Search results

Conducted in English, this seminar will offer a close reading of Sholem Yankev Abramovish's grand satire of shtetl life. While the course will use an English translation of the novel, Yiddish-readers may use the original text.

Conducted in Yiddish, this seminar will explore potatoes in Yiddish literature, art, and recipes. Potato enthusiasts will have the option to cook along in real time during class. The course is designed for advanced-beginner and lower-intermediate Yiddish students.

David Birnbaum examines the themes and questions raised by close readings of tales of Rebbe Nakhman of Bratslav, considered by his followers to contain his most holy and mystical teachings, and seen by secular Yiddish literary critics as a foundational text of modern Yiddish literature.

Jonathan Boyarin delves into the captivating world of Yechiel Hofer's book Reb Zalmen, which offers a glimpse into the Aleksanderer Hasidim with whom he studied, prayed, and argued. Delivered in Yiddish.

Chaya Nove provides an overview of Hasidic popular culture, the ideological and cultural diversification within the community, and the the capacity of Hasidim to preserve their traditional lifestyle and adapt to the modern world. Delivered in Yiddish.

Where was Yiddish theater born? And where was its bar mitsvah? With backstories in English and performances in Yiddish-with-supertitles, Presents from Romania is an evening of songs, scenes, stories, and "snippets" that will make you laugh and cry.

Marion Aptroot explores Isaac Wetzlar's ideas for reforming Jewish education in Ashkenaz in the mid-18th century. Delivered in Yiddish.

In honor of Chava Lapin ע”ה on the occasion of her shloyshim we will make a siyum mishnayes, Mishna Ta'anit using the well-known Yiddish translation by her uncle Symcha Petrushka. The program will be conducted by the writer and researcher Michael Wex.

Miriam Trinh explores the distinct periods of Chaim Grade's literary works, analyzing his poetry and prose to understand the unique characteristics of each period. Delivered in Yiddish.