Leonard Bernstein

John Garfield and Paul Newman could have been contenders in ‘On the Waterfront’

PJ Grisar in Forward · 14 Nov

The iconic film 'On the Waterfront' could have featured either John Garfield or Paul Newman instead of Marlon Brando as Terry Malloy.

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How a Jewish deep-sea diver found treasure, shipwrecks and Leonard Bernstein

Jim Sullivan in Forward · 12 Nov

Howard Rosenstein, a Jewish diver and entrepreneur, began his remarkable career after discovering a Roman coin while diving off the coast of Israel in 1968.

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Exhibit highlights impact of ’The Dybbuk’ for the past 100 years

Jennifer A. Stern in Forward · 28 Oct

S. An-ski's play The Dybbuk has profoundly influenced Jewish culture since its premiere in 1920, and it continues to captivate audiences a century later.

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Letters, Summer 2024

Jewish Review of Books · 15 Jul

In the "Letters, Summer 2024" section, David Lobron praises Maya Arad's novella "The Hebrew Teacher," likening it to Vladimir Nabokov's work and highlighting the depiction of marginalized characters in academia.

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Kaddish for the Maestro

Leon Botstein in Jewish Review of Books · 26 Apr

"Kaddish for the Maestro" is a film directed by Bradley Cooper that portrays the legendary musician Leonard Bernstein.

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Bernstein in the Desert

Shalom Goldman in Tablet · 19 Mar

Leonard Bernstein's profound connection to Israel began even before its establishment as a state.

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What if Oscar voters pick Bradley Cooper’s nose?

PJ Grisar in Forward · 23 Jan

Bradley Cooper's film "Maestro" has received mixed reactions and controversial attention, with some criticizing his portrayal of Leonard Bernstein's nose.

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What to watch on Christmas? Your Jewish guide to this winter’s biggest movies

JTA Staff in JTA · 22 Dec 2023

This article provides a guide for Jewish viewers looking for movies to watch during the Christmas season.

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‘Maestro’ Gives Legendary Jewish Conductor Leonard Bernstein the Reverence and Love He Deserves

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 21 Dec 2023

The author praises the film "Maestro" for providing a loving and reverent portrayal of Jewish conductor Leonard Bernstein.

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The Schnoz

Judith Miller in Tablet · 18 Dec 2023

"Maestro," the latest film directed by Bradley Cooper, examines the life and love of composer-conductor Leonard Bernstein.

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Leonard Bernstein and Taylor Swift: Both musical geniuses, but only one movie captures the spirit of their artistry

Talya Zax in Forward · 14 Dec 2023

The article compares two recent movies, "Maestro" and "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour," which explore the lives and artistry of Leonard Bernstein and Taylor Swift, respectively.

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Leonard Bernstein was a big deal. Why does 'Maestro' make him so small?

PJGrisar in Forward · 14 Dec 2023

The film "Maestro" focuses on Leonard Bernstein's marriage with actor and activist Felicia Montealagre, highlighting the toll his selfishness took on their relationship.

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Leonard Bernstein was far more Jewish than you'd know from 'Maestro'

Mira Fox in Forward · 8 Dec 2023

The article discusses the omission of Leonard Bernstein's Jewish identity in the new biopic "Maestro."

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The Leonard Bernstein biopic ‘Maestro’ has been plagued by ‘Jewface’ controversy. Many Jewish fans don’t care.

Gabe Friedman in Forward · 3 Oct 2023

The biopic "Maestro" about Leonard Bernstein, directed by and starring Bradley Cooper, has been criticized for its non-Jewish stars' use of prosthetics to portray Jewish characters, leading to a controversy known as "Jewface."

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Makeup artist apologizes over prosthetic nose worn by Bradley Cooper in ‘Maestro’ film

BCohen in Forward · 5 Sep 2023

Makeup artist Kazu Hiro has apologized for the backlash over Bradley Cooper's prosthetic nose in the film "Maestro," where Cooper plays Leonard Bernstein.

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Makeup artist apologizes over prosthetic nose worn by Bradley Cooper in ‘Maestro’ film

Gabe Friedman in JTA · 5 Sep 2023

Kazu Hiro, the makeup artist who transformed Bradley Cooper into Leonard Bernstein for the film "Maestro," has apologized for creating a prosthetic nose that some believe perpetuates Jewish stereotypes.

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Nosegate

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 31 Aug 2023

The controversy surrounding Bradley Cooper's portrayal of Leonard Bernstein in the new biopic Maestro has reignited discussions about "Jewface" and non-Jews playing Jewish roles.

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Everybody Nose

Bonjour Chai · 25 Aug 2023

Phoebe Maltz Bovy wrote a column for the _Globe and Mail_ discussing the sexist backlash in Israel fueled by the religious right, which is seen as a threat to the country's liberal-democratic values.

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Can we please stop talking about Bradley Cooper’s nose?

Laura E. Adkins in Forward · 16 Aug 2023

The article discusses the controversy surrounding actor Bradley Cooper's portrayal of Jewish musician Leonard Bernstein in the upcoming film Maestro.

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LEONARD BERNSTEIN

Jewish Lives · 29 Jun 2022

In this discussion, composer Allen Shawn explores the life and work of Leonard Bernstein, a prominent figure in 20th-century American music.

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The classical world remembers renowned conductor Boris Brott, 78, who 'painted with music'

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 7 Apr 2022

The episode commemorates the life and impact of Boris Brott, an iconic Canadian conductor who made classical music accessible and vibrant.

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Whose West Side Story?

Jewish Currents in On the Nose · 3 Feb 2022

The recent remake of West Side Story by Steven Spielberg and Tony Kushner has sparked a discussion about the outdated and stereotypical depictions of Puerto Ricans in the original musical.

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More than 60 years later, ‘West Side Story’ still matters — here’s why

Forward · 14 Dec 2021

"West Side Story," a musical created by four Jewish artists at the height of their careers, continues to resonate over 60 years later.

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The original ‘West Side Story’ was Jewish — would it have been a better musical?

Forward · 13 Dec 2021

The original concept for "West Side Story" involved a Jewish gang and a theme of religious intolerance, particularly around antisemitism.

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Stephen Sondheim on West Side Jews, Israel, and Cole Porter

Abigail Pogrebin in Tablet · 30 Nov 2021

In an interview with Abigail Pogrebin, composer Stephen Sondheim discusses his Jewish identity and upbringing.

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