Micah Lewensohn
Micah Lewensohn (, (August 27, 1952, In Jerusalem - March 20, 2017 in Tel Aviv) was an Israeli theater director and actor. Biography. Lewensohn was a graduate of the Israeli Music Conservatory in Tel Aviv. During his army years he was a senior editor-producer in the IDF Radio where he also hosted numerous radio programs and served as a military correspondent in the Yom Kippur War (1973) and later in the 1st Lebanon War (1982). After completing his studies at New York University Film School (BA) and Theater Directing (MFA) – he received a National Endowment for the Arts grant , serving as the Assistant General Director at the Pittsburgh Public Theater. Since his return to Israel in 1980, he directed over 50 productions in all theaters in Israel. His productions won several theater prizes: best play, best musical, best revival as well as best director awards. Additional Activities. Alongside his work in the theater, Lewensohn directed entertainment spectacles, musical events and commercials. Among his projects: Translations. From English to Hebrew Death. Micah Lewensohn died in his home on March 20, 2017. He was 64 years old. He is survived by his wife Rachel, two children, and two grandchildren. Micah Lewensohn