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PRESIDENT’S GREETING Here at the Skirball Cultural Center, we seek to bring meaning and understanding to all people by telling the stories that convey ancient Jewish values. Over time, six of these values have emerged for us as the most essential, as developed by our founder, Uri D. Herscher, in collaboration with the Skirball team and through study of our ancient texts. It is my honor, during this Passover season, when Jews around the world gather to tell the Exodus story, to share the Skirball’s six essential Jewish values with you now:
HONOR MEMORY
Remember the days of old; consider the generations long past. (Deuteronomy 32.7)
WELCOME THE STRANGER
You shall not oppress a stranger, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt. (Exodus 22.21)
SEEK LEARNING
Great is study, for it leads to action. (Talmud, b. Kid. 40b)
PURSUE JUSTICE
You shall not stand idly by while your neighbor bleeds. (Leviticus 19.16)
BUILD COMMUNITY
How good and pleasant it is to dwell together. (Psalms 133.1)
SHOW KINDNESS
The world is sustained by compassionate deeds. (Pirke Avot 1.2) Within these pages, you’ll see each of these values expressed through our programs. Together these values and the experiences they inspire at the Skirball offer discovery and hope, foster human connections, and call upon us all to help build a more just society.
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Take Part in Our Essential Values Honor memory—Hear US Poet Laureate Joy Harjo and draw inspiration from her deep connection to her ancestors and homeland. (see p. 9) Welcome the stranger—View the exhibition Tightrope: Americans Reaching for Hope, exploring how to embrace and support those who are marginalized or excluded from the American dream. (see pp. 6–7) Seek learning—Take part in Noah’s Ark at the Skirball™: The Art of Imagination, a digital portal to education content and storytelling for the little ones in your life. (see pp. 18–19) Pursue justice—Explore the art of Ai Weiwei, whose work depicts the experiences of global refugees, prisoners of conscience, and communities seeking a more just and compassionate world. (see pp. 4–5) Build community—Watch a documentary about rabbinical student Tamar Manasseh as she leads the way to make her neighborhood a place of joy and safety. (see p. 11) Show kindness—Invite a friend to join you for a virtual talk by chef Jenn Louis about the comfort food staple and culinary gesture of love, chicken soup! (see p. 10) On the cover: Typographic representation of the Skirball’s six essential Jewish values by Oded Ezer.
OUR MISSION The Skirball Cultural Center is a place of meeting guided by the Jewish tradition of welcoming the stranger and inspired by the American democratic ideals of freedom and equality. We welcome people of all communities and generations to participate in cultural experiences that celebrate discovery and hope, foster human connections, and call upon us to help build a more just society. MAR/APR 2021
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ARTIST SPOTLIGHT AI WEIWEI This spring, the Skirball invites you to delve into the life and work of Ai Weiwei. One of the world’s most socially engaged artists, Ai Weiwei has confronted issues ranging from the global refugee crisis to government censorship. Known for challenging the political status quo, he was detained by the Chinese government for eighty-one days in 2011 and then prohibited from traveling abroad until 2015. His position as a dissident artist has informed the tenor and reception of much of his recent work. In anticipation of the exhibition Ai Weiwei: Trace at the Skirball, immerse yourself in the art and activism of Ai Weiwei with engaging programs and resources you can experience from home.
ONLINE OFFERINGS
DISCOVER AND EXPLORE • A Conversation with Ai Weiwei (now streaming)—In a rare speaking engagement, Ai Weiwei joins Skirball curator Yael Lipschutz to discuss his body of work in the context of social justice. • Skirball Curator Talk (now streaming)—Learn about Ai Weiwei’s art, life, and the events that compelled him to make Trace. • Bearing Witness: Documentary Films by Ai Weiwei (now streaming)—Gain a deeper understanding of human rights issues around the world by viewing Ai Weiwei’s four most recent documentaries: Cockroach (2020), Coronation (2020), Vivos (2020), and The Rest (2019). • Mobile Guide (now online)—Discover the stories of each individual depicted in Trace at the Skirball, hear from the artist and curator, and more! Available in English and Spanish. • Video Tour (coming soon)—Experience Trace virtually by watching this Skirball gallery walkthrough.
EXHIBITIONS
AI WEIWEI: TRACE
Spring 2021, public-health orders permitting
Ai Weiwei: Trace honors activists, prisoners of conscience, and advocates of free speech. Created in 2014, while Ai Weiwei was under house arrest, the exhibition resonates with the artist’s own experiences of incarceration and life under government surveillance. Like Ai Weiwei, the individuals represented in Trace have been detained, exiled, or have sought political asylum because of their actions, beliefs, or affiliations. The Skirball presents three of the original installation’s six floor panels, featuring eighty-three LEGO® portraits of individuals from more than twenty-five countries. To complement this monumental display, Ai Weiwei has created a striking 360-degree wallpaper installation entitled The Animal That Looks Like a Llama but Is Really an Alpaca. At first glance, the pattern looks merely decorative, but it is riddled with hidden iconography like surveillance cameras, handcuffs, and Twitter logos, which allude to Ai Weiwei’s tweets challenging authority. Look closely and you’ll find the alpacas—a mascot for freedom of expression in Chinese internet culture. In the face of authoritarianism around the world, Trace puts a spotlight on the importance—and fragility—of our most basic democratic ideals.
Check skirball.org for opening updates, ticketing guidelines, and safety protocols. Ai Weiwei: Trace is organized by the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC.
LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this exhibition. The exhibition and its related educational programs are made possible by support from the following Lead Donor:
Steve Tisch Family Foundation
Along with generous support from the following donors:
Billie B. and Steven G. Fischer Foundation Chara Schreyer and Gordon Freund
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EXHIBITIONS
TIGHTROPE
Americans Reaching for Hope Through May 31, 2021
Discover the untold stories of twenty-first-century America in Tightrope: Americans Reaching for Hope, the online exhibition based on the New York Times–bestselling book of the same name by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalists Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn. Featuring individuals from the city of Baltimore all the way to rural Yamhill, Oregon, the exhibition pairs real-life experiences with historical context to explore America’s most complex problems—including the opioid epidemic, the prison-industrial complex, and a lack of affordable healthcare. Showcasing more than twenty-five searing images by Pulitzer Prize–winning photojournalist Lynsey Addario, Tightrope invites us to take an unflinching look at crises hiding in plain sight. Yet, even as it chronicles the lives of those struggling to survive in the world’s wealthiest country, Tightrope bears witness to the resilience of the human spirit. Experience the exhibition’s vivid storytelling, then get involved with organizations offering viable solutions to help transform the lives of Americans reaching for hope.
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ONLINE EXHIBITION
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The exhibition and its related educational programs are made possible by generous support from the following donors:
Rebekah and Howard Farber Karsh Family Foundation
RELATED PROGRAM LYNSEY ADDARIO IN CONVERSATION WITH SHERYL WuDUNN
Sunday, March 14, 11:00 am (PT)
Meet Lynsey Addario, the artist and humanitarian behind the striking photographs in Tightrope: Americans Reaching for Hope. In conversation with journalist and Tightrope co-creator Sheryl WuDunn, Addario discusses her recent work documenting the COVID-19 crisis. Through intimate and arresting images of doctors, patients, and other affected individuals, Addario offers a harrowing look at life and loss amid the pandemic. After the talk, join us for a Q&A with the artist.
FREE | Reservations required
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WORDS AND IDEAS A CONVERSATION WITH NOBEL LAUREATE KAZUO ISHIGURO
Klara and the Sun
Wednesday, March 10, 12:00 pm (PT)
Writers Bloc Presents® and the Skirball present contemporary novelist Kazuo Ishiguro, author of The Remains of the Day and Never Let Me Go. His latest book, the highly anticipated Klara and the Sun, is his first since winning the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2017. This thought-provoking dystopian novel is told from the perspective of Klara, an artificial friend designed to be a child’s companion. In conversation with Emmynominated screenwriter and Westworld co-creator Lisa Joy, Ishiguro discusses the implications of artificial intelligence and the fundamental question of what it means to love. Book purchase required to register.
Per book: $33.75 (includes shipping) VIRTUAL TALK
BLAKE BAILEY IN CONVERSATION WITH PETER SAGAL
Philip Roth: The Biography Tuesday, April 13, 5:00 pm (PT)
Writers Bloc Presents® and the Skirball invite you to an evening with acclaimed biographer Blake Bailey as he delves into his newest work, Philip Roth: The Biography. For this project, Bailey was granted independence and complete access to Roth’s personal archive. He spent years poring over Roth’s life, interviewing those close to him, and engaging the author himself in breathtakingly candid conversations. The result is an indelible portrait of an American master and key figure in the postwar literary scene. Joined by humorist Peter Sagal (NPR’s Wait Wait... Don’t Tell Me!), Bailey puts this enigmatic figure into focus. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from the biographer personally chosen by the late, great Philip Roth. Signed books available for purchase from Chevalier’s Books.
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VIRTUAL TALK
CELEBRATING EARTH DAY WITH US POET LAUREATE JOY HARJO
An American Sunrise
Thursday, April 22, 7:00 pm (PT)
In honor of Earth Day, hear esteemed poet Joy Harjo read selections from her vast body of work—including from her latest book of poetry, An American Sunrise. A member of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Harjo is the first Native American to be named Poet Laureate of the United States. Joining in conversation with literary curator Louise Steinman, Harjo explores the ways her poems create a dialogue with history: finding blessings in the abundance of her homeland and thrumming with quiet anger at living in the ruins of injustice.
FREE | Reservations required VIRTUAL TALK This program is made possible in part by support from:
“[Joy Harjo’s] poetry is light and elixir, the very best prescription for us in wounded times.”—Sandra Cisneros, author MAR/APR 2021
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WORDS AND IDEAS AN EVENING WITH JENN LOUIS
The Chicken Soup Manifesto
Wednesday, March 24, 7:00 pm (PT)
According to chef Jenn Louis, a bowl of chicken soup is the ultimate gesture of love. In her new book, The Chicken Soup Manifesto, the James Beard Award–nominated chef explores this comfort food staple and its many interpretations around the world—including her own mother’s matzo ball soup. In this conversation between Louis and Evan Kleiman (KCRW’s Good Food), discover mouthwatering culinary traditions, flavors, and folklore from cultures as diverse as Ethiopia, Guatemala, and Eastern Europe. Signed books available for purchase from jennlouis.com.
FREE | Reservations required
VIRTUAL TALK
“A crave-worthy and soulful celebration of culture and diversity.”—Anita Lo, chef
FILM
THEY AIN’T READY FOR ME
Viewing period: Friday, April 2—Monday, April 5 Talk and Q&A: Tuesday, April 6, 5:00 pm (PT)
Join Tamar Manasseh and director Brad Rothschild for a conversation about the moving documentary They Ain’t Ready for Me. Available to stream in the days leading up to the talk and Q&A, the film tells the story of Manasseh, an African American rabbinical student who is leading the fight against gun violence on the South Side of Chicago. For years, Manasseh, a mother of two, has spent every summer day sitting on the corner in her neighborhood, dedicating the area for safe play. Through this simple but revolutionary act, Manasseh reminds her neighbors that there are people who care if they live or die. The film explores the challenges and motivations of this fearless leader as she works to bring joy and safety to her community. Both authentically Jewish and authentically Black, Manasseh’s layered cultural identity and magnetic personality combine to make her a force to be reckoned with—and she’s just getting started. (2020, 89 min. No MPAA rating.)
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MUSIC Watch on YouTube!
SKIRBALL STAGES
Tune in to these uniquely curated experiences, which pair acts from across the country and around the world with talent from the local music scene. During an extraordinary time, when opportunities for artists to perform live are rare, Skirball Stages amplifies musicianship while ensuring the safety of artists and audiences. Join us for electrifying sets and heartfelt interviews that we can enjoy as a community. All performances were filmed in compliance with local safety protocols to keep the musicians and crews safe.
VIRTUAL CONCERTS
Skirball Stages is made possible by generous support from the following donors:
The Bilger Family
NOW STREAMING Missed the premiere of a Skirball Stages concert or want to watch again? You’re in luck! All past performances are now available to stream on YouTube. • Joachim Cooder and Amythyst Kiah • Las Cafeteras and Xenia França • Dustbowl Revival and Mames Babegenush • Aditya Prakash Ensemble and Rini • Gavin Turek and Ak Dan Gwang Chil
“I loved the music and talent. The music itself was a fresh take on both genres presented and was soul-nourishing.”
Joachim Cooder with his father, Ry Cooder
Yosmel Montejo
YOSMEL MONTEJO AND VOX SAMBOU
Saturday, May 1, 8:00 pm (PT)
Grab your dancing shoes for this spirited Skirball Stages performance! Fresh from the release of his first album, Red Suitcase, Cuban-born local musician Yosmel Montejo delights from the Skirball’s Ahmanson Hall with his band of accomplished Latin jazz musicians. Then, joining from his home in Montreal, Canada, is Vox Sambou. A native Haitian, Sambou incorporates traditional rhythms of his home country with Afrobeat, jazz, reggae, and hip-hop. Together, Montejo and Sambou take us on a trip through the intoxicating beats of the Caribbean. Make a night of it and pick up a three-course Skirball Suppers meal inspired by Cuban and Haitian cuisine. See p. 16 for details.
FREE | Reservations recommended
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CLASSES
Ninotchka
FROM WEIMAR TO HOLLYWOOD
German-Jewish Filmmaking Rediscovered Mondays, April 5–26, 3:00–4:30 pm (PT)
Some of the most legendary and acclaimed talents of Hollywood’s Golden Age began their careers in Germany’s first democracy, the Weimar Republic, which lasted from 1918 until 1933. In this class, we’ll survey four notable films to better understand the era and its impact on Jewish filmmakers: • The Three from the Filling Station (1930) • The Man in Search of His Murderer (1931) • Ninotchka (1939) • The Reckless Moment (1949) From early transcultural exchanges between Berlin and Los Angeles to the final exodus of Jewish talent under Nazi persecution, the cinematic production of the time reflected the tumultuous lives of German-Jewish artists in both the United States and Europe. Rediscover a cinematic legacy of continuity and crisis that resonates to this day. Instructor: Ben Seyfert 4 sessions. Links to rent or stream the films provided.
$80 General | $60 Members ONLINE CLASS
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The Reckless Moment
YIDDISH LOVE SONGS
A Sing-Along History Class Tuesdays, March 23–April 13, 10:30 am–12:00 pm (PT)
Learn and sing along to Yiddish songs of love! From blushing brides to star-crossed lovers, connect to past generations of Eastern European Jews and their experiences of passion and longing. The songs we’ll sing together will focus on the Jewish Pale of Settlement within the Czarist Empire, a western region of Imperial Russia in which Jewish residency was restricted from 1791 until 1917. The music in this class will trace changing social conventions, attitudes, and priorities as life shifted at the turn of the twentieth century. Deepen your understanding of Ashkenazi Jewish culture through timeless and universal expressions of love. Instructor: Cindy Paley 4 sessions. Song sheets in Yiddish and transliteration provided.
$60 General | $40 Members
ONLINE CLASS
EVERYDAY MINDFULNESS AND SELF-COMPASSION
Thursdays, April 15–May 20, 10:00–11:30 am (PT)
Learn the foundations of mindfulness and self-compassion. With instruction that’s suitable for new and experienced mindfulness practitioners, this class will help you find equanimity and joy in the present moment, even during challenging times. Instructor: Lesley Hyatt 6 sessions. Space is limited.
$150 General | $120 Members ONLINE CLASS This class is made possible in part by support from:
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FOOD PASSOVER DISHES TO GO
Saturday, March 27, curbside pickup 1:45–4:00 pm
Celebrate Passover and leave the meal preparation to us! The Skirball’s expert culinary team offers gourmet Passover dishes for takeout, including the ceremonial foods for the seder plate. The à la carte menu also includes traditional or vegan matzo ball soup, pomegranate molasses–glazed seared salmon fillet, boneless whole chicken with rosemary matzo stuffing and Grand Marnier orange sauce, potato kugel, and coconut macaroon trios.
Prices vary | Preorder by Wednesday, March 24, 4:00 pm
SKIRBALL SUPPERS
Saturday, May 1, curbside pickup 5:00–7:15 pm
Make the most of the virtual concert premiere of Yosmel Montejo and Vox Sambou (see pp. 12–13 for details) and pick up a delectable three-course Skirball Suppers meal prior to showtime. Inspired by the cuisines of Haiti and Cuba, the May 1 menu will feature a traditional Haitian pumpkin soup known as joumou, roasted cod with pigeon peas and rice cooked in an andouille-flavored saffron broth, plantain bread pudding with spiced rum sauce, and more! Recipes of select dishes and cocktails to pair with your meal will be available online for at-home preparation.
Per person: $42 | Preorder by Wednesday, April 28, 4:00 pm
“Everything was tasty and delicious! I enjoyed the cultural connections to the concert.”
MEMBER PROGRAM
NOAH’S OUTDOOR EXPLORERS
All ages
A Family Experience for Members
Coming soon Tuesday–Friday: 12:00–2:00 pm or 2:30–4:30 pm Saturday–Sunday: 10:00 am–12:00 pm, 12:30–2:30 pm, or 3:00–5:00 pm The Noah’s Ark story reminds us to appreciate and care for the natural world and the people and creatures who call Earth home. In that spirit, Noah’s Outdoor Explorers invites Skirball Members to an array of meaningful experiences out in the fresh air. As a family, participate in self-guided games and challenges, contribute to a community art project, and enjoy a cultural flood story told by a Noah’s Ark educator. Upon arrival, each Member child will receive a complimentary “Explorer Kit” to use during your visit and take home with you. After your adventure, we hope you’ll feel newly inspired to take care of the earth and one another. All Noah’s Outdoor Explorers are assigned an entry time permitting up to two hours of outdoor play. Children must be accompanied by an adult 18 and up; minimum adult/child ratio is 1/4.
FREE and open to Members Limited capacity | Advance timed-entry reservations required
LET’S STAY SAFE Noah’s Outdoor Explorers is a fully masked, physically distanced, self-guided experience with limited visitor capacity. Help us keep everyone healthy! Be sure to read and follow important new ticketing guidelines and safety protocols in support of efforts to minimize the spread of COVID-19. See p. 23 and skirball.org/ticketing-and-safety for details. Please note: The Noah’s Ark galleries—as well as Audrey’s Museum Store, Zeidler’s Café and cart service, Archaeology Dig, and Family Art Studio— remain closed. MAR/APR 2021
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SCHOOL PROGRAMS
For information about these and more Roslyn and Abner Goldstine School Programs, visit skirball.org/education.
NOAH’S ARK AT THE SKIRBALL™
The Art of Imagination Bring the artistry and messages of one of the world’s most imaginative children’s destinations, Noah’s Ark at the Skirball, into your classroom! Through storytelling and social-emotional learning, show your students the ways each of us, including the youngest members of our community, can make a difference. Inspired by ancient and culturally diverse flood stories, students will enjoy vibrant video content, interactive lesson plans, and virtual field trips facilitated by Noah’s Ark educators. Teachers are also invited to participate in FREE online professional development programs focused on arts integration. Noah’s Ark at the Skirball: The Art of Imagination is made possible by generous support from the following donor:
Marlene Louchheim
The Roslyn and Abner Goldstine School Programs are made possible by generous support from numerous additional donors. For the complete list, visit skirball.org/education.
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ONLINE PROGRAMS
NOAH’S ARK VIDEOS AND LESSON PLANS
Available now
Spark joy and create positive change using digital content from Noah’s Ark at the Skirball! In a set of six videos filmed safely inside the galleries, Noah’s Ark educators reenact age-old flood stories and guide students through mindfulness exercises. Teachers can use the accompanying lesson plans to dig into the overarching themes of the Noah’s Ark story: weathering life’s storms, finding shelter in community, and embracing new beginnings. Pre-K through Grade 5 classes. All videos were filmed in compliance with local safety protocols to keep Skirball team members and crews safe.
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THEATER AND PUPPETRY IN THE VIRTUAL CLASSROOM
Teaching Through Storytelling Tuesday, April 13, 3:30–5:00 pm (PT)
Discover new ways to encourage your students’ creative expression with fun performance-based activities! In this professional development workshop, practice theater techniques that can be adapted for any classroom and skill level. No professional acting or puppetry experience necessary—just a desire to use the arts for social good. 1 session. Pre-K through Grade 12 educators.
FREE | Registration required
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IN MEMORIAM Howard I. Friedman (1928–2021)
The Skirball Cultural Center mourns the death of Howard I. Friedman, Founding Chairman of our Board of Trustees, who passed away on January 19. He is survived by his dear wife of sixty-nine years, Wilma, and their children and grandchildren. An attorney and Jewish community leader of national prominence, Howard was devoted to the idea of the Skirball before it was born. He served as Chairman of the Board from the Skirball’s inauguration in 1995 until 2013. His leadership was distinguished above all by a profound commitment to Jewish heritage and the ideals of American democracy. His brilliant intellect, eloquence, and unwavering integrity helped to shape the first generation of the Skirball’s life. Together with Wilma, Howard was for many years a beloved presence in our day-to-day life here at the Skirball. We will miss his warmth and kindness no less than his inspiration and wisdom. May his memory be an abiding blessing.
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SUPPORT OUR MISSION
Your philanthropy sustains our ability to offer educational and cultural programming to the community, including schoolchildren and teachers. Help us continue to develop and present meaningful experiences, including many offered free of charge, by giving to the Skirball Cultural Center. We welcome donations of cash, securities, and gift annuities. To give or for more information, visit skirball.org/donate or call (310) 440-4579.
PLAN A FUTURE EVENT
It’s never too soon to start planning your future event at the Skirball! From weddings and bat mitzvahs to trade shows and film shoots, our Hospitality and Private Events team is ready to offer creative event planning and personalized care that prioritizes the health and safety of you and your guests. With plenty of picturesque outdoor spaces to choose from, the Skirball’s spectacular campus awaits! Email private-events@skirball.org to learn more.
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MEMBERSHIP
PROMOTION SPRING MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS
Enjoy exclusive virtual offerings and get ready for future in-person exhibitions and programs with a Skirball Membership! Your support sustains the Skirball and helps us provide rich and meaningful content to the community. Join or renew today. Save $5 on a Household Membership and $10 on all other levels through April 30, 2021. Valid for new and renewing memberships and gifts of membership. Must use promo code SPRING5 for Household Membership and SPRING10 for all other levels of membership. NOT VALID WITH OTHER DISCOUNTS EXCEPT IN COMBINATION WITH TWO-YEAR, ALREADY DISCOUNTED PRICING. VALID ONLINE OR BY PHONE. CALL (310) 440-4599 WITH QUESTIONS.
MEMBER MOMENT “As a Skirball Cultural Center docent since its opening in 1996, and for many years before at the Skirball Museum at Hebrew Union College, I have been enriched. The docent training has enabled me to share knowledge with the public by leading tours. I learn from our visitors, too—they have such interesting stories! “A special memory was giving a tour to a man who was both deaf and blind. He was so eager to learn. I gave vivid descriptions and his caregiver conveyed the information through sign language in the palm of his hand. The Skirball strives to always make learning engaging and accessible to everyone. I am so grateful to be both a docent and a Member of the Skirball. “The Skirball is a very welcoming, beautiful, and comfortable place to experience and explore culture. I look forward to the Skirball’s reopening and sharing upcoming exhibitions such as ‘I’ll Have What She’s Having’: The Jewish Deli. I can’t wait to greet you!” —Edith Berger, docent and Member since 1996 22
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TICKETING METHODS ONLINE—Register/reserve for Noah’s Outdoor Explorers, Skirball Stages concert premieres, online classes, and more at skirball.org. No service charges apply! Member Tip—When you are ready to register/reserve online, click on the “Sign In” link at the top of the page and enter the email address and password associated with your membership account. If you do not recall your password, click on the “Forgot your password?” link to create a new one. If you are a new Member without an online account, create one now by clicking the “Create an Account” link and following the prompts. To confirm which email address is associated with your membership, contact membership@skirball.org and a Skirball representative will get back to you. To apply Member discounts, don’t forget to sign in before placing your order! PHONE—Register/reserve by calling (877) SCC-4TIX or (310) 440-4500 and press 2. Kindly leave a message and your call will be returned. Service charges may apply. ON SITE—To keep our employees and the public safe, advance timed-entry reservations will be required for all visitors once we reopen. No walk-ups will be accommodated. For complete ticketing guidelines and the most up-to-date safety information, visit skirball.org/ticketing-and-safety.
POLICIES Adult education class fees must be paid before the first session and are fully refundable if you cancel your registration at least twenty-four hours prior to the first session. Adult education classes may be cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. Email adulteducation@skirball.org for updates. Member discounted rates for adult education classes are limited to two Members per membership. For all other paid programs: All sales are final • No refunds or exchanges
Credits: COVER Typographic representation of the Skirball’s six essential Jewish values by Oded Ezer 2–3 Jessie Kornberg by Ramona Trent; Taper Courtyard by Timothy Hursley 4–5 Ai Weiwei, photo courtesy of Ai Weiwei Studio; Ai Weiwei, installation view of Ai Weiwei: Trace at Hirshhorn at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, 2017. Photo by Cathy Carver 6–7 Dee Knapp stands in her yard reflecting on the loss of four of her five children to drugs, alcohol, and related diseases © Photo by Lynsey Addario; Lynsey Addario in Kakuma, Kenya, site of a UN refugee camp, photo by Nichole Sobecki, VII 8–9 Kazuo Ishiguro by Andrew Testa; Blake Bailey by Nancy Crampton; Joy Harjo by Paul Abdoo 10–11 Jenn Louis by Ed Anderson and George Dolese; They Ain’t Ready for Me (2020), directed by Brad Rothschild, courtesy of Red Shield Pictures and 3 Generations 12–13 Joachim and Ry Cooder by Larry Sandez; Yosmel Montejo by Larry Sandez; Vox Sambou by Éric Berteau 14–15 Ninotchka (1939), directed by Ernst Lubitsch, © MGM, courtesy of MGM/Photofest; The Reckless Moment (1949), directed by Max Ophüls, © Columbia Pictures, courtesy of Columbia Pictures/Photofest; Aronson, Boris, and Joseph Rumshinsky. A Brivele der Kale. Hebrew Publishing Company, New York, New York, 1910. Image courtesy of Library of Congress, Music Division; Skirball Lily Pond by John Elder 16–17 Seder Plate © Dreamstime.com/Blueenayim; Skirball Suppers © Shutterstock.com/Dean Drobot; South Arroyo by John Elder 18–19 Noah’s Ark at the Skirball™: The Art of Imagination, photo courtesy of WolfDog Creative 20–21 Howard I. Friedman by Vernon T. Williams; Skirball Cultural Center by Grant Mudford 22–23 Skirball in Spring by John Elder; Member Moment, courtesy of Edith Berger BACK COVER Joy Harjo by Matika Wilbur © 2021 Skirball Cultural Center
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Celebrate Earth Day with US Poet Laureate Joy Harjo! See p. 9 for details.