Wonders of the Botanical Circus” show, experiential complexes, living sculptures, workshops on creating 3D illusions that you can then take home, interactive trick games, photography with illusions, an experience of 360 cinema and all with the spectacular view of the botanical garden. There is an appetizing complex of “Food Trucks” with a variety of dishes.
New exhibition at the “Tmol shilshom” gallery
Leora Wise
"Tmol Shilshom” (Yesterday the day before yesterday) the well-known cultural institution and cafeteria in Jerusalem owned by Dan Goldberg continues to celebrate its 30th anniversary and as part of it, a new exhibition is presented at the KIR1 Gallery: “Someone to run with” (Someone to Run With) inspired by the Israel Prize book of the same name David Grossman. There are 8 illustrations created by the artist Leora Wise for the successful book. Wise is a Jerusalem-based artist whose works are exhibited in museums and art spaces in public spaces in Israel and around the world, in public collections (such as the Israel Museum), and in private collections. The book, which was written by this author 25 years ago, became one of the most beloved for readers in Israel, having moved millions of readers around the world, winning several prestigious awards and receiving countless warm and enthusiastic reviews. The plot of the book revolves around a chase through the city of Jerusalem and with sensitive steps it reveals the world of homeless boys and girls who live on the streets of the city. The book became a popular classic and was translated into dozens of languages. It was successfully adapted to theater and film and attracted girls and boys, as well as adults who had never visited Jerusalem, to see the city and run through its streets. You can visit until 31.9/XNUMX. More information: