Shalom Sesame – Welcome to Israel

This new series from the creators of Sesame Street introduces Jewish holidays, traditions and cultures to viewers of all ages. It features the loveable, well-known cast from Sesame Street, new friends from Israel and celebrities. Join Grover as he explores Israel, its people and places and learns new things. Get ready to laugh and sing with this next generation of the popular classic. Grover goes to Israel! Join your favorite blue monster and his new pal, Anneliese van der Pol, as they explore Rechov Sumsum, Israel’s Sesame Street, and learn about a new country. It’s an adventure they’ll never forget — full of fun, friends and flying falafel! Grover and familiar faces from Sesame Street — including Big Bird, Snuffy, Ernie and Bert, the Count and Zoe — learn about new foods, new places and new cultures while exploring themes of travel, diversity and friendship. With guest star Christina Applegate.

• Educational, entertaining and pure joy for the whole family
• Introducing Hebrew language
• Exploring Jewish life and traditions
• Discovering people and places in Israel
• Expressing the diversity of the Jewish people

 Starring Anneliese van der Pol with guest appearances from Christina Applegate, Debi Mazar, Cedric the Entertainer, Debra Messing, Greg Kinnear, Matisyahu, Eva Longoria, Jake Gyllenhaal, Ben Stiller, Achinoam Nini, Mira Awad and other top name talent!

“Keep it up Shalom Sesame…you’re knocking it out of the park all over again!” – VH1 Homepage