The YIDDISH KING LEAR to be Performed at the Orensanz Foundation, starring David Serero
by Stephi Wild
- Jan 6, 2018
The YIDDISH KING LEAR, written by Jacob Gordin (aka the Jewish Shakespeare), is without a doubt one of the most famous Yiddish plays of all time. Starring David Serero in the title role of King Lear, this unique play will be performed on January 30th and February 1st 2018 at 8pm at the Orensanz Foundation located in the heart of the Lower East Side, New York.
Marlowe's JEW OF MALTA Plays One Night Only December 3
by Stephi Wild
- Nov 20, 2017
The JEW OF MALTA by Marlowe, starring David Serero as Barabas, to be performed in New York for a one night only! On December 3rd at 8pm, the classic play the JEW OF MALTA by Christopher Marlowe will be performed in a stage-reading version, starring David Serero as Barabas. This one night only performance will feature Sephardic songs sung by actor and opera star David Serero at the Center for Jewish History (15 w 16th St. New York NY 10011).
Legendary Russian Samovar Announces the RUSSIAN CABARET NIGHT
by Julie Musbach
- Mar 12, 2017
Located in the heart of the theatre district, the Russian Samovar is a legendary Russian venue opened in 1986. This iconic Russian restaurant is delighted to announce their RUSSIAN CABARET NIGHT featuring the baritone and entertainer David Serero. The evening is a dinner theatre basis including a 3-course meal and a unique David Serero performance of Russian classics and entertainment including singing, audience participation; stand up comedy, improvisation in the warm ambiance and unique decor of the Russian Samovar.
Sephardic OTHELLO to Open in June at Center for Jewish History
by Tyler Peterson
- May 17, 2016
A Sephardic-themed production of William Shakespeare's OTHELLO will debut June 16 to 30 at the Center for Jewish History (15 W. 16 St.), it has been announced by The American Sephardi Federation, the presenting organization. Unique to the production will be traditional Jewish Moroccan songs performed by the cast.
Center for Jewish History to Present NABUCCO, 4/6-17
by Tyler Peterson
- Mar 16, 2016
Giuseppe Verdi's opera classic NABUCCO - about Babylonian Jews in exile during Biblical times - will be presented April 6 to 17 at the Center for Jewish History (15 W. 16 St.) in Manhattan, it has been announced by the American Sephardi Federation, which is presenting a trio of Sephardic-themed production for the first time ever this year in its celebration of Sephardic history and culture. NABUCCO follows the Center's acclaimed adaptation of MERCHANT OF VENICE earlier this year, and will be followed by a revival of OTHELLO in June.
MERCHANT OF VENICE, Featuring Jewish Ladino Score, Opens Off-Broadway Tonight
by BWW News Desk
- Jan 13, 2016
A Sephardic-themed production of Shakespeare's MERCHANT OF VENICE -- with an added score of Jewish ladino songs -- debuts this month at the Center for Jewish History (15 W. 16 St.) in New York City. MERCHANT is the first of three professional productions with Sephardic themes to be presented by American Sephardi Federation; subsequent productions include NABUCCO in April and OTHELLO in June.
MERCHANT OF VENICE, Featuring Jewish Ladino Score, to Open Off-Broadway This Month
by BWW News Desk
- Jan 4, 2016
A Sephardic-themed production of Shakespeare's MERCHANT OF VENICE -- with an added score of Jewish ladino songs -- debuts this month at the Center for Jewish History (15 W. 16 St.) in New York City. MERCHANT is the first of three professional productions with Sephardic themes to be presented by American Sephardi Federation; subsequent productions include NABUCCO in April and OTHELLO in June.
MERCHANT, OTHELLO, NABUCCO Set for Center for Jewish History in 2016
by Tyler Peterson
- Dec 22, 2015
Three Sephardic-themed productions -- two Shakespeare classics and a Verdi opera -- will be presented in early 2016 Off-Broadway in the theater located at the Center for Jewish History (15 W. 16 St.) in New York City, starting with MERCHANT OF VENICE January 13-21, followed by NABUCCO April 6-17 and OTHELLO June 16-30.
Literature, Theatre and More Set for Center for Jewish History's Jan/Feb 2016 Programs
by BWW News Desk
- Dec 14, 2015
The Center for Jewish History has just announced its January & February 2016 programs. Highlights include a discussion on Jewish Museums in the 21st Century, the launch of Lawrence Douglas' book on John Demjanjuk, a daring theatrical examination of racism and anti-Semitism, a look back at the 16th century 'Battle of the Books,' and a look forward at the rise of a 'New Judaism' in Latin America.
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