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Modi at the Merage JCC
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Modi at the Merage JCC

Posted Wednesday, October 23, 2024 By Char Williams

Modi at the Merage JCC: The jokes aren’t the only thing flying—so did the tickets! The Merage JCC is excited to share that our much-anticipated comedy event featuring Modi has officially sold out! Named one of the top 10 comedians in New York City by The Hollywood Reporter, Modi is known for his razor-sharp comedic timing, quick wit, and an uncanny ability to connect with audiences from all walks of life. His upcoming performance promises to be one of the most unforgettable nights ...

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Trailblazers of Israeli Cuisine: Michael Solomonov and Steven Cook at the 2024 OC Jewish Arts Festival
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Trailblazers of Israeli Cuisine: Michael Solomonov and Steven Cook at the 2024 OC Jewish Arts Festival

Posted Monday, September 23, 2024 By Aliza Sable

Michael Solomonov and Steven Cook are the visionary co-owners behind CookNSolo Restaurants, a pioneering Philadelphia-based hospitality group, who are celebrated for their commitment to showcasing the rich diversity of Israeli cuisine. Join us on Wednesday, November 13 at 7 p.m., as we welcome Michael Solomonov and Steven Cook to the Merage JCC as part of the 2024 OC Jewish Arts Festival.

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Fiddler on the Roof: A Timely Message of Resilience and Unity in the Face of Antisemitism
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Fiddler on the Roof: A Timely Message of Resilience and Unity in the Face of Antisemitism

Posted Friday, May 3, 2024 By Char Williams

The Merage JCC JStage youth theatre program prepares to captivate audiences with their rendition of the timeless classic, Fiddler on the Roof Junior. Fiddler On The Roof Junior is a special adaptation of the classic Broadway musical, which tackles the universal theme of tradition in ways that reach across barriers of race, class, nationality, and religion. The decision to present Fiddler on the Roof takes on added significance in light of the current climate of rising antisemitism. By ...

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An Evening with Henry Winkler
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An Evening with Henry Winkler

Posted Friday, September 29, 2023 By Aliza Sable

OC Jewish Arts Festival Presents: An Evening with Henry Winkler at the Merage JCC

Saturday, November 11 @ 7:30pm

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JStage: Building A Community
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JStage: Building A Community

Posted Monday, August 28, 2023 By Carina Morales, JStage Artistic Director

My mission for the broader future of JStage is perhaps best articulated by one of our young actors, as written in her Shrek Jr Playbill bio:

I want to just say that the JStage community is a community that you want to be in. You learn so much and you make great friends that will last a lifetime! JStage is a home that welcomes you time and time again, even if you’ve been there for 3 years! JStage makes everyone feel comfortable, loved, and respected. JStage, thank you for everything! - Alyana, 11 years old

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