Documentary shows how ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ made it to the stage
by Curt Schleier (JTA) — Instinctively, director-choreographer Jerome Robbins (née Rabinowitz) knew the musical that he was preparing for Broadway was something far greater than…
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Jewish Roller Derby is here to shatter the stereotype of Jewish women
by Emily Burack (Alma) – Roller derby is known for many things: badass women, hilarious punny names, and of course, amazing feats of roller skating…
Veggie shwarma pita sandwich: A meat-free alternative for lunch or dinner
by Emanuelle Lee This recipe originally appeared on The Nosher. Pita bread is often stuffed with spiced, shaved shwarma meat or crunchy, deep-fried falafel. But…
Folk Fest and Fringe are gems of the summer festival season in Edmonton
By Deborah Shatz (EJNews) – Summer in Edmonton means the return of festival season in Alberta’s Capital. Now that the fabulous Heritage Festival has come…
Pashtida with zucchini, corn and tomatoes: A colorful celebration of summer produce
by Emanuelle Lee This recipe originally appeared on The Nosher. Pashtida (a crustless quiche) is beloved and common in Israel, where it is enjoyed at…