Torah classes and lectures range from a weekly Gemara shiur to a guest speaker for a Shabbat, an institution, a workplace or a family event.
Vanilla Market lists lecturers by subject, audience and language, with recordings where available, so an organiser can hear the speaker before booking a hall.
Tips for choosing a professional
Match the speaker to the audience
A Gemara lecturer and an inspirational speaker are not interchangeable. Say who is in the room.
Ask for a recording
Five minutes of audio tells you more about pace and clarity than any description.
Fix the length in advance
Thirty minutes for a workplace, an hour for a beit midrash. Agree it, and the Q&A, before the date.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Torah lecturer cost?
A single lecture commonly runs 500-2,500 NIS depending on reputation, travel and length; a recurring weekly shiur is usually priced as a series.
Can classes be held over video?
Yes. Many lecturers teach over Zoom for regular shiurim, and reserve in-person appearances for events and Shabbatot.
Are there classes in English?
Yes. Filter by language — a significant number of lecturers teach in English, French or Russian as well as Hebrew.