The mythical comic town of Chelm is a beloved staple of Yiddish literature. Once upon a time, an angel carrying a sackful of foolish souls back to heaven for repair snagged his sack on a tree growing on top a tall mountain top. The sack tore, and the poor foolish souls rolled down the mountainside […]
The mythical comic town of Chelm is a beloved staple of Yiddish literature. Once upon a time, an angel carrying a sackful of foolish souls back to heaven for repair snagged his sack on a tree growing on top a tall mountain top. The sack tore, and the poor foolish souls rolled down the mountainside […]
Prior to performances of "Capture the Moon", scholar Barry Berko will give a presentation on the history of Yiddish stories, their roots in Jewish tradition, and their relevance today. Event tickets are $20.
Prior to performances of "Capture the Moon", scholar Barry Berko will give a presentation on the history of Yiddish stories, their roots in Jewish tradition, and their relevance today. Event tickets are $20.