Shards of Laughter

In this intimate and captivating performance,

Gabriella Lev, Artistic Director of Theatre Company Jerusalem, brings to life stories from her family’s journey

— from Munkács to Auschwitz to Israel —

weaving memory, loss, resilience, and unexpected humor into a powerful theatrical experience.

With remarkable precision and emotional depth, Lev embodies voices across generations,

revealing the inner worlds of women who survived, remembered, and rebuilt.

Shards of Laughter is not only an act of remembrance, but a profoundly human encounter.

Shtetl characters and voices from the past are interwoven with video and music to create a delicate and deeply moving theatrical work, where memory and humor coexist — reminding us of the enduring strength of the human spirit.

What audiences are saying

“From the very first moment, Gabriella Lev captured us completely — with humour and deep pathos”

“I have read about the Shoah all my life, yet Gabriella Lev made me feel it in a way no other medium ever has”

“A deeply moving and powerful performance — a rare achievement”

Jointly produced by Theology and Theatre and Theatre Company Jerusalem

Performer: Gabriella Lev | Directorial Assistance: Yael Valier | Stage Management : Osnat Alexa Solase | Video & Sound: Yonatan Friedman