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Picks and Clicks for April 4–10, 2009

Geert Wilders, a Dutch politician, wrote and commissioned “Fitna,” a 2008 short film that argues that Islam encourages terrorism, anti-Semitism and Islamic universalism. Banned from entering the United Kingdom and embroiled in various legal battles for his fierce anti-Islam rhetoric,
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April 3, 2009

SAT | APRIL 4

(CONCERT)

American-Israeli virtuoso violinist Gil Shaham will be performing on his rare 1699 “Countess Polignac” Stradivarius, joined by the chamber group, Sejong, a string ensemble of 15 accomplished musicians from eight nations. The concert will feature Haydn’s Violin Concertos in G, Haydn’s Violin Concertos in C and Mendelssohn’s Octet. Sat. 8 p.m. $20 (students), $36 (seniors), $45 (adults). California State University, Northridge, Plaza del Sol Performance Hall, 18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge. (818) 677-2488. ” title=”http://www.yadbyadla.org” target=”_blank”>http://www.yadbyadla.org.


SUN | APRIL 5

(LECTURE)

Geert Wilders, a Dutch politician, wrote and commissioned “Fitna,” a 2008 short film that argues that Islam encourages terrorism, anti-Semitism and Islamic universalism. Banned from entering the United Kingdom and embroiled in various legal battles for his fierce anti-Islam rhetoric, Wilders is touring the United States on a trip to promote his ideas. Wilders will be the guest speaker at a breakfast (non-kosher) and screening of “Fitna,” sponsored by the David Horowitz Freedom Center, American Freedom Alliance and Children of Jewish Holocaust Survivors. Proceeds will go toward the Geert Wilders Legal Defense Fund. Sun. 10 a.m.-noon. $50. Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles. Advance registration required, (818) 849-3470 ext. 209.

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WED | APRIL 8

(PASSOVER)

Magician and escape artist Curtis Lovell II will be recreating the Ten Plagues for Temple Isaiah of Newport Beach’s “The Magic of Passover Seder.” The illusionist, who has been buried alive, tossed into the Singapore River and cut Paris Hilton in half, will be the highlight of a Passover seder that combines tradition with modern-day entertainment. Wed. 6:30 p.m. $10 (children), $50 (adults). Orange County Fair and Events Center, Building No. 16, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa. (714) 644-1371.

ATID’s second night Passover seder, titled “The Journey Continues,” will be an evening of music and discussion, storytelling and socializing. Rabbi Brian Schuldenfrei will lead the seder for young professionals, ages 21-39, featuring musical guest RebbeSoul. Singles and couples are welcome. Thu. 6:30 p.m. $34 (members), $39 (general). Sinai Temple, Barad Hall, 10400 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. Advance registration required, (310) 481-3244. ” title=”http://www.sidewalkstudiotheatre.com” target=”_blank”>http://www.sidewalkstudiotheatre.com.

 

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