Cultural Life in Eretz Israel (Cinema, Opera, Ballet)

Born 1902, Stolin, to Hassidic family. Discusses: family's Zionism, upbringing, school, knowledge of Hebrew from young age; becoming actress; beginning of interest and talent in acting; Russian Revolution; performance in play in Poland; living in Soviet Kiev; performing in 'Hebrew; theatre; performing as part of 'Haohel'; her preference for various roles; touring Europe (including Germany) after Hitler's rise to power - their reception, being asked about Israel. Discusses: touring in Europe, 1934, arrival in Warsaw; returning to visit hometown, seeing family; various encounters, performances on European tour; returning to Israel, 1934; continuing to perform in Israel; details of various performances in Israel; different directors worked with; going to meet people (strangers) in Old-City to base characters on; their audience; independence of State; performing on radio; touring in America and Europe after establishment of State; Halevy leaving ensemble. Discusses: details of touring in America; returning to Israel; touring Scandinavia; closing of 'Haohel'; what she did after 'Haohel' closed; what came of others from ensemble.