Batzal Yarok


Batzal Yarok was an Israeli theatre and entertainment troupe founded in 1957 by ex-members of the IDF army ensemble, Lehakat HaNahal.

History

Among those who wrote songs for the group was Sasha Argov. It was one of the most well-known entertainment troupes in Israel in the late 1950s and early 1960s. One of the founding members of Batzal Yarok was Uri Zohar.Chaim Topol performed with the group from 1960 to 1964. Ephraim Kishon wrote several satirical skits for Batzak Yarok.Naomi Shemer wrote the texts for the first performance of Batzal Yarok in 1957. Her song Zamar Noded was also written for the troupe.

Shows

Shmor Al HaGvul - This show was produced by the founders of the troupe before the end of their military service

Troupe members