Arts & Dialogues
Fall Highlights at the Schultz Cultural Arts Hall 2017/2018 Season
Bill Murray, Chef Yotam Ottolenghi, Amit Peled and More!
Welcome to the 2017-2018 Arts & Dialogues season at the Oshman Family JCC.
New This Season!
Our salon-like theater provides an experience unlike any other with impeccable acoustics and an intimate ambience to facilitate one-of-a-kind, upclose encounters with some of the world’s leading thinkers, artists and musicians.
When you purchase tickets to all three events in one of the following series, you’ll save 20%!
We bring people together, and our vehicle is the arts. The arts explore the human condition, making us laugh, delight, express dissent and reflect on life. One of the most meaningful experiences for diverse communities is the moment when all congregate around powerful content that transcends our differences. Those rare and priceless moments remind us that we are all the same. The OFJCC is committed to providing the community with many such moments through meaningful, thoughtprovoking programming at our welcoming, beautiful campus. This season, families will delight in whimsical lively programming like Lightwire Theater, the Amazing Bubble Man, Opera for Families and more. Jazz enthusiasts will swoon listening to our Jazz Giants series with Avishai Cohen and Kenny Barron. World renowned cellist Amit Peled will illustrate his Jewish journey through music, and Bill Murray, in a rare live performance, will bring his wit and charm to the OFJCC stage as he explores poetry and prose in dialogue with Jan Vogler's singing Stradivari cello. We look forward to sharing these special moments with you and your family—join us!
Ronit Widmann-Levy Director of Arts & Culture
People of the Music A Showcase of Israel's Musical Talent Saturday, September 9 Amit Peled in Concert Sunday, September 17 Avishai Cohen Quartet Monday, September 18
Lights, Family, Action! A Showcase of Israel's Musical Talent Saturday, September 9 Lightwire Theater: Moon Mouse—A Space Odyssey Sunday, October 22 The Maccabeats Sunday, December 10
A Showcase of Israel's Musical Talent Join us for a festive performance by outstanding young artists discovered by Ronen Foundation of America who will play classical music highlights and Israeli favorites. Saturday, September 9 | 5pm $15–30 See inside cover or check online for special savings.
Kenny Barron Trio Named ”one of the top jazz pianists in the world” by The Los Angeles Times, Kenny Barron mesmerizes audiences with his elegant playing, sensitive melodies and infectious rhythms. Part of the Jazz Giants series. Thursday, September 14 | 8pm $55–80
Amit Peled in Concert Journey with My Jewishness This powerful program explores renowned cellist Amit Peled’s personal, musical and spiritual journey. Sunday, September 17 | 5:30pm $18–40
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Avishai Cohen Quartet Clever interplay among the musicians sends Avishai Cohen soaring on his trumpet, showcasing why he is one of the most talkedabout jazz musicians on the contemporary scene. Part of the Jazz Giants Series. Monday, September 18 | 8pm $18–60 See inside cover or check online for special savings.
Yotam Ottolenghi and Helen Goh Join food superstar and New York Times bestselling cookbook author Yotam Ottolenghi and longtime collaborator and pastry chef Helen Goh. Tuesday, October 3 | 12pm $20–40
Near Normal Man Film Screening & Conversation Join us for a screening of the award-winning documentary Near Normal Man and a postscreening conversation with Ben Stern, Holocaust survivor and leader of the fierce battle against Neo-Nazis in Skokie, Illinois. Producer/director Charlene Stern joins him. Tuesday, October 3 | 8pm $10–15
Silicon Valley Jewish Film Festival at the OFJCC The SVJFF screens films that showcase Jewish spirit, culture, traditions and humor. Thursday, October 19–Sunday, November 12
Lightwire Theater: Moon Mouse—A Space Odyssey Join a cosmic adventure that celebrates differences through the electroluminescent artistry, poignant storytelling and cast of misfit creatures. Sunday, October 22 | 4:30 & 6:15pm $25–35 See inside cover or check online for special savings.
Opera for Families This fun, interactive opera experience will get the next generation excited about the art form. Saturdays, October 28 & December 9 10:30am $15–18/show
Vincent Written by Leonard Nimoy Starring Jim Jarrett Written by Leonard Nimoy, Vincent tells the story of artistic genius van Gogh, and stars actor, director and world-renowned acting teacher, Jim Jarrett. Part of the Jewish Luminaries Series. Saturday, November 18 | 7pm $20–$55
Bill Murray, Jan Vogler & Friends New Worlds In a rare live performance, Bill Murray will bring his wit and charm to the OFJCC as he explores poetry and prose in dialogue with Jan Vogler's singing Stradivari cello. Saturday, December 2 | 8pm $145–250
The Maccabeats Hanukkah Concert Yeshiva University's student vocal group, the Maccabeats, is a Jewish music and a cappella phenomenon. Sunday, December 10 | 4pm $25–50
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Louis Pearl The Amazing Bubble Man Pearl explores the breathtaking dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry with audience participation. Saturday, December 16 | 11am & 1pm $15–20/show
Take the stage! Enhance your skills or learn new ones with dance, music, photography, painting and theater classes for all ages.
paloaltojcc.org/schoolforthearts Beginning August 22:
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On Set at Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts
Music lovers ages seven and up have the rare opportunity to perform at MVCPA! This 10-session choral experience culminates with an exciting performance backed by extravagant TheatreWorks sets on October 23.
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Thank You for Your Support. We are grateful for the financial support of our patrons. If you would like to contribute to the OFJCC’s cultural arts programming, please visit: paloaltojcc.org/donate. The Oshman Family JCC is proud to be a part of the Initiative on Jewish Peoplehood, presenting educational and cultural programs that explore Jewish heritage, identity and community. The initiative is co-funded by the Koret Foundation and the Taube Foundation for Jewish Life and Culture.
Cultural arts programs are made possible in part through the generosity of Judy and Robert Aptekar, the Koret Foundation, the Oshman Family, the Taube Foundation for Jewish Life and Culture, Bonnie and Marty Tenenbaum and the Albert L. Schultz & Janet A. Schultz Supporting Foundation, a supporting foundation of the Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund.
Thank you to the Palo Alto Sheraton and Westin Hotels for your generous support of the Oshman Family JCC’s performing arts season.
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Arts & Dialogues Fall Highlights at the Schultz Cultural Arts Hall 8/2–11/1 8/2–11/1 Wed 8/30 Sat 9/9 Thu 9/14 Sun 9/17 Mon 9/18 Tue 10/3 Tue 10/3 10/19–11/12 Sun 10/22 Sat 10/28 11/2–2/1 Mon 11/13 Sat 11/18 Sat 12/2 Sat 12/9 Sun 12/10 Sat 12/16
2017/2018 Season
Art Exhibit: My Attic, Your Story From Shtetl to Suburbia by Roslyn Sholin Art Exhibit: Retrospective Painting by Pari Ram Ballerina: A One Woman Play A Showcase of Israel's Musical Talent Kenny Barron Trio Amit Peled in Concert: Journey with My Jewishness Avishai Cohen Quartet Yotam Ottolenghi and Helen Goh Near Normal Man Film Screening and Conversation Silicon Valley Jewish Film Festival at the OFJCC Lightwire Theater: Moon Mouse—A Space Odyssey Opera for Families Art Exhibit: IsraAID Art Reception: IsraAID Vincent: Written by Leonard Nimoy and Starring Jim Jarrett Bill Murray, Jan Vogler and Friends: New Worlds Opera for Families The Maccabeats Hanukkah Concert Louis Pearl: The Amazing Bubble Man
paloaltojcc.org/arts COMING IN 2018
8pm 5pm 8pm 5:30pm 8pm 12pm 8pm 4:30pm & 6:15pm 10:30am 7pm 7pm 8pm 10:30am 4pm 11am & 1pm
Visit our website to see new programs as they are added. All programs are subject to change.
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3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto, CA 94303 (650) 223-8700 | paloaltojcc.org Š 2017 Oshman Family Jewish Community Center
All events are wheelchair accessible and assisted listening devices are available. Please call the box office for more information at (650) 223-8699.
HOW TO ORDER TICKETS
Online in advance: www.paloaltojcc.org/arts By phone at least 24 hours in advance: (650) 223-8699 In person at the Schultz Cultural Arts Hall one hour prior to performance, space permitting
For more information about programs, patron services and policies, visit: paloaltojcc.org/arts. All programs are subject to change without notice.
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