… 9, 2021 Selections now streaming on YouTube In Conversation with Elizabeth Alexander About the Program Writers Bloc Presents® and the Skirball invite you to a livestream conversation with … presidential inauguration and her recitation of “The Hill We Climb” received widespread praise from media who called the poem “flawless” ( The Atlantic ), “a stunning vision of democracy” ( … pandemic, these poems shine a light on a moment of reckoning and reveal that Gorman has become our messenger from the past, and a major voice for the future. | About Amanda Gorman: …

… The People’s Tongue . Expect the unexpected with dance, klezmer music, and performances from LA poets and writers.    About the Program This ain't no ordinary book talk! Expect the … Arellano Musicians Gustavo Bulgach and Klezmer Juice WriteGirl poet Jane Han BODYTRAFFIC company dancer Joan Rodriguez Poet Alyesha Wise Plus more to be announced! ASL interpretation … scholars, students, musicians, and so many others. It is organized chronologically and offers a banquet of letters, poems, essays, dictionary entries, stories, songs, legislative …

… Public Programs Music Sunset Concerts sponsored by the Bilger Family Thursday, July 25, 2019, 8:00 pm Thursday, July 25, 2019 With a DJ Set by … Esteban Copete and Ecuadoran singer Karla Kanora , this ensemble of Afro-Latino musicians draws from the traditions of escaped slaves to create joyous, socially conscious music that celebrates … experience the Skirball's stunning courtyard filled with music and stories from near and far. Come together with family and friends to hear an eclectic lineup of acts that pay tribute to …

… to change the face of contemporary Yiddish culture and inspire future generations. Hear tracks from their latest album, Apikorsim ( Heretics ), and their impressive catalogue at this highly … activists and folkie balladeers.”—NPR Arrive early to hear a DJ set by Gabby Cost ! | Watch the official video for The Klezmatics' song "Heretics." Check out the NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert … experience the Skirball's stunning courtyard filled with music and stories from near and far. Come together with family and friends to hear an eclectic lineup of acts that pay tribute to …

… Programs Performance Thursday, February 23, 2023, 7:00 pm Thursday, February 23, 2023 A One-Man Theatrical Performance About the Program Filtering the darkest, most dramatic period of modern Jewish history, The Jewish Dog offers a view of the Holocaust through the eyes of a canine unusually fascinated by human … Caleb witnesses firsthand the rise of Nazism and the Holocaust. When events separate him from his Jewish owners, he is adopted by a Nazi family and employed by the SS as a military dog. …

… Programs Words and Ideas Thursday, April 11, 2019, 8:00–9:00 pm Thursday, April 11, 2019 About the Program Hear from the artist’s son and director of the Kwame Brathwaite Archive, Kwame S. Brathwaite , along … Arrive early to view the exhibition and more! Black Is Beautiful will be open to ticketholders from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Cocktails and light fare will also be available for purchase. | In the …

… Performance Thursday, August 31, 2023, 8:00–10:00 pm Thursday, August 31, 2023 Experience the first episode of the audio drama, The Big Lie , performed with live shadow play. Inspired by … their pro-labor, pro-feminist beliefs.  Convinced the film is a recruitment tool for the Communist Party, Jack will do whatever is necessary to shut the production down. The Big Lie is … Hamm (FBI special agent Jack Bergin in The Big Lie ) The Big Lie was created by John Mankiewicz from a story by Salt of the Earth producer Paul Jarrico, co-written by Jamie Napoli, directed by …

… 2022 Now streaming on YouTube Friday Night Dinners Inspired by a Global Jewish Kitchen About the Program Join renowned food writer and recipe developer Faith Kramer as she discusses her new … with fellow foodie and author Jake Cohen ! Embark on a mouthwatering journey of Jewish cuisine from around the world as Kramer shares how the diverse Jewish diaspora has influenced Shabbat cooking throughout history. Books are available from nowservingla.com. “Kramer’s recipes are rooted in classic Jewish preparations and have familiar-sounding …