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Danielle Goldstein
September 12, 2024

The Last Word ★★★★

Danielle Goldstein
September 12, 2024
The Last Word ★★★★

Anna Narinskaya’s eye-opening drama reveals the bravery and defiance of women accused of political crimes in Russia who dare to speak out…

Tagged: Jewish theatre, Pussy Riot, Russian protest, Russian activist

Danielle Goldstein
September 10, 2024
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September 10, 2024
Features, Books & Poetry
New listening for a new season

Winter Spring, an audio drama about Judaism, identity and storytelling, launches this Friday. Creator Dr Rachel Knightley reveals the wheres, whats and why-nows behind the project…

Tagged: Jewish identity, Jewish literature, Jewish writing, Jewish podcast

Danielle Goldstein
August 28, 2024
Reviews, Film & TV

Between the Temples ★★★★

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August 28, 2024
Reviews, Film & TV
Between the Temples ★★★★

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Tagged: Jewish film, film reviews, Carol Kane, Jason Schwartzman, Nathan Silver

Danielle Goldstein
August 21, 2024
Reviews, Theatre, Festivals

Rebels and Patriots ★★★★★

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August 21, 2024
Reviews, Theatre, Festivals
Rebels and Patriots ★★★★★

A powerful, hard-hitting drama that tells the vital story of the effect of the IDF on young minds…

Tagged: Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Edinburgh Fringe, Jewish theatre

Danielle Goldstein
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Reviews, Comedy, Festivals

Jew-O-Rama ★★★★

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August 21, 2024
Reviews, Comedy, Festivals
Jew-O-Rama ★★★★

Not sure what comedians to see at this year’s Fringe? This showcase provides a satisfying taster of the Jewish (and Jew-ish) acts performing…

Tagged: Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Edinburgh Fringe, Jewish comedy

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Reviews, Comedy, Festivals

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Reviews, Comedy, Festivals
Henry Ginsberg: Cuddle Slut ★★★

A sincere yet amusing take on the somewhat needy nature of humanity…

Tagged: Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Edinburgh Fringe, Jewish comedy

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Reviews, Theatre, Festivals

Revenge: After the Levoyah ★★★★★

Danielle Goldstein
August 21, 2024
Reviews, Theatre, Festivals
Revenge: After the Levoyah ★★★★★

Acclaimed playwright Nick Cassenbaum presents an astounding new piece of theatre…

Tagged: Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Edinburgh Fringe, Jewish theatre

Danielle Goldstein
August 17, 2024
Reviews, Comedy, Festivals

Leslie Gold: A Chip off the Gold Block ★★★★

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Reviews, Comedy, Festivals
Leslie Gold: A Chip off the Gold Block ★★★★

A fun debut show from the American expat comic…

Tagged: Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Edinburgh Fringe, Jewish comedy

Danielle Goldstein
August 15, 2024
News, Theatre

From Here On: A new international theatre performance

Danielle Goldstein
August 15, 2024
News, Theatre
From Here On: A new international theatre performance

Good Chance and Gecko present a new public production that highlights the plight of child refugees with performances around the globe…

Tagged: Jewish theatre, refugee stories, Kindertransport

Danielle Goldstein
August 13, 2024
Reviews, Comedy, Festivals

David Ellis: The Worst Jew ★★★★

Danielle Goldstein
August 13, 2024
Reviews, Comedy, Festivals
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The quick-witted Brit takes audiences on a personal journey via identity, self-discovery and a very un-PC pudding…

Tagged: Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Edinburgh Fringe, jewish comedy

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