Jewish Theater and Dance

Jewish performance and dance traditions can be traced back to the Bible.

The unlikely history of a Hasidic melody.

Like theater in many cultures, Jewish theater has religious roots.

A cultural phenomenon of Jewish America in the early 20th century.

A celebrated American composer, conductor, teacher, and pianist who infused his work with his Jewish heritage

The first American Jewish superstar

From 1600 to the 20th century.

A short-lived yet influential movement.

Traditional dances find new values.

This Yiddish film and theater star had a versatile career and also did humanitarian work.

A writer who bridged both Old World and New, but fit into neither.

A new look at a very old fashion statement.