Beit Hillel's Theater Workshop presents 'Fame': A triumph amid conflict and perseverance

• Published date: 21 April 2024
• Author: JERUSALEM POST STAFF
• Publication title: Jerusalem Post, The: Web Edition Articles (Israel)

Just a few short months ago it didn't seem like this show was going to happen," said co-director Gabriela Mischel, referring to the October 7 attack and Gaza war

"When we returned to rehearsals, I was among the hesitant. How could we be producing a show during such complex times? But when I saw how healing this experience was for the cast, having an outlet to creatively express their feelings, I realized that we had a unique opportunity to share that with others."

Theater amid conflict

Michael Berl, founding director of the Beit Hillel Theater Workshop, added that several actors who auditioned and were accepted for the production had to bow out due to army service, while others have been released in time to rejoin the show.

"Our actors and dancers worked under...