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JPLAYS WITH THE ROUSTABOUTS: Watch on the Rhine


Sunday, October 22, 2023 | 6:30 pm
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

The 2023-24 JPlays season kicks off with Lillian Hellman’s haunting Watch on the Rhine. This play tells the story of an idealistic German who, along with his family, flee’s Hitler’s Germany and finds sanctuary in America, only to return to his homeland and join the resistance movement in an effort to fight the unfolding fascism.

Price: $36 | JCC Members: $30

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Our Shabbat Table With Leah Koenig


Friday, October 27, 2023 | 7:30 pm
The Bean
Lawrence Family JCC

Join us for an author talk and Shabbat dinner with Leah Koenig, author of Portico: Cooking and Feasting in Rome’s Jewish Kitchen which features over 100 flavorful recipes of Rome’s Jewish community. The evening will include a Shabbat Dinner featuring Koenig’s recipes that showcase the cuisine’s elegantly understated vegetables, braised stews, rustic pastas, olive oil–fried foods, and never-too-sweet desserts.

Pricing:
Ticket including a copy of Portico: $90 | JCC Members $80
Ticket not including a copy of Portico: $54 | JCC Members $43

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THE MAURY & LILLIAN NOVAK DISTINGUISHED AUTHOR SERIES: The American Way: A True Story of Nazi Escape, Superman and Marilyn Monroe


Thursday, November 2, 2023 | 7:00 pm
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

The Maury & Lillian Novak Distinguished Author Series returns with a bang! Kicking off this exciting season is Helene Stapinski and Bonnie Siegler’s The American Way, which follows two men - Jules Schulback and DC Comics publisher Harry Donenfeld on a true-life adventure exploring glamorous Hollywood, the birth of the comic book and the experiences of the Holocaust.

Price: $25 | JCC Members: $20

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J'Accuse! A Film and Community Event


Sunday, November 5, 2023 | 10:00 am
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre

Lawrence Family JCC

We join together the award-winning film J’Accuse! and a conversation between the film’s two main subjects - Silvia Foti, author of Storm in the Land of Rain: A Mother’s Dying Wish Becomes Her Daughter’s Nightmare, and Grant Gochin, an American philanthropist, journalist, politician, and activist of Jewish South African descent - together with J’Accuse! director, Michael Kretzmer.

Price: $10 | JCC Members: $8

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An Evening with Al Franken


Thursday, November 16, 2023 | 7:00 pm David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

From 15 years with Saturday Night Live, to nearly a decade in the Senate, to now host of one of the nation’s top political and public-affairs podcasts, Al Franken entertains and enlightens as he discusses his far-ranging career in comedy and public service. VIP tickets include preferred seating and reception featuring Al in attendance.

Pricing:
General Admission: $75 | JCC Members: $60
VIP (Sold Out): $150 | JCC Members: $120

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Lo-Mein Laughs Presents Simply Barbra


Monday, December 25, 2023 | 6:00 pm
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Steven Brinberg is the premier Barbra Streisand impressionist, performing his incredible show, Simply Barbra, to international acclaim as he pays homage to all that is Streisand. An evening of comedy cabaret where Brinberg looks and sounds more like Barbra than Barbra. Enjoy your vegan Chinese food as Brinberg makes Barbra come to life before your very eyes!

Price: $65 | JCC Members $52 (all tickets include Dinner)

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Our Shabbat Table with Bonnie Stern & Anna Rupert


Friday, January 12, 2024 | 7:30 - 9:30 pm
The Bean
Lawrence Family JCC

Join us for an author talk and Shabbat dinner with Bonnie Stern & Anna Rupert, authors of Don’t Worry, Just Cook. This duo’s cookbook features easy-to-follow recipes to help cooks of all experience levels and includes kitchen wisdom that will build your confidence in the kitchen. The evening will include a Shabbat Dinner featuring Stern and Rupert’s irresistible recipes.

Price:
Ticket including a copy of Don't Worry, Just Cook: $84 | JCC Members $73
Ticket not including a copy of Don't Worry, Just Cook: $54 | JCC Members $43

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The Jewish Dog


Saturday, January 27, 2024 | 7:00 pm
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Filtering the darkest period of modern Jewish history, The Jewish Dog offers a view of the Holocaust through the eyes of a canine fascinated by human affairs. Directed by Yonatan Esterkin, based on the novel by Asher Kravitz, and featuring Roy Abramsohn as the beloved dog, this performance explores loyalty, identity, and the fine line that separates humanity from animals.

Price: $36 | JCC Members: $30

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Our Shabbat Table with Susan Simon and Zoe B. Zak


Friday, March 8, 2024 | 7:30 - 9:30 pm
The Bean
Lawrence Family JCC

Join us for an author talk and Shabbat dinner with Susan Simon & Zoe Zak, authors of The Cook and the Rabbi. In their book, Simon & Zak devote a chapter to each of the Jewish holidays and feature recipes that reimagine traditional dishes with flair. The evening will include Zoe’s thoughtful insight and a dinner featuring Susan’s inspired dishes.

Price:
Ticket including a copy of The Cook and The Rabbi: $84 | JCC Members $73
Ticket not including a copy of The Cook and The Rabbi: $54 | JCC Members $43

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Lewberger & The Wizard of Friendship


Sunday, March 31, 2024 | 7:00 pm
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Lewberger is Keith Habersberger (The Try Guys), Alex Lewis, and Hughie Stone Fish. This 3-man comedy band based in Los Angeles, CA, got a standing ovation on America’s Got Talent, were finalists on NBC’s Bring The Funny, and are now presenting their first ever musical! We are thrilled to bring their sold out Off-Broadway engagement to San Diego!

Price:
GA Ticket: $36 | JCC Members: $30
VIP Ticket: $75 | JCC Members: $60

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Our Shabbat Table with Kitty Morse


Friday, April 5, 2024 | 7:30 pm
The Bean
Lawrence Family JCC

Join us for an author talk and Shabbat dinner with Kitty Morse, author of Bitter Sweet. Morse was inspired for her cookbook when she discovered a notebook belonging to her great-grandmother, Blanche listing 160 heirloom recipes. This event will feature Morse’s retelling of how she adapted Blanche's recipes for the American kitchen and will include a dinner highlighting Blanche’s recipes.

Price:
Ticket including a copy of Bitter Sweet: $84 | JCC Members $73
Ticket not including a copy of Bitter Sweet: $54 | JCC Members $43

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A Tribute to Charlie Fox: Featuring JCompany's On The Town Performing Ambassadors


Sunday, June 2, 2024 | 7:00 pm
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC

Listen to our ON THE TOWN Ambassadors perform the work of songwriter Charlie Fox. Known for "Killing Me Softly with His Song" as well as the themes for Happy Days, Wonder Woman, and more, Fox has been regarded as one of the best songwriters of all time. Joining our ambassadors onstage will be special guests, local celebrities, and Charlie himself!

Price: $36 | JCC Members: $30

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