PAST EVENTS
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Nails and Nachas
Meet the queen of the beauty business – OPI’s co-founder Suzi Weiss-Fischman and learn her fascinating story. OPI has transformed the world of nail polish and currently is sold in over one hundred countries on six continents. Suzi remains primarily a Jewish mom and grandma who always puts family first and makes a difference through charitable giving. Moderated by Maureen Rubin.
November 6, 2022
Jewish Clowns: a Hidden History
Meet Danielle Lewsky, an educator, journalist, and a Jewish clown herself, who explores clowning’s roots in ancient Rome all the way through the Middle Ages to the present day, its variations across the world, and the specific role it has played in the history of the Jewish people. Moderated by David Chiu.
October 2, 2022
Meet Marcia Seligson
Marcia Seligson chased Mother Teresa across the globe to score an interview. See that story performed by actor Wendy Hammers, and hear more incredible tales from Marcia herself. Moderated by Arlene Sarner.
September 18, 2022
Reclaiming Happiness
Join us as three experts tell us how to ditch the stress, get back to normal, and enjoy life again! Our panelists are Psychologist Alan Goodwin JD, PhD., Rabbi Evan Moffic, and Psychiatrist Shelly Cohen, M.D.
August 21, 2022
Meet Tovah Feldshuh
A six-time Emmy and Tony nominee and winner of numerous other acting awards, Tovah Feldshuh has been a successful actor and Broadway star for more than five decades. Moderated by Arlene Sarner.
July 10, 2022
The Jewish Response to the Ukraine
The Jewish people have a thousand year history in Ukraine. It is still home to the third largest Jewish population in Europe and the fifth largest in the world. Moderator Lisa Rosenbaum explored the Jewish response to the Ukrainian crisis with Joe Goldman of HIAS and Hagit Krakov Cherni of IsraAID, two major international Jewish humanitarian aid organizations, about what they’re seeing on the ground right now.
June 12, 2022
HOLY SPARKS: Celebrating Fifty Years of Women in the Rabbinate
Take a virtual tour of this historic exhibition, which pairs 24 cutting-edge, Jewish women artists each with a pioneering woman rabbi to create original, stunning works of art — each one inspired by the individual rabbi’s personality, geography, and biography. Our tour is led by Jean Bloch Rosensaft, Director of the Dr. Bernard Heller Museum.
Feb 1-May 8, 2022 in New York, at the Dr. Bernard Heller Museum
MALKA NEVIDI
Meet Israeli artist Malka Nevidi as she shares a glimpse into her studio and her personal life.
Sunday, March 20, 2022
LARAINE NEWMAN
Meet Laraine Newman, an original cast member of Saturday Night Live. Moderated by Arlene Sarner.
Sunday, March 13, 2022
JOSH RAWITCH
Meet the new president of the Baseball of Fame as he takes us through the amazing history of Jewish baseball players and a look at today’s all-stars.
Sunday, Feb. 27, 2022
CAROLINE AARON
Join us as Caroline Aaron of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel shares memories of her highly unusual Southern Jewish childhood and her extraordinary career in television, film, and on Broadway.
Sunday, Jan. 16, 2022
DANIELLE AGAMI
Danielle Agami, founder and artistic director of the Los Angeles–based Ate9 modern dance company, shares secrets of the dance world and how her Jewish background shapes her art. Moderated by Lisa Rosenbaum.
Sunday, December 12, 2021
ANNIE KORZEN
Join Annie and her TikTok producer Mackenzie Morrison to learn how Annie became an internet sensation at age 82. Moderated by Maureen Rubin.
Sunday, November 14, 2021
FREIDA ROTHMAN
Meet famed jewelry designer and entrepreneur Freida Rothman as she shares her story of how beauty creates strength and hope. Moderated by Arlene Sarner.
Sunday, October 17, 2021
CIRCUS JEWS
Historian and performer Stav Meishar shares how in the late 19th and early 20th centuries Circus Jews achieved international fame – until World War II changed their fate. Moderated by Maureen Rubin.
Sunday, August 8, 2021
ELLEN HARPER: Life at the Center of the Folk Music Revival
Jewish folk legend shares heartwarming stories, compelling music history, and her triumph over discrimination. Includes a special dramatic performance plus Q&A with the audience. Moderated by Lisa Rosenbaum.
Sunday, July 11, 2021
GENEALOGY: Our favorite new pastime
An exploration and talk with experts Libby Copeland and Tammy Hepps. Includes a special dramatic performance by 2 Braid actors and Q&A with the audience. Moderated by Arlene Sarner.
Sunday, June 13, 2021
JEWISH MOTHERS: Inspirational, Collaborative & Always Loving
Meet three successful moms and the super children they’ve raised: Lisa & Arline Geduldig; Sherri Morr & Jesse Bernstein; Galya & Shani Sarner. Moderated by Maureen Rubin.
Sunday, May 2, 2021
VISIONARY JEWISH ARCHITECTS: A Conversation with LA’s Acclaimed Creators
Meet Bob Hale and Michael Lehrer, two renowned LA architects who share the stories behind their legendary global projects and the innovative environmental structures they have created for our city. Moderated by Jodie Mendelson, architect and Braid board member.
Sunday, April 11, 2021
SHARLEEN COOPER COHEN: A True Renaissance Woman
Author, playwright, lyricist and Broadway producer. Sharleen shares stories from her showbiz life. Includes Q&A. Moderated