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The Mandelbaum Family Lecture Series Presents: Shakespeare’s Merchant of Venice, a Great Play Despite its Villain
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 | 10:30 AM
WINN ROOM | Coronado Public Library
640 Orange Avenue, Coronado, CA 92118
Dr. Gideon Rappaport argues that while Shakespeare's Merchant of Venice features the problematic character Shylock, the play itself isn't to blame. Despite its semi-anti-Semitic themes, it holds universal value. However, it should not be performed in places where anti-Semitism persists, as its portrayal of Shylock remains offensive and dangerous.
Price: Complimentary
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Lipinsky Family San Diego Jewish Arts Festival and San Diego Center for Jewish Culture Present:
Lily Henley with Duncan Wickel: An Evening of Sephardic Songs
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 | 7:30 PM
Enigma Theatre in Bay Park, San Diego
Award-winning singer, fiddler, and songwriter Lily Henley brings JFest the heartbeat of Sephardic Jewish music, highlighting the Ladino language, which blends old Spanish and Hebrew with touches of Arabic, Turkish, and Persian. Henley’s newly-penned songs and melodies are a reclamation and contribution. With a repertoire that encompasses both her Sephardi musical lineage and a wide range of influences from across the folk world, Henley weaves ancient and modern languages, cultures, and styles in concert, revealing their interconnectedness—and ours. Henley will perform alongside award-winning multi-instrumentalist Duncan Wickel.
"A beautiful fusion of Sephardic and American folk tunes." —ACOUSTIC GUITAR MAGAZINE
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$36 Tickets includes pre-show dessert
$25 Tickets
Lily Henley with Duncan Wickel: An Evening of Sephardic Songs
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Treasures of the Jewish Music Collection
Thursdays, June 5, 2025 | 2:00 PM
Astor Judaica Library
Lawrence Family JCC
Step into the rich tapestry of Jewish musical heritage with Eileen Wingard and a community of music aficionados as they showcase and appreciate iconic musical gems from the Astor Judaica Library’s Jewish music collection.
Jewish Holiday Music- Shavuot Music
JEWISH HOLIDAY MUSIC: Shavuot Music, Rabbi/Cantor Hanan Leberman: Step into the rich tapestry of Jewish musical heritage with Eileen Wingard and a community of music aficionados as they showcase and appreciate iconic musical gems from the Astor Judaica Library’s Jewish music collection.
Price: Complimentary
Jewish Music- Shavuot | June 5
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Jewish Short Play Festival
Monday, June 23, 2025 | 7:00 pm
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC
After a successful debut, the Jewish Short Play Festival returns with more laughter, drama, and thought-provoking themes! Celebrating local and beyond, this year's festival features short plays performed by San Diego's brightest actors. Directed by Debra Wanger, the event explores themes of identity and tradition in contemporary Jewish life. Don't miss this community-driven celebration of talent and storytelling.
Price: $24 | JCC Members: $22
Day Of: $29 | JCC Members: $27
Jewish Short Play Festival
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Daniel Silva: New York Times Bestselling Author of An Inside Job
Monday, July 21, 2025 | 7:00 PM
David & Dorothea Garfield Theatre
Lawrence Family JCC
Join us for an evening with #1 New York Times bestselling author Daniel Silva as he discusses his highly anticipated new thriller, An Inside Job. Known for his acclaimed Gabriel Allon series and masterful storytelling, Silva will share insight into the inspiration and intrigue behind the novel. Each ticket includes a copy, and the event concludes with a book signing.
Price:
JCC Member (Includes One Copy of An Inside Job): $36
JCC Member Couple Rate (Two Tickets, One Copy of An Inside Job): $42
General Admission (Includes One Copy of An Inside Job): $42
Couple Rate (Two Tickets, One Copy of An Inside Job): $48
Daniel Silva: New York Times Bestselling Author of An Inside Job
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