Bradley Cooper’s Brilliant as Bernstein
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At the center of “Maestro” is Bernstein’s complex relationship with his wife, Felicia.
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Entertainment
Zusha to Play a Benefit Concert for Israel During Hanukkah
Kylie Ora Lobell
December 6, 2023
The “Light and Unity” concert is set to feature the performance from Zusha, speakers, a menorah lighting, sufganiyot, food trucks and beer and wine.
The Hills Are Alive with a Unique “Sound of Music”
Ayala Or-El
November 29, 2023
Captain von Trapp, Rolf Gruber (the young Austrian telegram boy) and every other male role in this iconic musical are portrayed by females.
A Pilgrimage to Family Roots
Michael Berenbaum
November 28, 2023
The moving documentary “Fioretta” is the story of Randol and Joey Schoenberg’s journey to Vienna, Prague and Venice as they trace both sides of their family’s history way back into the 16th century.
Singer Ari Dayan’s New Album “Sinfluencer,” Is a Catchy Satire — and 32 Minutes of Levity in a Difficult Time
Brian Fishbach
November 22, 2023
Dayan spoke with the Journal about her new album “Sinfluencer” and how she and her partner Brett have handled being vocal voices supporting Israel this past month.
Play It Again Woody: Antisemitism Then and Now in Allen’s “Annie Hall”
Sam B. Girgus
November 15, 2023
The current eruption of antisemitism in America and the world has darkened the humor, but perhaps the same horrific events have made the power of humor and laughter even more vital to regaining our shared humanity.
Art and Belligerency Off-Broadway
Thane Rosenbaum
November 13, 2023
Desperate times call for degenerate measures. For American Jews, this would be a good time to call upon Phillip Roth.
Why a Jewish Comedian’s Interview With Candace Owens Is a Must Watch
Alan Zeitlin
November 11, 2023
Ami Kozak provided a blueprint of how one can speak about Israel in an effective way in a pointed but respectful interview with conservative star Candace Owens of The Daily Wire.
Alex Edelman on His Show “Just For Us,” Comedy During War, and How Mariah Carey Can Help
Brian Fishbach
November 10, 2023
Comedian Alex Edelman stars in a one-man show, which he describes as an “80-minute love letter to Judaism.”
“The Jewish Dog” Stage Show Brings Audience to 1945 Poland Through a Dog’s Eyes
Brian Fishbach
November 10, 2023
A one-man show telling the story of the Holocaust from the dog’s perspective, starring Roy Abramsohn, as Cyrus the dog.
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