Publications and Articles
This page presents publications, articles, and documentary sources related to the professional work of Oren Shmuel as an Israeli folk dance choreographer and creator.
Rokdim Magazine
Amen LaMilim – Rokdim Nirkoda Magazine, Issue 121 (2026)
The article "Amen LaMilim" was published in Issue 121 of Rokdim Nirkoda Magazine in 2026, as part of the "Dance of the Month" section.
The article discusses the dance "Amen LaMilim", choreographed by Oren Shmuel in 1998 to a song by Ofra Haza, with lyrics and music by Bezalel Aloni, and the relationship between the words, music, and movement in the creation of the dance.
Source: Editorial staff, "Amen LaMilim", Rokdim Nirkoda Magazine, Issue 121, 2026.
"Yeled HaSadeh" – Oren Shmuel, Rokdim Nirkoda Magazine, Issue 121 (2026)
The article "Yeled HaSadeh" – Oren Shmuel was published in Issue 121 of Rokdim Nirkoda Magazine in 2026.
The article, written by Hali Levana, presents a personal story about Oren Shmuel's childhood and his path into Israeli folk dance, together with references to his creative work and the dances he choreographed over the years.
Source: Hali Levana, "Yeled HaSadeh" – Oren Shmuel, Rokdim Nirkoda Magazine, Issue 121, 2026.
Hineh Shana Overet – Rokdim Magazine, Issue 61 (April 2003)
The dance "Hineh Shana Overet" was created by Oren Shmuel in the early 2000s and became one of the dances most closely associated with his work.
In April 2003, Rokdim Nirkoda Magazine published an article by Yaron Meishar, founder and editor of the magazine, documenting the background of the dance, its development, and Oren Shmuel's contribution to Israeli folk dance.
The article is preserved in the digital archive of the Association for Documentation and Preservation of Israeli Dance, which works to preserve and make accessible the history of Israeli folk dance for future generations.
Source: Yaron Meishar, "Hineh Shana Overet", Rokdim Nirkoda Magazine, Issue 61, April 2003.
The article is presented with the permission of author Yaron Meishar and courtesy of the digital archive of the Association for Documentation and Preservation of Israeli Dance.
Historical Press Coverage
Improvisation Award at Karmiel Festival – Shishishabat Newspaper (26 July 1996)
A newspaper article documenting Oren Shmuel's second-place achievement in the improvisation competition at the Karmiel Festival.
Source: Shishishabat newspaper, 26 July 1996.
This document is provided for documentation, research and historical preservation purposes only.
Copyright remains with the original rights holders.
Dancing with Wolves – Kol HaTzafon Newspaper (11 June 1993)
An early newspaper article documenting Oren Shmuel's activities and the establishment of the Noar 93 dance group during the beginning of his professional career.
Source: Kol HaTzafon newspaper, 11 June 1993.
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Copyright remains with the original rights holders.