The series Contemporary Israeli Voices was initiated, is curated and has been organized by Dalit Katz, Director of the Center for Jewish Studies. This year the series is centered around Israeli artists who made their marks in Hollywood in cinema and TV. This year’s Contemporary Israeli Voices marks the 18th of this annual series.
Thursday, October 22, 2020, 8:00 PM
ACTING AND THE BRAIN’S PLASTICITY
SPEAKER: AYELET ZURER, Renowned Actress
Ayelet Zurer has studied neuroplasticity and the process that occurs in the brain while actors take on different roles and personas. Zurer will speak about her acting in the movies Angels and Demons and Man of Steel, and the discipline required of actors in their commitment to their art.
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Live online multi-media presentation with Q&A session with the audience. Free Admission. Open to the Public.
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Thursday, November 12, 2020, 8:00 PM
WHY HOLLYWOOD LOVES ISRAELI TV SHOWS
SPEAKER: RON LESHEM, Award-winning Screenwriter and Author
Ron Leshem will deliver a presentation about the TV shows he is writing and producing, such as Valley of Tears, The Syrian Civil War and Euphoria. The presentation will include video clips from some of his TV shows.
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Live online multi-media presentation with Q&A session with the audience. Free Admission. Open to the Public.
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