Hanosen: Hitler's Jewish Sorcerer

A unique solo performance based on the true and astonishing story of the Jewish magician Erik Jan Hanussen—a hypnotist, mind reader, and astrologer. Hanussen rose through German society at the beginning of the last century, predicted the Nazis’ rise to power, met with Adolf Hitler, and even gave him private lessons in mass hypnosis.

Hanussen is portrayed by Liam Lebanon, an international mentalist. The text—a narrative spoken-word piece, all of whose extraordinary details are taken from Hanussen’s biography—was written by Yonatan Levy, and the soundtrack was edited by musician Sean Lo-Yon (Chill Pill).

During the performance, Lebanon performs with and on members of the audience the best of Hanussen’s own astonishing and groundbreaking telepathy tricks. Not to be missed!

Performance length: 80 minutes
Produced by: HaTahana Theatre

Concept and performance: Liam Lebanon
Writing and direction: Yonatan Levy
Lighting: Netanel Kafka
Soundtrack editing: Sean Lo-Yon
Program design: Nadav Shalev
Photography: Roi Karual

About Beit 9 Theatre

In the heart of the bustling artery of Haifa’s renewing Talpiot Market stands Beit 9 Theatre—a unique, intimate, and magical creative home for puppet theatre, object theatre, and the performing arts. The venue combines a performance hall with a unique school for interdisciplinary theatre and puppetry, serving as a magnet for culture lovers, families, and creators from across the country seeking a high-quality artistic experience at eye level.

The complex includes an intimate performance hall that enables maximum proximity between artists and audience, professional artist workshops for learning puppet construction and theatre, and a community gathering space. Every week, the venue hosts high-quality children’s plays, fringe performances for adults, artist workshops, study days, and independent cultural events.