Tag Archives: Foundation for Jewish Culture

Beyond Gaga: Contemporary Israeli Dance and the Reinvention of the Jewish Body

Posted on October 20, 2009 by Evan

via Culturebot: Over the past few years, Israel has consistently produced some of the most exciting, innovative, and unexpected choreographers working in the field today. As a result, contemporary dance is one of Israel’s most respected and innovative exports. Under … Continue reading →

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Memories of Merce

Posted on July 31, 2009 by Evan

Merce Cunningham, photo by Annie Leibovitz, 1994 The memories of Merce Cunningham, who died on July 26 at the age of 90, continue to pour in. Culture Shuk, a project of the Foundation for Jewish Culture, posted some thoughts and … Continue reading →

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