OFJCC Palo Alto presents Hollywood Actors, World Musicians, and More This Fall
by A.A. Cristi
- Aug 8, 2017
The Oshman Family Jewish Community Center of Palo Alto proudly presents the stellar line-up for its Fall 2017-2018 Arts & Dialogues series, featuring world-renowned musicians, artists, and a host of fascinating thinkers, doers, and innovators. Beginning in September and continuing through December, the OFJCC will host spectacular performances from globally acclaimed instrumentalists such as Israeli cellist Amit Peled and Yeshiva University's The Maccabeats a cappella phenomena. The Jazz Giants series will have audience members swaying along to the mesmerizing sounds of trumpeter Avishai Cohen, and the infectious rhythms of multi-award-winning jazz pianist Kenny Barron. Families will love the whimsical and interactive Amazing Bubble Man, and the much-anticipated return of Opera for Families provides an enriching introduction to the art form for youth of all ages. In December, acclaimed actor Bill Murray will charm audiences with his unique brand of wit in a rare live performance with distinguished German cellist Jan Vogler, in a one-of-a-kind experience combining literature and classical music.
SHORTCUTS 2 At Empire Stage
by Beau Higgins
- May 30, 2012
The Playgroup kicks off its second year with SHORTCUTS 2, a program of nine short plays by local playwrights. The show will play at The Empire Stage, 1140 North Flagler Drive, Fort Lauderdale, Saturday June 2nd, at 8pm and Sunday June 3rd at 3pm.
