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| Michael Kaiser inspiring 120 arts organizations at the two-day Arts Management Symposium (U.S. Embassy photo by Matty Stern) |
Kennedy Center President Leads Symposium for Cultural Institutions at Mishkenot Sha’ananim, Jerusalem (May 18-19, 2009)
The Office of Public Diplomacy at the U.S. Embassy supported and facilitated a two-day Arts Management symposium led by Michael Kaiser, President of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, D.C. Michael Kaiser’s uncanny ability to key into pivotal arts management issues with clarity and to provide personal attention to each participant was captivating. He guided participants through virtually all aspects of arts management -- from identifying difficulties, artistic planning, programmatic and institutional marketing to fundraising and outreach. The 120 participants from theater, dance, museums, film and music institutions, foundations and government cultural departments were fascinated and kept voicing their appreciation for this unique opportunity to learn from this international expert. Comments from many of the participants were “I have learned so much,” “This has totally changed my thinking,” “and I already have ideas on how to implement some of the steps.” The appreciation and gratitude from all the participants was unanimous. The Office of Public Diplomacy partnered with the Arts Department, Division of Cultural and Scientific Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Israel’s Cultural Institutions Forum; and Mishkenot Sha’ananim, an international cultural and conference center, in supporting this unique and enlightening symposium. However, it was clearly the generosity of Michael Kaiser and the Kennedy Center that made this program so inspiring.
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| American Center Director Alex Daniels briefing David Yellin English Teachers Trainees. |
David Yellin College of Education Holds Cultural Event at American Center (May 20)
Dr. Aliza Yahav, chair of David Yellin’s English Department, brought 40 teacher trainees to the American Center Jerusalem to present papers and receive “best practices” awards. Greeting the mixed audience of Jewish and Arab college students, American Center Director Alex Daniels briefed them on available resources, encouraging the students to take advantage of the Center’s facilities in conducting project work and locating up-to-date English teaching materials.
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U.S. EMBASSY TO HOST PROFESSIONALS IN COMMUNITY COALITION BUILDING
Two community coalition-building professionals will be in Israel the first week of March to conduct workshops and training sessions with community leaders in several mixed towns. The U.S. Embassy is hosting Rabbi Robert Kaplan, the director of CAUSE-NY, and Mr. Mohammad Razvi, the executive director of the Council of Peoples Organization. The two
will lead sessions in community coalition building, youth leadership and community relations. They were among the leaders who helped their community – Brooklyn – following violent social unrest in Crown Heights in the 1990s. Full Text
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Ambassador Cunningham with the group of Atidim students |
Ambassador James B. Cunningham Meets with the "Future" Generation, a Diverse Group of Multidisciplinary Undergraduate Students Destined for Israeli Public Sector
On January 25, 2009, Ambassador Cunningham spoke at The American Center Jerusalem to a group of 25 ethnically diverse, multi-disciplinary undergraduate students of Hebrew University "Atidim" ("Futures") program, which aims to cultivate professional leadership in the Israeli public sector. On completion of their studies, the students commit to working in the public sector for five years. Ambassador Cunningham drew on his own rich experience as a "public servant" to discuss the role of public administration in ensuring an effective and efficient government. He told the students that their work is crucial for the future of a democratic Israel.
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| Janice Harrington singing gospel (U.S. Embassy photo by Matty Stern) |
Janice Harrington, the Lady of Blues, Gospel and Jazz, to Visit Israel
February 26 - March 1, 2009
Janice Harrington, the Lady of Blues, Gospel, and Jazz, will be in Israel February 26 - March 1, under the auspices of the U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv. In celebration of Black History Month Ms. Harrington and her trio will give workshops and perform at the Hed Club, Tel Aviv (Hed College of Contemporary Music). More -- Photo Gallery
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Gala Performance
At the Tel Aviv Performing Arts Center
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
One of a series of cultural events that the American Embassy is sponsoring in celebration
of the 60th anniversary of U.S.-Israel diplomatic relations.
*U.S. Embassy Photo Gallery -- Alvin Ailey
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Ambassador James B. Cunningham, (far left) Mayor of TA-Yaffo Ron Huldai and AAADT Artistic Director Judith Jamison Photo credit: Matty Stern/U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv) |
Judith Jamison artistic director of AAADT expressing thanks at the warm welcome. Photo credit: Matty Stern/U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv) |
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Photos of dancers Photo credit: Matty Stern/U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv) |
Photos of dancers Photo credit: Matty Stern/U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv) |
Israeli-Arab Scholarship Program
- Celebrating 15 years of the Israeli-Arab Scholarship Program (IASP).
Since this program was established by the U.S. Congress in 1991, over fiftyy-five IASP students received graduate training in the United States. Read about their experiences in the special pamphlet marking this anniversary. This site also carries speeches and photos of the celebration.
Salzburg Global Seminar The Salzburg Global Seminar Seminar welcomes applications to Sessions which address a compelling range of political, social, cultural, and economic issues. Registration for Salzburg Global Seminar Seminars can be submitted online or a printed registration form can be downloaded from the Salzburg Global Seminar Seminar's web site and mailed or faxed to the Seminar. The registration deadline is two months prior to the start of each seminar. Please visit the individual seminar pages for a detailed description, including information regarding fees, and up-to-date faculty listings. For questions regarding the registration process, contact the Salzburg Global Seminar office at: http://www.salzburgseminar.org/2008/email.cfm
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