Winnie Holzman is the writer (with renowned composer/ lyricist Stephen Schwartz) of the hit musical Wicked, which has been running for over 20 years on Broadway, and has been produced all over the world. She also co-wrote both screenplays for the movie adaptations of Wicked. After graduating from Princeton University, Winnie went to New York City where […]
*Due to overwhelming demand, this event is sold out. We will announce if more seats become available. Â They Fight With Cameras screening 6:30pm Thursday, April 16th, hosted by AJHS and the Jewish Museum, at the Center for Jewish History. Â A newly found cache of wartime letters unlocks a gripping first-person account of WWII […]
Join us for a conversation with author Michael Kimmel, SUNY distinguished professor emeritus of sociology, and moderator Henry Sapoznik. Â Michael Kimmel reveals the illuminating story behind the creation of the American toy industry in his new book, PLAYMAKERS: The Jewish Entrepreneurs Who Created The Toy Industry In America. This fascinating and entertaining new book […]
Julie Salamon, New York Times best-selling author sits down with the Forward’s Senior Political Reporter Jacob Kornbluh. Kornbluh is a British-American who covers events related to New York City and the Jewish Community. He received attention for his coverage of Jewish responses to COVID-19, notably in New York’s Orthodox population. Kornbluh was profiled in the […]
Join the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research for a book talk with author Rebecca Kobrin and moderator Annie Polland. This event is co-sponsored by AJHS and hosted by YIVO, for questions regarding this program please email info@yivo.org. What are immigrants to do when business opportunities abound in their new home, but banks refuse essential financial […]