A compelling tale of how the unifying power of music brings cultures together, Shanghai Sonatas tells the story of Jewish refugee musicians finding sanctuary in the Jewish Ghetto of Shanghai in the 1940’s. As a Jewish violinist takes on a troubled Chinese teenager as his student, a connection is made that helps both of them […]
The Jewish Women’s Repertory Company presents our 15th annual musical for women only.
A compelling tale of how the unifying power of music brings cultures together, Shanghai Sonatas tells the story of Jewish refugee musicians finding sanctuary in the Jewish Ghetto of Shanghai in the 1940’s. As a Jewish violinist takes on a troubled Chinese teenager as his student, a connection is made that helps both of them […]
Are you a young professional seeking the knowledge, tools, and confidence to have civil and productive conversations about Israel, Zionism, and the core issues of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict? Then sign up for Fuel For Truth’s upcoming Boot Camp class! Sessions are online and run Tuesday evenings from May 4 to June 22, 7:30 – 9:30 […]
Feb 8 Where did the word “Jew” come from? Most religious among us wear black suits and top hats. We’ll do a complete timeline of the evolution of Jewish identity, how our identities (and outfits) shifted throughout the centuries, and explain the different sects of Judaism within the US and globally. Feb 15 Keeping the […]
The Jewish Women’s Repertory Company presents our 15th annual musical for women only.
Hollywood, antisemitism, and Israel. To put it simply, “it’s complicated.” For Jews, Hollywood has been both where dreams become a reality, as well as a constant struggle with ongoing antisemitism since its earliest days. Join us and fellow Women for Israel supporters with Allison Josephs, Founder and Executive Director of Jew in the City, a […]
Celebrating 30 years of Shalhevet High School
Jews have a long history in American music, from Irving Berlin to Benny Goodman to Lesley Gore to Lenny Kravitz to the Beastie Boys (well, Mike D anyway). Come learn about Jewish contributions to the American songbook, listen to songs with Jewish themes, and enjoy everything from ragtime to rock and roll.
A compelling tale of how the unifying power of music brings cultures together, Shanghai Sonatas tells the story of Jewish refugee musicians finding sanctuary in the Jewish Ghetto of Shanghai in the 1940’s. As a Jewish violinist takes on a troubled Chinese teenager as his student, a connection is made that helps both of them […]
