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0 Music Culture

This ‘Wicked’ version of ‘Adon Olam’ performed by two NYC cantors is proving to be popular

Lisa Keys in JTA · 16 Dec

Cantor Azi Schwartz of Park Avenue Synagogue in Manhattan has captivated audiences with a creative rendition of Adon Olam set to the tune of "Popular" from the musical *Wicked*.

0 Music Culture

This ‘Wicked’ Version of Adon Olam Deserves to Be Popular

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 16 Dec

Cantor Azi Schwartz of Park Avenue Synagogue is renowned for his creative renditions of Jewish prayers, setting them to popular music themes.

0 Music Holidays

Six13’s ‘Wicked’ Hanukkah Parody is Haunting but Uplifting

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 13 Dec

Six13, renowned for its Jewish holiday parodies, released a Hanukkah medley based on the musical "Wicked," originally composed by Jewish Broadway icon Steven Schwartz.

0 Politics Culture

In 'Wicked,' the power of propaganda takes center stage

Olivia Haynie in Forward · 6 Dec

Adapting the Broadway musical into a film, Wicked explores how propaganda can shape perceptions and foment persecution, drawing poignant parallels to historic anti-Jewish rhetoric.

0 Television/Film Music

This Israeli Diva Voices Elphaba in the Hebrew ‘Wicked’

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 4 Dec

Shiri Maimon, one of Israel's most renowned singers, takes on the challenging role of voicing the character Elphaba in the Hebrew dub of the musical film Wicked.

0 Television/Film Culture

Wicked review: ‘it’s a Grande entrance’

Jewish Chronicle · 27 Nov

The film adaptation of "Wicked," directed by Jon M. Chu, draws shocking parallels between its setting and Nazi Germany, reminiscent of Der Stürmer's propaganda.

0 Literature Culture

We can all learn from Wicked, an allegory of Jewish history

Jewish Chronicle · 27 Nov

The musical Wicked, seen as an allegory of Jewish history, offers deep insights into themes of scapegoating and resilience.

0 Culture Politics

10 wicked ways to avoid talking about Gaza and Trump this Thanksgiving

Talya Zax in Forward · 26 Nov

Talya Zax offers a light-hearted guide to sidestepping heavy political topics like the war in Gaza and American politics during Thanksgiving dinners.

0 Culture Television/Film

Idina Menzel and Steven Spielberg Awarded the National Medal of the Arts

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 29 Oct

Idina Menzel, renowned for her roles in "Wicked" and "Frozen," was honored with the 2022 National Medal of the Arts by President Joe Biden, in recognition of her inspiring and uplifting contributions to the arts.

0 Music Holidays

This Kristin Chenoweth Hanukkah Song Is So Epic

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 13 Dec 2023

Kristin Chenoweth, a well-known actress and singer, released a Hanukkah song on her 2021 holiday album titled "HAPPINESS IsChristmas!"

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The History of the Passover Haggadah

Adventures in Jewish Studies · 31 Mar 2020

The Passover Haggadah, a key text in Jewish liturgy, has evolved over time to cater to various traditions and sensibilities, from orthodox to modern.