Half and Half
A special broadcast of the World Cup semi-finals on the rooftop in Talpiyot
This summer, Manofim Festival and the “Kulna Jerusalem” association invite you to lift your gaze from the bustling streets of Jerusalem and head up to “Bustana” the rooftop of the Art Cube Artists’ Studios in the Talpiyot industrial area. Between the open skies and a skyline that brings East and West together, we’ll turn “Bustana” into an arena for watching both World Cup semi-finals together, live on a big screen.
The live broadcast will be split evenly – “half and half” – with one half in Hebrew (Kan 11) and the second half in Arabic (Makan). This language split will challenge your usual daily attention mindset and mix both cultural spaces into a full Jerusalem football experience.
Come be part of a night where the game, the media, and human connection create a new shared space. Entrance is free, we’ve got the sunflower seeds and watermelon covered. See you on the roof!
First Semi-Final
Warm-up – language exchange meetups and a festive atmosphere
Entering the field – live performance by “Bustanous”: Luay Abbasi – oud, Mousa Abbasi – ney flute, Mahdi Qaisi – violin, Lev Loftus – percussion, Yahala Lachmish – vocals
Opening whistle – broadcast of the first semi-final on the big screen
חצי הגמר השני
Warm-up – Prize-bearing backgammon championship, language exchanges
Entering the field – A multicultural DJ set to get the vibes going
Opening whistle – Broadcast of the second semi-final on the big screen
Come be part of a night where the game, the media, and human connection create a new shared space. Entrance is free, we’ve got the sunflower seeds and watermelon covered. See you on the roof!
