During our time at the Eurovision Song Contest 2019, we had the opportunity to speak with Iris Mazel, the Vice President for Sales and Marketing at Expo Tel Aviv. We spoke about the preparations for the contest, the challenges in…
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EBU Responds To Display of Israel & Palestine’s Flags During Madonna’s Eurovision Performance
The EBU has issued a statement regarding Madonna’s performance at the Eurovision Song Contest 2019 in Tel Aviv, Israel. In a statement to the BBC, the European Broadcasting Union responded to Madonna’s performance at the Grand Final in Tel Aviv,…
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Eurovision’19: Contract Has Been Signed With Madonna
Israeli media reports that Madonna has now signed a contract that will allow her to perform as an interval act at the Eurovision 2019 Grand Final. Walla states that the European Broadcasting Union has now signed an a contract with…
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Eurovision’19: Multiple Broadcasters Report Issues With Semi-Final One Coverage
Last nights broadcast of Semi-Final One of the Eurovision Song Contest 2019, saw multiple broadcasters have issues with their coverage. Broadcasters across Europe appear to have had technical issues during last nights first Semi-Final. Viewers in the Netherlands and Macedonia…
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Eurovision’19: If A Contract Is Not Signed, She Cannot Perform – Jon Ola Sand
Jon Ola Sand, the Executive Supervisor of the Eurovision Song Contest, has confirmed that a contract has not been signed for Madonna to perform at the contest. Speaking this evening at the EBU and Host Broadcaster press conference, Jon Ola…
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Eurovision’19: Madonna To Arrive In Israel On Wednesday
Following reports that a contract has yet to be signed for Madonna’s Eurovision appearance, it has been confirmed she will arrive in Israel on Wednesday. Srugim reports that Madonna is set to land in Israel on Wednesday, before rehearsals begin…
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Eurovision’19: Contract Not Yet Signed With Madonna For Eurovision Appearance
Walla reports that Madonna who is due to appear at the Eurovision 2019 Grand Final, has not yet signed the contract for her appearance. Israeli media reports that despite Madonna being one of the headline acts at the Eurovision Song…
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Eurovision’19: “They Didn’t Give Up On Us” – Shalva Band
The Shalva Band have spoken about their excitement and thanks, ahead of their performance during the interval of Semi-Final Two. Shalva Band who had been favourites to win the Israeli selection process until their withdrawal, have spoken about what their…
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Eurovision’19: Benjamin Netanyahu Will Not Attend The Grand Final
Walla reports that Benjamin Netanyahu has declined an invite from KAN to attend the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2019. The Israeli Prime Minister has declined an invite from the host broadcaster to attend the final of the…
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Eurovision’19: Israelis Living Within 40km of Gaza to Receive Free Tickets
Israeli press reports that the Israeli broadcaster KAN, has offered free tickets to Israeli’s living within 40km of Gaza. Globes and the Jerusalem Post report that KAN will be giving free tickets to residents of Southern Israel to the Semi-Finals…
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Eurovision’19: More Ticket Changes As Golden Circle Sees Its Capacity Reduced
Following the halting of tickets sales for the Green Room in the Semi-Finals, the Golden Circle has now seen its size reduced. Ticket holders for the Golden Circle have been contacted today, after police and security forces requested that the…
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Eurovision’19: Israel’s First Eurovision Entrant Ilanit to Perform at Grand Final
Ilanit who represented Israel on their debut at the Eurovision Song Contest 1973, will be performing as part of the Grand Final. Israel’s first Eurovision participant Ilanit will be among the singers taking to the stage in the Grand Final.…
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