In the darkest conditions, I witnessed both the fragility and the strength of the human spirit. I learned what it means to lose freedom, to face uncertainty, and to hold on to hope when everything else is stripped away.

I am sharing my story not only as a survivor but as a reminder of our shared responsibility to stand against hatred, defend human dignity, and choose humanity even in the face of unimaginable adversity.״ 

Through this powerful and deeply personal talk, audiences will gain insight into resilience, courage, leadership under extreme circumstances, and the enduring power of hope.

Join us on June 14, for another event in the series of From Captivity to Freedom with Omer Wenkert

17:00 Exhibition Walkthrough 
18:30 Testimony 

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On 7 October 2023, Eliya Cohen came to the Nova festival with the woman he loved.

He was dragged out of a bomb shelter, bloodied, wounded, and loaded onto a Hamas pickup truck into Gaza. His girlfriend(now his fiancée) Ziv survived, buried under the bodies of the dead. He didn't know she was alive.

For 505 days, Eliya was held captive by Hamas. Now he's telling London what happened, in his own words.

Join us on Saturday, 6 June, at the Nova Exhibition London for an evening with Eliya Cohen as part of our From Captivity to Freedom testimony series.

17:00 - Exhibition Walkthrough
18:30 - Eliya's live testimony

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Almog Meir Jan survived 245 days as a Hamas hostage in Gaza. This Saturday, it's his moment to tell his story in London.

Abducted from the Nova festival on October 7. Rescued in June 2024, and on Saturday, 31.5, Almog speaks to the public in his own words. 

Come and bear witness.

Exhibition walkthrough from 17:30. 
Almog's testimony begins at 19:00. 
Seats are limited - Reserve your place. 

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We are honored to welcome Eliya Cohen and Ziv Abud as featured speakers on Wednesday, November 26th. Eliya was kidnapped from the Nova Music Festival and held hostage in Gaza for 505 days. His story is one of unimaginable endurance, courage, and the will to survive. Ziv is both a survivor of the Nova massacre and a bereaved family member. Through their personal stories of pain, strength, and hope, Eliya and Ziv offer powerful insight into the lasting impact of October 7th and the resilience of the human spirit.

Join us on Monday, November 24th in Chicago for Voices of Resilience series, featuring:
Rom Tzabar, Nova survivor

Rom will share his story of survival at the Nova Music Festival and his path towards healing on the months following.

Join us for a  conversation at the Nova Exhibition – Chicago, featuring advocate and student organizer Taryn Thomas in dialogue with Professor Craig Klugman of DePaul University, an advocate for Jewish students on campus.

Taryn spent her time at Stanford University organizing student protest movements and encampments. But after visiting the Nova Exhibition, her understanding of a conflict she thought she knew was profoundly reshaped, shattering the echo chamber she had lived within. A year later, she stood at Stanford’s October 7th vigil to share how the experience transformed her perspective.

Together, Taryn and Professor Klugman will explore how perspectives shift, how empathy takes root, and how one changed mind can ripple outward.

As we mark the final day of the Nova Exhibition – Berlin, we invite you to join us for our closing event. Together, we will honor the journey of this exhibition and the stories it has carried.

Closing Remarks by:
• Ofir Amir – Founder & Producer, NOVA Music Festival
• Sarah Wedl-Wilson – Senator for Culture & Social Cohesion
• Katharina Günther-Wünsch – Senator for Education, Youth & Family

 Followed by:
A Reflections Panel featuring members of the Nova Tribe, sharing personal insights and messages of remembrance and healing.

 November 16th
 2:00 PM – Exhibition Walkthrough
 4:00 PM – Official Program & Closing Remarks
 6:30 PM – NOVA Tribe Reflections Panel

Join us on Sunday, November 16th in Chicago for Voices of Resilience series, featuring:

Ariel Ohana, Nova survivor

Ariel will share her story of survival at the Nova Music Festival and her path towards healing on the months following. 

Join us on November 13th at the Nova Exhibition - Berlin 
Harmony Against Hostility: When Musicians Build Bridges, a panel discussion followed by a musical performance by Sistanagila.

Since October 7, Jewish and Israeli artists have faced growing barriers in the global cultural scene - from cancellations and boycotts to fear of being publicly identified. In Germany and across Europe, musicians who wish to collaborate across communities often find themselves navigating suspicion, political tension, and cultural taboos.

In this panel, they will explore questions of artistic courage, cultural stigma, and the transformative power of shared creation.

This panel will be in English.

Where’s the line? As artists weigh in on the conflict in the Middle East, some are crossing the line into antisemitism. But where is that line, how can the music business balance freedom of expression with respect for diverse audiences and what responsibility do cultural institutions and media companies have to prevent hate at a time of increased political polarization. 

In the wake of October 7th, conversations about safety, identity, and expression in the global music scene have taken on new urgency. This panel brings together artists, promoters, and cultural organizers to explore how recent events have reshaped the sense of belonging and security within the music scene in Berlin. How can the industry protect freedom of expression while ensuring emotional and physical safety for artists and audiences alike? What responsibilities do cultural institutions hold in moments of polarization and fear?

Join us for an open discussion on rebuilding trust, fostering solidarity, and imagining safer futures for music communities worldwide.

Join us on Tuesday, November 11th in Chicago for Voices of Resilience series, featuring:

Doron Mizrahi, Nova survivor

Doron will share his story of survival at the Nova Music Festival and his path towards healing on the months following. 

5:00pm - Exhibition walkthrough 

6:30pm - Testimony 

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In the wake of October 7th, survivors of the Nova Music Festival carry not only trauma but also the weight of being heard in a world that sometimes turns away.

Join us on Sunday, November 9th in Chicago for Voices of Resilience series, featuring:

Ido Shalev, bereaved brother of Roei Shalev

Ido will share his experience from October 7th, his brothers story 

of survival at the Nova Music Festival, and the time following the tragedies.

Join us on Saturday, November 1st in Berlin for Voices of Resilience series, featuring:

Yuval Bar Zeev, Nova survivor

Yuval will share her story of survival at the Nova Music Festival and her path towards healing on the months following. 

4:00pm - Exhibition walkthrough 

5:30pm - Testimony 

Join us on Saturday, November 1st in Berlin for Voices of Resilience series, featuring:

Hadar Sharvit, Nova survivor

Hadar will share her story of survival at the Nova Music Festival and her path towards healing on the months following. 

4:00pm - Exhibition walkthrough 

5:30pm - Testimony 

Join us for a panel bringing together leading journalists in Berlin to explore how German society has responded to the events of October 7th  and what this response reveals about Jewish life in Berlin today.