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Antisemitism Laid Bare In New Theatre Show I LOVED JEW, I LOVED JEW: True Stories By Acclaimed Writers
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 21, 2023

Antisemitism Laid Bare in New Theatre Show: True Stories by Acclaimed Writers explores the impact of antisemitism through powerful storytelling. Discover the thought-provoking narratives that shed light on this important issue.

Tovah Feldshuh Shares Stories Of Her Life And Career at The Braid
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2022

On television, film, and the stage, Tovah Feldshuh is the quintessential Jewish mother. A six-time Emmy and Tony nominee and winner of numerous other acting awards, Ms. Feldshuh has been a successful actor and Broadway star for more than five decades.

Genealogists And Genetic Sleuths Will Trace Your Jewish Roots At New Zoom Event From The Braid
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2021

Two famous genealogists will give you tips on tracing your Jewish roots across the diaspora at a new Sunday Morning with The Braid Zoom event on Sunday, June 13.

Broadway Producer Sharleen Cooper Cohen To Share Stories From Her Showbiz Life At The Braid
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2021

First an author, then the producer of such musical hits as Stormy Weather: The Story of Lena Horne, An American in Paris, and soon the international smash An Officer and a Gentleman, which she co-wrote and produced, Sharleen Cooper Cohen has been called a true Jewish Renaissance Woman.  Now she's going to tell virtual audiences how she does it all when she visits Sunday Morning with The Braid (formerly Jewish Women's Theatre) on March 14.

The Braid to Celebrate the Festival of Lights with Author Talk and Performance Tribute to the Life of Leonard Cohen
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2020

Best selling author and biographer Michael Posner, author of the just-released Leonard Cohen, Untold Stories, which chronicles the breadth of Cohen's extraordinary life, will share stories at a new Sunday Morning with The Braid Zoom Event on Sunday, December 6, at 11:00am PT/2:00pm ET.

Learn About Jewish Suffragists at A New Zoom Event From The Braid/Jewish Women's Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2020

In three weeks it will be time to vote, and women can now cast their ballots because of the hard-fought right that suffragists won for all women one hundred years ago. 

Two Superstar Comedy Writers Lead New Zoom Program From The Braid/Jewish Women's Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 25, 2020

Who writes the words that make the whole world laugh?  The answer is the two accomplished and hilarious guests who will take the virtual stage at The Braid/Jewish Women's Theatre's next uplifting Zoom event, The Comedy of Coping, on Sunday, September 6.

Distinguished Public Health Leader to Appear At Jewish Women's Theatre Zoom Event
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2020

As the American public yearns for trustworthy, truthful medical information, Rear Admiral Susan Blumenthal, M.D., MPA (ret) will provide it at a special Jewish Women's Theatre (JWT) Sunday Morning at The Braid  Zoom event on Sunday, June 14, at 11 a.m. PDT.

Creative Couples To Be Highlighted In Chat With Author Angella Nazarian At Jewish Women's Theatre Via Zoom
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2020

Sunday Morning at The Braid, the popular interview and performance event from Jewish Women's Theatre (JWT) that has featured Jewish leaders, movers and shakers, authors, and cultural icons for nearly four years will offer a new online program on Sunday, May 3 featuring author Angella Nazarian in conversation with award-winning screenwriter Arlene Sarner.

New Virtual Interview Series Now Available From Jewish Women's Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2020

Corky Hale To Present Birthday Tribute To Billie Holiday At Catalina Jazz Club
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2020

Acclaimed Jazz harpist-pianist-vocalist Corky Hale will present a 105th Birthday Show honoring Billie Holiday on Tuesday, April 7, at 7:30 PM, at the Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood. 

Corky Hale JAZZY CHRISTMAS Re-Released By LML Records
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 13, 2019

Corky Hale's critically acclaimed holiday album, “Have Yourself a Jazzy Little Christmas,” has been reissued by LML Records.  An acclaimed jazz harpist, she also excels on piano and vocals.  She is joined by Kirk Smith on bass and Tom Walsh on drums.

Author Takes Readers Along On Her Journey From Sutton Place To An Oregon Commune 
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2019

Remember the days when you were tempted to tune in, turn on, and drop out?  Many baby boomers shared the dream of escaping the cruel world, but writer/actress Carol Schlanger actually did. She will discuss her new book Hippie Woman Wild: Life and Love on an Oregon Commune at Jewish Women's Theatre's Sunday Morning at the Braid on August 11.

Jewish Women's Theatre To Present Bravissima! Jewish Women In Music
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 20, 2019

Three of LA's most acclaimed musicians will share their personal stories at Bravissima! Jewish Women in Music at The Braid, home of Jewish Women's Theatre (JWT) in Santa Monica on April 7 from 10 a.m. to noon. 

Corky Hale Presents Birthday Tribute to Billie Holiday at Catalina Jazz Club
by Julie Musbach - Mar 18, 2019

Acclaimed Jazz harpist-pianist-vocalist Corky Hale will present a 102nd Birthday Show honoring Billie Holiday on Thursday, April 6, at 7:30 PM, at the Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood. Hale is one of the few people still performing who was actually a close friend of Holiday's, playing for her on the 'Stars of Jazz' TV show, and on several recordings and live appearances, and was the only female pianist to regularly accompany her.

Corky Hale to Hold Book Signing in West Hollywood
by Julie Musbach - Jan 10, 2019

Corky Hale, legendary jazz harpist, pianist, vocalist, and social activist, will sign copies of her new book, "Corky Hale Uncorked," on Wed., Jan. 16 at 7 PM at Book Soup in West Hollywood.

Corky Hale Publishes New Book, Set For Annenberg Concert Dec. 21
by Julie Musbach - Nov 14, 2018

Legendary jazz harpist-pianist-singer Corky Hale, who has performed with some of the greatest stars in music history, as well as been a pioneering social activist, is publishing a new biography this month, 'Corky Hale Uncorked,' written by Jerry Leichtling and Arlene Sarner. 

Philanthropist, Activist, Music Legend Shares Her Stories From Billie Holliday To Barbra Streisand To Bjork
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 6, 2018

Jewish Women's Theatre's (JWT) will present music legend Corky Hale in her first interview about her new book, Corky Hale UNCORKED! Music, Marriage and Making a Difference, at Bagels & Bestsellers on Sunday, July 29 from 10 am to noon.

Celebrating Gamechanging Jewish Women In Hollywood with an In-Depth Panel at The Braid
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2018

Jewish women are, and always have been, change agents in Hollywood. Jewish Women's Theatre (JWT) will present a performance and panel that looks at the evolving role of these smart, talented, aggressive and influential women on Sunday, February 11 from 10 am to noon at The Braid, JWT's performance and art space, 2912 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica.

Jewish Women's Theatre to Present L.A Premier of New Documentary About Pioneering Woman in Film
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2017

A Classy Broad: Marcia's Adventures in Hollywood, the fascinating feature-length documentary film about a Jewish girl from San Antonio who shattered Hollywood's glass ceiling, will have its LA premiere at Jewish Women's Theatre (JWT) in Santa Monica on Sunday, April 23 at 10 am.