Theatre and War 1 – Doco-drama : 

Guest host : International writer & journalist James Inverne.

A hard-hitting look at how conflict shapes the themes, styles, and voices in Israeli theatre. Featuring creators whose works directly grapple with unimaginable realities that were imposed on them, bringing life to the stage and then tossing it back to the audience, with no answers but many questions. 

Theatre and War 2 It’s not funny! 

Guest host: Lee Kern – Academy nominated writer. 

A panel exploring the complex role of humor in times of conflict. Through theatre, creators find ways to use comedy to process the unthinkable, survive emotionally, and connect with audiences in turbulent times. With creators who know how to walk the fine line between laughter and pain, this discussion dives into the importance of humor to endure and make sense of challenging realities.