This evening I attended the Western New York premiere of “Oh My God” by Anat Gov at the Jewish Repertory Theatre. Ms. Gov was one of Israel’s premiere dramatists with scores of plays and television programs to her credit. Like all Israeli students, Ms. Gov studied the Bible throughout her school years. As an adult, … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Oh My God’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
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Theatre Review: ‘Looking Through Glass’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
It’s just your typical boy-meets-girl-meets-boy-who-dies and inhabits her body sort of play…with a twist. . . .a fine night of theatre. . . Playwright Ken Kaissar’s local premiere of ’Looking Through Glass,’ a modern adaption of ‘The Dybbuk’ is an ethereal send up to the intensity of love and the power of a promise, produced … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Looking Through Glass’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘The Strudel Lady’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
Jewish Repertory Theatre began its 16th season with a sweet take on empowerment and transformation in the world premiere production of “The Strudel Lady.” Playwright Shirl Solomon penned this charming musical with a healthy dose of Jewish content and a universal message: sometimes it takes a strong new friend to help you believe in yourself. … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Strudel Lady’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Sight Unseen’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
As an art teacher, my students ask me all the time, what makes art, art? This is one of the most difficult questions a student can ask. I almost wish that they would ask me where babies come from, because at least I could tell them to ask their parents. It is a very slippery … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Sight Unseen’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
Jewish Repertory Theatre presents ‘Sight Unseen’ to conclude 2017/2018 season!
The Jewish Repertory Theatre completes its 2017/2018 season with SIGHT UNSEEN, the third production in a season called A Sentimental Journey. “This season we are bringing back a couple of “old” friends – VISITING MR. GREEN and ROSE - who helped us start our JRT journey as well as SIGHT UNSEEN, which will be the … Continue reading Jewish Repertory Theatre presents ‘Sight Unseen’ to conclude 2017/2018 season!
Theatre Review: ‘Rose’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre of Western New York
Rose doesn’t say she’s a heroine. She doesn’t consider herself a victim. She is, however, a survivor. She’s full of irony and contradiction (“I’m eating ice cream to take a pill for cholesterol,” she says as a cold creamy spoonful helps her swallow her meds), and a strong, modern woman who holds onto bits of … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Rose’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre of Western New York
JEWISH REPERTORY THEATRE PRESENTS ‘SIGHT UNSEEN’, BY DONALD MARGULIES, APRIL 19 – MAY 13, 2018
The Jewish Repertory Theatre completes its 2017/2018 season with SIGHT UNSEEN, the third production in a season called A Sentimental Journey. “This season we are bringing back a couple of “old” friends – VISITING MR. GREEN and ROSE - who helped us start our JRT journey as well as SIGHT UNSEEN, which will be the … Continue reading JEWISH REPERTORY THEATRE PRESENTS ‘SIGHT UNSEEN’, BY DONALD MARGULIES, APRIL 19 – MAY 13, 2018
First Look: ‘Rose’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
Throughout America last week, 21st Century women marched through the streets, sporting pink pussycat hats and carrying signs reminding us that equity is still every person’s goal in a sometimes unjust world. In 20th century Poland, women moved stealthily through the streets, seeking to survive on their way to freedom. They didn’t carry signs, and … Continue reading First Look: ‘Rose’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘Visiting Mr. Green’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
“It’s not an easy thing to be a Jew,” Mr. Green kvetches to his court appointed companion in “Visiting Mr. Green,” the first production in Jewish Repertory Theatre’s 15th season. How we navigate through these human minefields is what makes us unique, and what makes productions like "Visiting Mr. Green" the type of theatre that … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘Visiting Mr. Green’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
Theatre Review: ‘The Great God Pan’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
When you think back to your childhood, what do you really remember? Was it all popsicles, playgrounds, and snuggles, or is your subconscious blocking more disturbing moments? And – over time – is not remembering some traumatic really an advantage? ". . .the story is strong, and Hummert’s performance alone is well worth the experience." … Continue reading Theatre Review: ‘The Great God Pan’ at Jewish Repertory Theatre
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