Tel Aviv Festival to Feature 80 Artists, 40 Shows
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
The second Tel Aviv Festival will run from November 1-8, showcasing over 80 artists and 40 performances. Highlights include a live soundtrack performance for the film "Late for the Sky," Shimi Tavori's 50th-anniversary concert, and Assaf Amdursky celebrating his second album's 30th anniversary. The festival concludes with a revival of the classic TV show "Siba Limesiba," hosted by Rivka Michaeli, featuring a star-studded guest list.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Tel Aviv Festival runs Nov 1-8 with over 80 artists and 40 shows.
- Cult film 'Late for the Sky' to screen with live soundtrack performance.
- Shimi Tavori to celebrate 50 years of career with a special concert.
- Assaf Amdursky to perform his second album marking its 30th anniversary.
- Rivka Michaeli to host a revival of the show 'Siba Limesiba'.
The second annual Tel Aviv Festival will take place from November 1 to 8, featuring over 80 artists and 40 performances across various city venues, including the Tel Aviv Museum of Art and the Heichal HaTarbut. Under the artistic direction of Shlomi Shaban, the festival aims to offer a diverse program catering to different tastes, from nostalgic television and 90s music to emerging artists.
Highlights include a special screening of the cult film "Late for the Sky" (קלרה הקדושה), with the rock band "Corduroy" performing its original soundtrack live, accompanied by singer Sherry Zak Levi. Filmmakers Ari Folman and Uri Sivan will participate in a discussion with journalist Roni Cowan about the film's creation. Singer Shimi Tavori will celebrate 50 years in music with a show featuring his greatest hits, including "One More Love Story" and "You Were Different Yesterday." A special guest is expected to appear at his performance.
For those seeking new music, the festival will host a collaboration between musicians Guygia (Guy Ben Ami) and Noga (Yitach). Rapper Avraham Lagasa from Afula will present his unique hip-hop style, performing songs from his new double album "Atah." The band Kiki Malinky, fronted by singer Yasmin Raveev, will perform their blend of 90s-inspired rock with emotional lyrics. Assaf Amdursky will revisit his second album, released 30 years ago, performing its seven tracks that merged rock and electronic elements.
Other notable acts include rapper Tapash in an acoustic solo performance focusing on vocals and lyrics, and musician Costa Kaplan, known for his sharp and loud style, performing material from his latest album "The Angriest Dog in the World" with Yoav Kutner on bass and Adiel Goldman on drums.
The festival will conclude with a revival of the legendary 1980s entertainment show "Siba Limesiba" (Reason for a Party), hosted by Rivka Michaeli. The show, which aired from 1984 to 1990, featured prominent cultural, spiritual, and political figures. Michaeli will host a diverse lineup of guests, including Gabi Banai, Roi Bar Natan, Jimbo Jay, Ilana Dayan, Carmela Menashe, Yair Nitzani, Alon Eder, Gali Atari, Githit Fischer, Shlomi Shaban, and Lior Shlein. The musical direction is by Nadav Hollander, with editing by Eti Ante-Shegev.
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