Book Reviews | Dershowitz, Gordis Take on U.S.-Israel Relationship
Defending Israel: The Story of My Relationship with My Most Challenging Client
Alan Dershowitz
All Points Books
We Stand Divided: The Rift Between American Jews and Israel
Daniel...
‘SHIVTEI: Lost & Found’ Explores Story of The Little Shul
At one time, South Philadelphia was home to more than 150 rowhouse synagogues, but about 12 years ago it almost lost the last example...
Editor Goes From Akiba to ‘Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood’
Because it’s not actually a crime — and even if it were, the statute of limitations surely would have expired by now — Fred...
New Exhibit at Beth Sholom Congregation Tells Story of Diasporas
Beth Sholom Congregation has hosted lectures, concerts and a laser-light show for Chanukah, but it’s never done anything like this.
Visual artist David Hartt’s new...
Film Examines Eleanor Roosevelt’s Efforts to Save Holocaust Refugees
By Eliana Rudee
In 1940, a passenger cargo ship called the SS Quanza left the port of Lisbon carrying several hundred Jewish refugees to freedom....
Philly Fringe Roundup: Festival Returns With Jewish-Led Productions
Mark your calendars, because it’s time for the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, which features several productions put on by members of the local Jewish community.
The...
Sculptor Etta Winigrad’s Upcoming Exhibits Showcase Timeless Themes
By Jarrad Daniel Saffren
In 2019 America, everything is political … except Etta Winigrad’s artwork.
The Jewish sculptor transcends the zeitgeist with timeless themes like the...
Hazzan Jessi Roemer Releases ‘PRAISE’, a ‘Soulful’ New Album
While some musicians discourage concertgoers from singing along, for Hazzan Jessi Roemer, that’s entirely the point.
“I’m part of a movement of Jewish musicians who...
Here’s What ‘Shtisel’ Stars Have Been up To
By Samantha Cooper
In May, the creators of the popular TV show Shtisel announced that they would be making a third season. In June, we...
In ‘Significant Other,’ A Man Wonders About His Future When His Friends Marry
For artistic director Peter Reynolds, Significant Other is a perfect expression of what Mauckingbird Theatre Co. tries to do — namely, produce affordable theater...