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From Generation to Generation coming to JCC Theatre this fall
by Elyce Azriel, Director, Temple Israel High School by Linda Mirvish, Theatre Committee publicist An organized, Jewish high school education is a The original musical, HHMH^^BM||Hgg^__|_featured are Stacey Zolz. Dana part of every person's formal Jewish education. It Generation to ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^— Thompson, Rachel Javitch, is the high school years that have become the most From Corey Sanchez, Caroline Dube appropriate time to stress Jewish values and con- Generation, written by land Lisa Hatch. cepts on a more mature level. Jewish learning can Karen Sokolof Javitch and [ Mrs. Javitch, producer of the be broadened so that the youth do not remain with Elaine Jabenis, will open I Thursday, 6ct 10, 7:30 p.m. f show, says, 'I am donating the an "elementary" version of faith and culture. proceeds of the opening night to Parents who want their children's Jewish inter- at the JCC Theatre with a the Theatre Endowment Fund ests to develop in a normal, healthy manner must special gala premiere as a benefit for the JCC Theatre Ito help ensure future quality insist on a Jewish high school education no leas theatrical events for our comthan a public high school one. Temple Israel has Endowment Fund. The Javitch-Jabenis duo, jmunity." made a commitment to do just that. Our new High School will offer an enriched along with Roxanne Wach, A festive wine and buffet advanced academic program, along with providing are the creative talents Ireception hosted by Mrs. an environment in which students will be exposed behind this heartwarming IJavitch's father, Phil Sokolof, |will follow, the performance. to a variety of ideas, values and practices to help and humorous musical about Rose Lieberman,her strengthen their Jewish identity. We will provide Co-chairpersons of the JCC [Theatre Committee Marcia teent^gers with a natural setting for combining enduring and unique gift to Jewish education with Jewish social experiences. her unborn granddaughter Lipsman and Marilyn'Fred are Students are encouraged to expand their knowl- and future generations. Karen Javitch (left), and Elaine enthusiastic about this opportu Ihe 15 original songs in Jabenis look over the script for f>om n'ty to benefit the Theatre edge of Judaica and exchange views on issues. Endowment Fund. ^ They are encouraged to develop strong Jewish val- the musical were written by Generation to Generation. Mrs. Javitch, with some of f ues and a sense of unity with the Jewish people. "With Karen's extraordinarily We at Temple Israel High School believe that the the lyrics written by Joanie Jacobson. They most generous offer to give the entire proceeds of the primary goal of a Jewish education is to give stu- recently combined their talents by writing the first night of the performance to our fund," said dents the knowledge and skills, and to develop atti- song, One-Hundred Years-a tribute to NCJW Mrs. Lipsman, "members of the community have the chance to help support the performing arts at i tudes, that will enable them to participate actively which was recently performed at The Rose. Elaine Jabenis, who is also directing the show, our theatre for this year and for seasons to come." as independent members of the Jewish community. "But even more exciting," said Ms. Pred, "by conAs members, they can make intelligent and won the prestigious 1996 Fonda-Mcguire Award ' Jewishly informed decisions and contributions to for 'best performance of the year" at the Omaha tributing to and participating in the premiere perthe world in which they Uve. Jewish learning is a Playhouse for her role as Daisy in Driving Miss formance, we all have a unique chance to be part of Vfelong pursuit and should not stcqi at .some arbi- Daisy. She is very visable in the theatre communi- Omaha's Jewish theatre history." ty as not only an actress, but as a director and [ trary point. Tickets for the donor evening are $50 for Gold High school classes will be on Wednesday even- writer. 'I am very fortunate to have Elaine as my Patrons, and $25 for Silver Patrons. For reservadirector. She's a woman with extraordinary talent ings and will bring more than 90 students to tions, call Member Services at 334-6426. Temple in grades 9-12. This program has two peri- and enthusiasm," Mrs. Javitch said. Five additional performances at the JCC Theatre Mrs. Jabenis is directing the cast of 17 Omaha ods with once-a-month school-organized dinners and once-a-month youth group dinners. The high actors including Myma Robbins, Earl Bates, Pegi will be open to the general public on Oct. 12, 13, Georgeson, Rebecca Glasson, Deborah and Ellen 17,19 and 20. school and youth group will be closely linked. For more information and reservations for these In an attempt at building a strong educational Radloff, Anna Raful, Barb Treadway, Marianne program, a core curriculum has been created. This Young, Jan Rowley and Keith Allerton. Also performances, call 397-6789. means that on every Wednesday evening the first hour.class is prearranged. The secQnd period wrill be electives. Recognizing the varying abilities and by Pam Monsky, Federation communications director interests of the high school students when possible, The Jewish Federation of Omaha has developed differentiated courses of study will be offered. a new program for individuals between the ages of We are often asked, 'What happens after Bar/Bat 20 to 40 called Young Jewish Omaha (YJO). The Mitzvah and. Confirmation in the Religious purpose of the program is to provide new and School?" and "Do teenagers continue to be exciting ways to expand personal and professional Involved?" The answer to both questions is a contacts, while learning about contemporary {resounding "Yea." Our teens will participate in a Jewish issues and Jewish community involvement. Variety of exciting and challenging programs and David Goldberg and Trenton Magid are chairherve as wonderful role models for the younger stumen. Steering committee members are Stacie and ^nts in our school and for one another. Marc Brodkey for the "Take a Break" social programming; Lisa Platt and Sandy and John Lehr for educational/religious events; and Tom Vann and Jordana and Jim Glazer for "Tikkun Olam," the social action program. "Tlie programs that YJO will sponsor are important because they help us to raise the awareness of Judaism in our lives. Sometimes, we get so busy Members of the Young Jewish Omaha that Judaism gets put on the back burner,' said Steering Conunittee are, troat row, firom left: Mr. Goldberg. "The Federation, with all of its Jordan Glazer, Sharon Kirshenbaum (staff); resources, is reaching out to young people and proand David Goldberg. Back row: Tom Vann, viding a program without cost to the participants. Sandy Lehr, John Lehr, Trenton Magid, Jim YJO is a great way to meet other young Jewish Glazer, Stacie Brodkey and Mark Brodkey. adults in social or educational settings," be said. Trenton Magid added, "YJO is a great opportuniage group an opportunity to become involved, ty for lifelong Omahans and new members of the spend time with other young Jewish people and tbt Bureau of Jewish Education sponMred community to meet each other, learn something increase their awareness of Judaism. We are lookI Walcome Back Teachers night for Omaha's and have some fun. We have a new and creative ing forward to getting to know those who have not '•llgious aohools. Featured speaker Babbi way for young Jewish adults to get together.* been involved in the past and strengthening the Toasl Gordon, teacher, collefe instructor Events being planned for member* ore an Israeli comn^itment of those who have been involved. ind author fW>m 81 Paul, MN, said to the wine-tasting party. "Lunch and Leoms* with local "A brochure introducing YJO will be mailed to teachers, 1 would guess that IS years ago, rabbis, and community service projects with the community. Anyone who is interested, or if you be word 'spirituality* came up once every Jewish Family Service, Children's Hospital, and know someone in this age group, please fill out and Ive to six weeks; now it comes up in converItonald McDonald House. return the postage paid response card on the latlon once every five to six minutes; there's Sharon Kirihenbaum, Young Leadership brochure," added Ms. Kirshenbaum. I real quest...people are asking for it, for Outreach Coordinator, said, "I am excited about For additional information, please call Ma. lives and for their children." YJO. It is going to give people in the 20-40 Kirshenbaum at 334-648S.
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