Benji Lovitt
What do you know about being a (Jewish) American in Israel?
Benji Lovitt’s hilarious stand-up comedy about life in Israel is a must-have user guide for anyone considering a visit to the Holy Land. He spans the entire “Israel journey”, from the initial feelings of euphoria when arriving on your first trip (“Omig-d! Everybody’s Jewish!!!”), to the complicated and sometimes frustrating emotions of a new immigrant (“I don’t know how to read my bills but if I don’t open them, they don’t exist.”) Benji will make you laugh out loud as explains everything from El Al's security to Jewish holidays, and exactly what makes American and Israeli Jews different from each other.
Join us before the show to learn about short-and long-term ways you can get to Israel, and how to find the funding to get you there, all while noshing on delicious Israeli food!
Are you a Masa or Birthright alum, or a student? We've got discount tickets for you! Don't miss this exciting chance to re-live your Israel experience! Discounts will not be available at the door, so make sure you buy in advance!
Israel Fair will begin at 7:00pm, Benji takes the stage at 8:00pm.
Since making aliyah in 2006, comedian Benji Lovitt has performed for audiences throughout North America and Israel including Hillels, Birthright Israel, Masa Israel Journey, and Jewish Federations. His perspectives on life in Israel have been featured on Israeli television and radio and in publications such as the the Times of Israel and the Jerusalem Post. His annual Yom Ha’atzmaut list of things he loves about Israel has developed a massive following and he works regularly with Jewish organizations to promote Israel. Check out his website "Because the Middle East is Funny" to see his blog about daily life in Israel.
* This program is co-sponsored by Masa Israel Journey in DC