Omri Nitzan
1950–2021 (age 71)
Biography
Omri Nitzan guided theater into deeper conversations about identity, belonging and the complexity of modern life, curating productions that invited reflection and dialogue. His directorial vision balanced rigor with empathy, allowing actors and audiences alike to encounter fresh perspectives.
He also championed arts education and institutional growth, ensuring that the stage remained accessible and vital to all. Kiryat Shaul Cemetery now honors the spirited leadership his work embodied.