Events for April, 2017
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Lilith: Virgi...Lilith: Virgin or Seductress?Rabbi Shira leads a text study and discussion on Lilith, the enigmatic character who is too often shunted to the shadows of Jewish history. Discuss ways that women today are often placed in boxes or classified in ways that are neither nuanced nor helpful. |
Joan NathanJoan NathanFrom the James Beard Award-winning cookbook author comes King Solomon’s Table: A Culinary Exploration of Jewish Cooking from Around the World, a collection of recipes from the global Jewish diaspora. |
Anoushka Shan...Anoushka Shankar – Early ShowShankar returns to both her cultural and familial roots, leading a virtuoso septet in a program devoted to North Indian classical music. The artist combines Indian musical currents with jazz, pop, flamenco, and more for a return performance on our stage. Anoushka Shan...Anoushka Shankar – Late ShowShankar returns to both her cultural and familial roots, leading a virtuoso septet in a program devoted to North Indian classical music. The artist combines Indian musical currents with jazz, pop, flamenco, and more for a return performance on our stage. |
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Unconventiona...Unconventional Women: Ariel LevyThe New Yorker staff writer was raised to resist traditional rules about work, love, and womanhood. In The Rules Do Not Apply, she shares her story of building an unconventional life, watching it fall apart, and the adventure and heartbreak of being a woman who is free to do whatever she chooses. |
Broadway SingsBroadway SingsThis acclaimed concert series takes a pop icon and flips their music to create new, unique arrangements and orchestrations. Each installment gathers over a dozen Broadway stars to belt out new versions of the songs you love, backed by a full jazz band. |
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CANCELED: Cam...CANCELED: Campy HourThis Memorial Day Weekend, a group from Sixth & I will relive the fun of summer camp with other Jewish adults from across the country at Camp Nai Nai Nai, a project of Moishe House and Trybal Gatherings. Get in the camp spirit and learn more about the experience at our pre-camp social. Enjoy grownup takes on camp favorites, including a gourmet grilled cheese bar and a local craft cider sampling. |
Sheldon ScottSheldon ScottDC-based artist and storyteller Sheldon Scott speaks as part of the Creative Mornings series. |
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Senator Eliza...Senator Elizabeth WarrenIn This Fight Is Our Fight, the U.S. Senator from Massachusetts combines her personal story, her public advocacy for progressive values, and the stories of Americans struggling to get ahead in an inspiring call to action on behalf of the embattled middle class. |
Sheryl Sandbe...Sheryl Sandberg and Adam GrantSheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant, authors of Option B, talk about building resilience and moving forward after life’s inevitable setbacks. |
Kelly OsbourneKelly OsbourneIn There Is No F*cking Secret, the television personality, fashion designer, singer, and actress provides an intimate look at the stories and influences that have shaped her unconventional life. |
Man’s Attempt...Man’s Attempt at ThoughtfulnessCombining spirituality, psychology, modern masculinity, and good scotch, Rabbi Scott brings a group of men together to attempt some thoughtfulness about life’s more important questions. Caitlyn JennerCaitlyn JennerIn The Secrets of My Life, Jenner shares details of her childhood as Bruce Jenner, her rise to fame as a gold-medal-winning Olympic decathlete, and her experience as the world’s most famous transgender woman. |
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Adventures wi...Adventures with God: Stephen TobolowskyWith My Adventures with God, the character actor offers a funny, introspective story collection about love, catastrophe and triumph that, in turn, describe his evolving relationship with the mystery that we call “God.” |
Gabourey SidibeGabourey SidibeIn This Is Just My Face: Try Not to Stare, the Oscar-nominated Precious star and Empire actress shares a one-of-a-kind life story in a voice as fresh and challenging as many of the unique characters she’s played onscreen. |
Russell HowardRussell HowardOne of the U.K.’s most successful stand-up comedians, Howard brings his trademark blend of upbeat musings and razor-sharp wit to the U.S. with a brand new show. |
