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How did one extraordinary prince create Saudi Arabia? Why were a million Armenians killed during WWI? How did an elderly cleric overthrow the Shah and become ruler of Iran? Why did the Arab Spring fail? Could Trump's peace deal lead to a new Middle East?

We are delighted to welcome back international bestselling and multi-award-winning Simon Sebag-Montefiore for the launch of his essential and spellbinding new book, The Cauldron: The Making of the Modern Middle East, exploring all of these questions and more.

In the first of a new series of book launches at JW3, Simon will be joined by journalist Josh Glancy for a fascinating evening discussing the book.

Mon 7 Sep, 7.30pm. Tickets: https://ow.ly/U3Tw50ZvMj8

Delighted to launch our 2026/7 Classical Music series with Russian-born Israeli pianist Boris Giltburg on 30 September.

Known for performances that are full of feeling, Boris' programme brings together music by Bach, Beethoven, Rachmaninov and Ravel – four composers whose works continue to captivate audiences centuries after they were written.

"Gripping... one could not wish for a more illuminating, lyrical or more richly phrased interpretation." — Süddeutsche Zeitung

Tickets: https://ow.ly/mqUL50ZvKCB

Starting today, we're screening some films during August especially for families.

The Summer Book: The story of the relationship between Sophia, an eight-year-old girl who is growing up fast, and her grandmother, who is nearing the end of her life.

David: An animated tale based on the Biblical story of King David. When the giant Goliath rises to terrorize a nation, a young shepherd armed with only a sling, a few stones, and unshakable faith steps forward.

Kiki's Delivery Service: A beloved classical children's anime. 13-year-old Kiki moves to a seaside town with her talking cat, Jiji, to spend a year alone, in accordance with her village's tradition for witches in training.

Head to www.jw3.org.uk/cinema for the full lineup.

Were you born between 1960 and 1975?

We're looking for people aged 50–65 to join a new advisory group and help shape the future of adult learning, culture and community at JW3.

Whether you've been coming to JW3 for years or have only recently discovered us, we'd love to hear your ideas. Your experiences, interests and perspective will help shape future events, courses and programmes.

As a thank you, you'll receive:

• Complimentary JW3 Membership
• Free or discounted access to selected events
• Kosher refreshments at meetings

If you'd like to help shape what's next at JW3, we'd love to hear from you.

Complete this short survey: https://ow.ly/yHMU50ZweIW

Ever noticed how Israelis and Jews abroad can see the same situation completely differently?

Israeli comedian Shahar Cohen, whose viral America vs Israel videos have been shared by Jewish communities around the world, brings his hit show My Life to JW3 on 27 August for his only UK performance.

From Israelis who say exactly what's on their mind to diaspora Jews who politely think it instead, My Life finds the laughs in the little differences that make Jewish life so wonderfully familiar.

Looking to make a night of it? VIP tickets include priority seating and an exclusive 20-minute meet and greet with Shahar after the show.

Tickets: https://ow.ly/NOrv50ZuJ2F