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THE GOLDEN AGE OF SECOND AVENUE (1968)

Gol

An entertaining and loving chronicle of Yiddish theater in America, from its beginnings at the turn of the century to its Golden Age on Second Avenue. Narrated by Herschel Bernardi, this documentary includes excerpts from classic Yiddish films (subtitled in English) plus rare stills and musical vignettes from the American Yiddish Theater, as well as scenes from New York’s Lower East Side. The film introduces viewers to the major personalities of 75 years of Yiddish theater, including an unrehearsed meeting with Molly Picon, Jacob Kalich, Isaac Bashevis Singer, Jacob Ben Ami, Berta Gersten, and Cella Adler. Includes performances by Paul Muni, Maurice Schwartz, Menashe Skulnik, Molly Picon, and Boris Thomashefsky.

Color/B&W. 1 hr.10 min. AGE: 12 to Adult

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THE HANUKKAH SOLDIER (1992)

Han

Set in southern Tennessee in 1862, this is a short play about racial intolerance and religious prejudice during the Civil War. A Jewish northern soldier is forbidden to light his menorah by a prejudiced sergeant. The company's black cook, a former slave, shows the soldier the importance of standing up for your beliefs.

23 min. AGE: 12 to Adult