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How one man discovered his Jewish identity through sweating

Mira Fox in Forward · 20 Mar

British playwright Nick Cassenbaum discovered a deep connection to his Jewish identity through the unique ritual of the "schmeiss," a steam room scrub-down traditional among British Jews.

0 Culture Politics

The playwright who puts his Jewishness centre stage

Jewish Chronicle · 16 Jan

Nick Cassenbaum's play "Revenge: After the Lavoyah" tackles the complexities of Jewish identity and political tensions within the British Jewish community.

0 Culture Antisemitism

After the Lavoyah review: ‘Corbyn revenge fantasy with shades of Berkoff’

Jewish Chronicle · 15 Jan

"Revenge: After the Lavoyah" is a bold, comedic play by Nick Cassenbaum that offers a fantastical Jewish revenge narrative against Jeremy Corbyn, reflecting anger over perceived antisemitism.

0 Culture Television/Film

Goldie Frocks and Bear Mitzvah review: ‘this homage to the shmatte trade needs a slight trim’

Jewish Chronicle · 18 Dec 2024

"Goldie Frocks and the Bear Mitzvah," staged at JW3, offers a creative Jewish twist on the classic fairy tale of Goldilocks, set in London's East End.

0 Culture Music

‘Why is this panto different from all other pantos?’

Jewish Chronicle · 1 Dec 2024

JW3 in London presents "Goldie Frocks and the Bear Mitzvah," a unique take on the British pantomime tradition with a distinctly Jewish twist.