Jerusalem Theatre

Jerusalem


This large state-of-the-art complex with great acoustics includes a concert hall, cinema, theatres and a cafe. It is the place to catch a performance by the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra, as well as comedy, music, children’s theatre and dance performances. Primarily Israeli, but there are international performers and groups as well.

Its Sherover Theatre, the largest stage, has simultaneous English-language surtitles during certain performances.


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