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Jewish Chronicle An Israeli director debuts with a film shot in a kibbutz ravaged by October 7 18 Sep 2024
Keren Nechmad's debut film, 'Kissufim,' finds itself enshrouded with the tragic events that befell the kibbutz where it was shot. Initially planned as a comi...
18 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Booker Prize 2024 shortlist includes three Jewish authors 17 Sep 2024
Three Jewish authors, Rachel Kushner, Yael van der Wouden, and Anne Michaels, are shortlisted for the 2024 Booker Prize, marking a notable representation in ...
17 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle ‘I love Fiddler so much that I finally have my own Tevye’ 17 Sep 2024
The author's lifelong affinity for Tevye from "Fiddler on the Roof" is humorously explored in her relationship with her partner, Jeremy, who bears a striking...
17 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle The Real Thing review: ‘Stoppard at very top of his game’ 13 Sep 2024
Tom Stoppard's 1982 play, 'The Real Thing,' receives a vibrant revival at the Old Vic, reminding audiences of Stoppard's unparalleled skill in blending comed...
13 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle The Shapiro Family review: ‘portraits of a forgotten dynasty’ 11 Sep 2024
Rachel Bayvel's book on the Shapiro family, curated by her daughter Polina Bayvel, delves into the remarkable yet overlooked lineage of a Jewish dynasty know...
11 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Goodbye to Russia review: ‘the journalists who don’t make old bones’ 11 Sep 2024
Sarah Rainsford's book, "Goodbye to Russia: A Personal Reckoning from the Ruins of War," chronicles the perilous environment for journalists and activists un...
11 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle The Critic review: ‘acidic revenge plot in 1930s London’ 11 Sep 2024
"The Critic," set in 1930s London, explores the influence of theatre critics during a time of political tension marked by Oswald Mosley's Blackshirts. Starri...
11 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Wiesenthal review: ‘Inside the mind of a Nazi hunter’ 11 Sep 2024
The play 'Wiesenthal,' currently showing at the Kings Head Theatre, offers a poignant look into the life and work of famed Nazi hunter Simon Wiesenthal. Writ...
11 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Don’t know much about biology... 11 Sep 2024
This article tackles three distinct topics. First, it highlights the importance of genetic testing for Jewish university students through the Jnetics program...
11 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle ‘My mission to help motherless Jewish daughters like me’ 11 Sep 2024
Lynda Dullop, inspired by her own experience of losing her mother at 15, has launched a support forum for Jewish women who have lost their mothers. After tra...
11 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Vogue model and war journalist Lee Miller’s Jewish friends and lovers 11 Sep 2024
Lee Miller, renowned as both a model and a groundbreaking war photographer, is celebrated in a new biopic featuring Kate Winslet. The film delves into Miller...
11 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Kaos review: a deliciously Kaotic romp through modern Olympia 10 Sep 2024
"Kaos," a Netflix series created by Charlie Covell, offers a fresh reimagining of Greek mythology anchored by standout performances, especially Jeff Goldblum...
10 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Review: Swan Lake: ‘This reworking left me disappointed’ 6 Sep 2024
The State Ballet of Georgia's rendition of Swan Lake at the London Coliseum, under the artistic direction of Nina Ananiashvili, left critics underwhelmed. De...
6 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle A year on, why don’t films ask what Hamas aims to achieve? 6 Sep 2024
As the anniversary of the October 7 Simchat Torah massacre approaches, global media, including the BBC, are preparing to commemorate the events with films fr...
6 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle JC2’s guide to the best new books for children 6 Sep 2024
The article highlights an intriguing array of children's books that explore diverse themes, ranging from imaginative and historical narratives to profound mo...
6 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Jewish Nonagenarians review: ‘triumph over adversity’ 6 Sep 2024
Jewish Nonagenarians: Ordinary People, Extraordinary Lives by Lawrence Collin is a poignant exploration of the lives of 12 nonagenarian Jews, highlighting th...
6 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Dance performance outside Liverpool Street Station to mark 85 years since Kindertransport 5 Sep 2024
A dance-theatre production titled "From Here On" will be performed outside Liverpool Street Station, marking 85 years since the Kindertransport brought nearl...
5 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Firebrand review: ‘Jude Law’s Henry VIII’ 5 Sep 2024
The film "Firebrand," directed by Karim Anouz, brings to life Henry VIII's tumultuous reign, with a focus on the perspective of women, such as Henry's sixth ...
5 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Death of England review: ‘love and hate across the racial divide’ 5 Sep 2024
"Death of England: A Trilogy" concludes with a powerful exploration of racial tensions and familial bonds in modern Britain, focusing on the dynamics between...
5 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Meet commercial theatre’s ‘socialist’ producer 5 Sep 2024
The article profiles Kenny Wax, a prominent theatre producer known for his nurturing approach and connection to his Jewish roots. Based in London, Wax is cel...
5 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle How Judaism struck a chord for America’s first black woman cantor 5 Sep 2024
Jenni Asher, from California, is set to become the first black woman in the USA to be ordained as a cantor. Her unique journey into Judaism began with her up...
5 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle The shoe designer whose footwear is the life and sole of the simcha – and the red carpet 5 Sep 2024
Lisa Kay, a former chartered accountant and member of Bushey United Synagogue, founded Sole Bliss in 2017 to create stylish yet comfortable high heels for wo...
5 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Full cast announced for new play What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank 4 Sep 2024
The full cast for Nathan Englander's play, "What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank," has been announced, headlined by Joshua Malina in his London d...
4 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle Oy-asis! We already have broiges from the last time you insulted me 2 Sep 2024
In anticipation of the upcoming Oasis concerts in Manchester's Heaton Park next July, Angela Epstein reflects on the challenges and cultural juxtapositions t...
2 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle As your children start the new school year, think of Ariel and Kfir 1 Sep 2024
This emotionally charged article reflects on the start of the school year in Israel, contrasting the joy of children embarking on new educational adventures ...
1 Sep 2024
Jewish Chronicle ‘We need more women in physical science’ 29 Aug 2024
Rivka Isaacson, a professor of molecular biophysics at King's College London, is advocating for greater female representation in the physical sciences. Comin...
29 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle An Absence of Cousins review: ‘it does Segal a disservice’ 29 Aug 2024
"An Absence of Cousins" by Lore Segal, reviewed by Jennifer Lipman, is a collection of interlinked short stories originally published in The New Yorker, feat...
29 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle I Seek a Kind Person review: ‘the British small ads that saved Jews from the Nazis’ 28 Aug 2024
Julian Borger's book, "I Seek a Kind Person," reveals the poignant and lesser-known method by which many European Jews attempted to escape Nazi terror: class...
28 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle Out of the blue 28 Aug 2024
This travel piece explores Halkidiki and Thessaloniki in Greece, emphasizing the luxurious experience at Cora Hotel & Spa inspired by Aristotle's philosophie...
28 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle The ways we remember those we loved 28 Aug 2024
This article reflects on personal and meaningful ways to remember and honor deceased loved ones, beyond traditional rituals. The author shares intimate anecd...
28 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle My grandmother’s handmade life 28 Aug 2024
Miriam Gold, an artist and teacher, explores her grandmother Dr. Elena Zadik's life in a graphic memoir, "Elena: A Hand Made Life." Combining various art for...
28 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle Blink Twice review: ‘men are the enemy of women’ 27 Aug 2024
"Blink Twice," directed by Zoë Kravitz in her debut, explores themes of gender power dynamics and deception through the story of Frida and Jess who infiltrat...
27 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle Shifters review: ‘friends without benefits’ 27 Aug 2024
"Shifters" is a notable entry in British theatre, being only the third work by a black British playwright on the West End. Written by Benedict Lombe, the pla...
27 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle The non-Jewish playwright teaching Edinburgh Fringe audiences about antisemitism 23 Aug 2024
Jonathan Salt, a non-Jewish teacher and playwright, is educating audiences at the Edinburgh Fringe about antisemitism through his one-man play, "Confessions ...
23 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle Remembering the golden age of the New York Jewish intellectual male 22 Aug 2024
The post-World War II era saw the rise of a distinctive Jewish American intellectual masculinity in New York, as detailed by Ronnie Grinberg in his book "Wri...
22 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle Why I’d rather tough it out than take painkillers 21 Aug 2024
The author shares her reluctance to take painkillers following a double mastectomy despite being in pain, influenced by watching a TV show highlighting the d...
21 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle The Jewish rom-com that tells you everything you ever wanted to know about platonic love 21 Aug 2024
"Between the Temples" is a Jewish rom-com film that explores themes of platonic love, spirituality, and cultural identity. Directed by Nathan Silver, the sto...
21 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle Between the Temples review: ‘excruciating in the best way’ 21 Aug 2024
"Between the Temples" is a film set in upstate New York, portraying a Jewish community that is either nostalgically comforting or frustratingly oblivious to ...
21 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle Farm hall review: ‘an absorbing thriller’ 21 Aug 2024
"Farm Hall" is a thrilling play set in a Cambridgeshire mansion where six German scientists, including prominent Jewish figures like Albert Einstein, lament ...
21 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle How to broaden your kids’ cultural horizons on holiday without them realising it 21 Aug 2024
The author discusses their experience of planning a more culturally enriching holiday for their children, opting for a road trip through Provence and Tuscany...
21 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle The JC is starting a new blind dates column…. and we need daters! 19 Aug 2024
The Jewish Chronicle is launching a blind dates column to celebrate TuBAv, looking for singles of any age and background to be set up by their own matchmaker...
19 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle On a diet? Then don’t come to my Friday night dinner! 16 Aug 2024
The text humorously discusses the challenges and frustrations hosts may face when accommodating guests with specific dietary restrictions, particularly those...
16 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle ‘Joining the cast of Cable Street is a dream!’ 15 Aug 2024
Brady Isaacs Pearce, 24, expresses excitement about joining the cast of Cable Street, a musical depicting the 1936 event when East End residents thwarted fas...
15 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle A Greek Odyssey 15 Aug 2024
The writer shares their experience of a luxurious private yacht charter in Greece aboard the Lagoon 52 catamaran, Oneida, which offered a bespoke experience ...
15 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle Slovenia’s green heart 15 Aug 2024
The article discusses the beauty and attractions of Slovenia, particularly focusing on Lake Bohinj, Ljubljana (the capital city), and Lake Bled. It highlight...
15 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle The Writers’ Castle review: ‘gripping portrait of the reporters at Nuremberg’ 14 Aug 2024
"The Writers Castle" by Uwe Neumahr provides a vivid depiction of the journalists present at the Nuremberg Trials, including well-known figures like John Dos...
14 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle Hitler’s People review: ‘an important book’ 14 Aug 2024
"Hitler's People: The Faces of the Third Reich" by Richard J. Evans delves into why many regular citizens supported Hitler's regime, exploring the deception ...
14 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle Widow Cliquot review: ‘more prosecco than champagne’ 14 Aug 2024
"Widow Cliquot" is a film that depicts the story of Barbe Nicole Cliquot, who fought against champagne chauvinism in a male-dominated industry after her husb...
14 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle A Chorus Line review: ‘makes the case for show’s revival’ 14 Aug 2024
"A Chorus Line" is celebrated for its unique portrayal of the individuals who make up the chorus, breaking away from the typical faceless ensemble. The show,...
14 Aug 2024
Jewish Chronicle Mum has disowned me more times than I’ve noshed a bagel 14 Aug 2024
The author reflects on their complicated relationship with their mother, who has disowned them numerous times, contrasting it with their mother's interaction...
14 Aug 2024