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PRESIDENT’S GREETING This year my Passover traditions included something new: The Skirball Haggadah, a volume we published last spring, just as we closed our doors to the public. One passage from the text has stayed on my mind: “When others suffer— even those who have caused us pain—we feel no joy. We reduce the wine in our cups, pouring out one drop for each of the plagues upon Egypt.” The complexity of experiencing the joy of liberation even while we feel others’ pain is an essential duality of the Passover story and so many Jewish traditions. We find ourselves in another moment of emotional complexity as we celebrate the reopening of our campus after more than a year of closure due to the pandemic. We are overjoyed to welcome you back! The magic of Noah’s Outdoor Explorers has been the perfect start to a safe Skirball reopening. This month we add the presentation of the groundbreaking special exhibition Trace, by world-renowned Chinese artist Ai Weiwei. After all this time, we cannot wait to meet you in person, enjoy these treasures, and reclaim community. Yet the tragic losses of the last year and continuing struggles of friends and neighbors are the inescapable context of all our experiences right now. With the awareness of that collective suffering, it feels particularly meaningful that Trace was conceived during the artist’s own period of confinement, depicting so many who have been jailed for their expression and activism and constructed from one of childhood’s happiest materials: LEGO® blocks. So we welcome you back with all possible joy, and also hope that whatever the past year has been like for you, Ai Weiwei’s astonishing expression of solidarity and humanity speaks to you and helps you feel connected once again to us and a community of conscience.
Jessie Kornberg President and CEO Skirball Cultural Center
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. 2
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Take Part in Our Essential Values The Skirball mission is deeply rooted in Jewish heritage and inspired by its values. Over time, six of these values have emerged for us as the most vital, lighting our path toward building a better world. They are listed below, each one paired with a select upcoming program that illuminates the meaning of the value. We hope you’ll join us. Welcome the stranger—Listen in as award-winning American author Francisco Goldman discusses his new novel, Monkey Boy, about growing up caught between two worlds and searching for belonging. (see p. 8) Honor memory—Hear from chef Jake Cohen about his new cookbook, Jew-ish, reinventing the food of his Ashkenazi heritage and drawing inspiration from his husband’s Mizrahi traditions. (see p. 9) Seek learning—Watch Out Loud, a triumphant documentary that follows members of the Trans Chorus of Los Angeles as they learn to sing together for the first time. (see p. 10) Pursue justice—Witness Dastak: I Wish You Me, Ananya Dance Theatre’s powerful new performance created and filmed in Minnesota following George Floyd’s killing last year. (see p. 10) Build community—Explore the history of Boyle Heights as a site for coalition building and multiracial solidarity during a talk featuring historian George J. Sánchez and community leader David Kipen. (see p. 9) Show kindness—Reflect on the ways you can take care of the earth and one another during Noah’s Outdoor Explorers, a safe on-site Skirball Member program specially designed for little ones and their grown-ups. (see pp. 6–7) MAY/JUN 2021
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WELCOME BACK We can’t wait to reconnect with you! This May and June, we welcome visitors with advance timed-entry reservations to return to campus for the monumental exhibition Ai Weiwei: Trace, opening to the public on May 15; and for Noah’s Outdoor Explorers, now open to Skirball Members.
LET’S STAY SAFE We must all do our part to keep everyone safe and healthy. As a community, let’s agree to the following protocols:
Complete a temperature check and safety screening upon arrival. Wear a face covering over nose and mouth (ages 2 and up). Maintain physical distancing of at least six feet. Wash and sanitize your hands frequently. Follow directions and use designated areas only. Stay home if you are feeling sick, have recently traveled, or have been exposed to COVID-19. For complete information, please visit skirball.org/ticketing-and-safety.
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PLAN YOUR VISIT Skirball Cultural Center 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90049 (310) 440-4500 • skirball.org
FREE on-site parking open to visitors with advance timed-entry reservations Street parking strictly prohibited ADA accessible parking available
HOURS See entry times for Ai Weiwei: Trace on p. 13 and Noah’s Outdoor Explorers on p. 7 Closed Mondays and holidays
ADMISSION FOR AI WEIWEI: TRACE
$12 General | $9 Seniors, Full-Time Students, and Children over 12 $7 Children 2–12 | FREE to Members and Children under 2 FREE to all on Thursdays
FOR NOAH’S OUTDOOR EXPLORERS
FREE and open to Members
Advance timed-entry reservations required. Walk-ups will not be accommodated. Note: The exhibition Visions and Values, Noah’s Ark galleries, Archaeology Dig, Family Art Studio, and Audrey’s Museum Store remain closed.
DINING Visit skirball.org for the most up-to-date information about on-site food service.
TICKETING See p. 22 for ticketing methods and policies.
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MEMBER PROGRAM NOAH’S OUTDOOR EXPLORERS
All ages
A Family Experience for Members Two-hour time slots offered Tuesday–Sunday Weekdays at 12:00 pm or 2:30 pm Weekends at 10:00 am, 12:30 pm, or 3:00 pm
Calling all adventurers! Noah’s Outdoor Explorers invites Members with young children to spend time enjoying the Skirball’s outdoor pathways and green spaces. Spark your senses on a self-guided nature walk, get to know diverse plant life, contribute to a community art project, and hear a timeless flood story told by a Noah’s Ark educator. As you traverse the campus, keep an eye out for Noah’s Ark puppets scurrying past or flying overhead! Upon arrival, each Member child will receive a complimentary “Explorer Kit” to use during your visit and keep for future outings. Afterward, we hope you’ll feel newly inspired to take care of the earth and one another. All visitors are assigned an entry time permitting up to two hours of outdoor play. Two-week ticket blocks are released every other Thursday. See p. 22 for ticketing methods and policies. Reservation limits vary by membership level. Children must be accompanied by an adult 18 and up; minimum adult/child ratio is 1/4.
New reservations open every other Thursday.
FREE and open to Members Advance timed-entry reservations required
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WORDS AND IDEAS FRANCISCO GOLDMAN IN CONVERSATION WITH RACHEL KUSHNER
Monkey Boy
Wednesday, May 12, 7:00 pm (PT)
Hear celebrated, award-winning American author Francisco Goldman discuss his latest novel, Monkey Boy. This extraordinary coming-of-age story follows Goldman’s alter ego as he confronts his past and the longstanding effects of straddling dual identities —whether American/Guatemalan, Jewish/Catholic, or white/brown—while living between Mexico City and New York. Goldman will be in conversation with acclaimed novelist and Booker Prize finalist Rachel Kushner, whose new book, The Hard Crowd: Essays 2000– 2020, is just out. Join these two longtime friends for what promises to be a captivating talk with both humor and heart. Signed books available for purchase from Chevalier’s Books.
FREE | Reservations required
VIRTUAL TALK
“The warmth and humanity of Goldman’s storytelling are impossible to resist.” —Kirkus Reviews
JAKE COHEN IN CONVERSATION WITH MICHAEL TWITTY
Jew-ish: Reinvented Recipes from a Modern Mensch Thursday, June 3, 6:00 pm (PT)
Described as the “creative, youthful future of Jewish food,” Jake Cohen introduces us to his hot new cookbook, Jew-ish, reinventing the food of his Ashkenazi heritage and drawing inspiration from his husband’s Persian-Iraqi traditions. In conversation with food writer and historian Michael Twitty (The Cooking Gene), Cohen reveals the stories behind his mouthwatering original recipes. Signed books available for purchase from Book Soup.
FREE | Reservations required VIRTUAL TALK
GEORGE J. SÁNCHEZ IN CONVERSATION WITH DAVID KIPEN
Boyle Heights: How a Los Angeles Neighborhood Became the Future of American Democracy Tuesday, June 8, 7:00 pm (PT)
Dive into the radical history of a dynamic, multiracial American neighborhood—Boyle Heights! In this illuminating conversation and Q&A, hear from USC professor George J. Sánchez and Libros Schmibros founder David Kipen about Sánchez’s new book, Boyle Heights: How a Los Angeles Neighborhood Became the Future of American Democracy. In a time when coalition building and civic resistance are in great need, Sánchez shares how Boyle Heights’ rich history of solidarity across racial and ethnic lines—including among Native, Latino, Jewish, and Japanese Americans—makes the neighborhood a beacon on a hill toward which the country can strive. Signed books available for purchase from Skylight Books.
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PERFORMANCE
ANANYA DANCE THEATRE
Dastak: I Wish You Me
View on demand Talk: Wednesday, May 26, 6:00 pm (PT)
In the wake of George Floyd’s killing and the social uprising that followed, Minneapolisbased Ananya Dance Theatre set out to make Dastak: I Wish You Me. Named for the Farsi word dastak, meaning “knockings,” this performance-based film traces the knockings of global injustices on our hearts. Witness Dastak’s powerful artistry using a link to view the film on demand. Then, tune in to a talk and Q&A with choreographer Ananya Chatterjea and collaborators Sharon Bridgforth and Spirit McIntyre as they share how artists and community members came together to create this timely, inspirational new work. Directed by Darren Johnson. (2020, 25 min. No MPAA rating.) Link to stream the film provided; view prior to the talk.
FREE | Reservations required
SCREENING AND VIRTUAL TALK
FILM OUT LOUD
Viewing period: Friday, June 11–Monday, June 14 Talk: Tuesday, June 15, 7:00 pm (PT)
A feel-good film, Out Loud chronicles the triumphant first season of the Trans Chorus of Los Angeles—the largest group of transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals anywhere who sing together. These extraordinary singers don’t just make music, they’re also making history and sharing what it means to be trans in America. After streaming the film, join us for a conversation and Q&A with filmmakers Gail Willumsen and Jill Shinefield, chorus founders Lindsey Deaton and Lisa Marchbanks, and film composer Alana Balagot. (2020, 63 min. No MPAA rating.) Link to stream the film provided; view prior to the talk.
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CLASSES COLOR IN ART
A Spiritual Language
Wednesdays, May 5–June 9, 10:30 am–12:00 pm (PT)
Explore the vibrant symbolism of color in this art history class! Through analysis of decorative Indigenous tribal masks from the Americas, Renaissance frescoes, Islamic mosaics, modernist paintings, and contemporary digital installations, learn how artists from cultures around the world use the language of color to express the spiritual journey of humankind. Plus, discover the origins of paint as the instructor uses such materials as clay, finely ground precious minerals, and plant life extractions to demonstrate the process of paint mixing. Instructor: John Paul Thornton 6 sessions
$150 General | $120 Members
ONLINE CLASS
BILLY WILDER MOVIE GROUP
Thursdays, May 13 and 27, June 10 and 24, 7:30–9:00 pm (PT)
Billy Wilder’s brilliant storytelling and film direction revealed both comic and tragic truths about the human condition in ways that make his films classic, enduring, and relevant. A refugee from Nazi Germany, Wilder reigned as Hollywood’s greatest and most prolific creative genius in the 1940s through ’60s, racking up twenty-one Oscar nominations and many wins along the way. In this discussion series, we’ll focus on four Wilder films that demonstrate his expansive command of styles and genres: the noir classic Double Indemnity; the social drama The Lost Weekend, featuring Ray Milland at the height of his career; the biting take on Hollywood Sunset Boulevard; and the film that arguably catapulted both Jack Lemmon and Shirley MacLaine to stardom, The Apartment. Facilitator: Theodore Rand 4 sessions. Links to rent or stream the films provided; view prior to each class session.
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EXHIBITIONS AI WEIWEI: TRACE
SAVE THE DATE!
One-hour time slots offered Tuesday–Sunday, May 15–August 1, 2021 Weekdays beginning every half hour 12:30–4:00 pm Weekends beginning every half hour 10:30 am–4:00 pm
Ticket sales open May 11.
A moving depiction of courage in the face of authoritarianism, Ai Weiwei: Trace illuminates the power of resistance. Created in 2014, when the famed contemporary artist was under house arrest, the monumental display portrays activists, prisoners of conscience, and advocates of free speech from around the world. On view at the Skirball are eighty-three of the work’s original 176 portraits, each one hand-assembled from thousands of LEGO® bricks. To Ai, the portraits pay tribute to “heroes of our time,” many of them ordinary citizens who have stood up against injustice in their communities. Complementing the portraits is a striking wallpaper designed by Ai Weiwei entitled The Animal That Looks Like a Llama but Is Really an Alpaca. At first glance, the pattern looks merely decorative, but upon further inspection, you’ll discover hidden iconography like handcuffs and surveillance cameras. Look closely to find the alpacas—a mascot for freedom of expression in Chinese internet culture. All visitors are assigned an entry time permitting up to one hour in the gallery. Two-week ticket blocks will be released every other Tuesday, beginning May 11. See p. 22 for ticketing methods and policies.
See prices on p. 5 | Advance timed-entry reservations required
Ai Weiwei: Trace is organized by the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, DC.
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
MORE TO EXPLORE Get the most out of Ai Weiwei: Trace with these FREE online resources. • Mobile guide—Come with headphones and use the mobile guide to listen to audio from the artist and curator, as well as recorded bios of each individual portrayed in Trace at the Skirball. Content available in English and Spanish. • Video tour—Go on a virtual gallery walk-through to learn more about Ai Weiwei, the events that compelled him to make Trace, and select exhibition highlights.
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EXHIBITIONS
TIGHTROPE
Americans Reaching for Hope Through May 31, 2021
Experience Tightrope: Americans Reaching for Hope in its final weeks! Based on the bestselling book of the same name by journalists Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn, this online exhibition illustrates a central tension of American life: that here, in one of the world’s richest economies, all too many live precariously—as if on a tightrope. Yet, as the exhibition highlights, change is possible. Workable solutions have emerged to help communities and individuals rebuild their lives. Take Geneva Cooley (pictured above) for example. Charged for a minor drug offense in 2002, she was sentenced to life without the possibility of parole. Recognizing the cruelty of her sentence, a team of lawyers successfully argued for her release by basing their case on what Cooley’s sentence would be if she were convicted today. After nearly two decades behind bars, she is finally reunited with her son and grandchildren.
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But the injustice of Cooley’s story is not unique, and an outsized rate of incarceration is just one of many structural problems facing poor and working-class Americans. Through frontline storytelling and historical context, along with images by acclaimed photojournalist Lynsey Addario, Tightrope offers an unflinching look at our country’s most complex problems, including homelessness, the opioid epidemic, and a lack of affordable healthcare. Immerse yourself in the exhibition’s vivid storytelling, then use the accompanying Action Guide to discover steps you can take to work toward a more just society.
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ONLINE EXHIBITION
The exhibition and its related educational programs are made possible by generous support from the following donors:
Rebekah and Howard Farber Karsh Family Foundation
Funding for the exhibition and its related virtual programs has also been provided by California Humanities and the State of California through the California State Library.
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FAMILY PROGRAMS STORY TIME—LIVE FROM NOAH’S ARK
Ages 2–5
Sundays, May 16 and 30, June 13 and 27, 9:30–10:00 am (PT)
Noah’s Ark at the Skirball™ is open for virtual boarding! On select Sundays, join us for interactive Story Time and watch Noah’s Ark educators tell timeless flood tales from around the world. Enjoy individual sessions or sign up for all four! Together, we’ll travel through storms, create safe shelters, and celebrate new beginnings—sometimes traveling in a large boat, and other times in a huge walnut shell or hollowed-out pumpkin. Through vibrant storytelling and participatory elements like movement, drawing, and call-and-response, let your little ones’ imaginations run wild as they become part of the story. Individual sessions. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
FREE | Reservations required
ONLINE PROGRAMS
TEEN COUNCIL PRESENTS SKIRBALL TEEN ZINE
Available Tuesday, June 1
Looking for a jolt of inspiration? Check out the Skirball Teen Zine! Created by our dedicated Teen Council members with guidance from artist Daisy Noemi, this digital magazine is bursting with creativity and heart. Flip through to find handcrafted self-portraits of each teen contributor, their memories volunteering with the Skirball, and personal reflections on life during the pandemic. After you’re done reading, help us in our commitment to amplifying youth voices by sharing the zine with someone in your life.
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SCHOOL PROGRAMS MINDFULNESS AND IMAGINATION
Teaching Through Storytelling Tuesday, June 22, 3:30–5:00 pm (PT)
Center wonder and well-being in your classroom! In this workshop, learn mindfulness techniques that will encourage your students to self-reflect, be creative, and connect with one another. 1 session. Pre-K through Grade 12 educators.
FREE | Registration required
ONLINE EDUCATOR WORKSHOP
THE ART OF IMAGINATION
Noah’s Ark Videos and Lesson Plans Available now
Bring the magic and meaning of Noah’s Ark into your homes and classrooms! Young learners love our playful and openhearted videos and lesson plans. Use these educational resources to engage in art-making and service-learning activities that spark joy and create positive change. Pre-K through Grade 5 students. All videos were filmed in compliance with local safety protocols to keep Skirball team members and crews safe.
ONLINE RESOURCES
FREE
For information about these and more Roslyn and Abner Goldstine School Programs, visit skirball.org/education. MAY/JUN 2021
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MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM MEMBER PREVIEW DAYS— AI WEIWEI: TRACE
SAVE THE DATE!
Reservations open April 27.
One-hour time slots offered Tuesday–Sunday, May 1–14 Weekdays beginning every half hour 12:30–4:00 pm Weekends beginning every half hour 10:30 am–4:00 pm
Be among the first to view Ai Weiwei: Trace at the Skirball! With advance timed-entry reservations, Members can enjoy exclusive access to this powerful exhibition. Witness the work of one of the world’s most socially engaged artists up close. See pp. 12–13 for exhibition details.
Don’t forget your headphones! The mobile guide for Trace features audio from the artist and curator, along with recorded bios of each individual represented in the exhibition. Content available in English and Spanish. All visitors are assigned an entry time permitting up to one hour in the gallery. Tickets will be released Tuesday, April 27. See p. 22 for ticketing methods and policies. Reservation limits vary by membership level.
FREE and open to Members | Advance timed-entry reservations required
WHAT OUR MEMBERS ARE SAYING Over the last year, the Skirball team has been making phone calls to check in with you, our valued Members! The conversations have been heartening. Thank you for telling us what your Skirball Membership means to you. “I admire and appreciate everything the Skirball does.” “Thank you for calling me. It is wonderful to reconnect!” “I am enjoying the Skirball’s online classes—please keep them up.” “The Skirball is the first place I bring out-of-town guests when they visit!” “I am so happy to help support the good work of the Skirball through my membership.” As we reopen our doors and reconnect through a world-class lineup of programs and exhibitions, make sure you’re hearing the latest! Reach out to let us know of any changes to your email address, mailing address, or primary phone number by calling (310) 440-4599 or emailing membership@skirball.org.
MEMBER MOMENT “I just joined the Skirball—something I should have done years ago—and made a modest contribution. I recently had the privilege of viewing the Skirball’s interview with Ai Weiwei. It reminded me yet again how broad the view of the Skirball has always been and how important that is to me as a Jewish person. This was a major ‘score’ for you and all of us who were able to watch. It was spectacular, and I was impressed yet again.” —Andrea Graham, Member since February 2021
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IN THE COMMUNITY CONNECTING WITH LA FAMILY HOUSING
Inspired by the call to turn empathy into action in the online exhibition Tightrope: Americans Reaching for Hope (see pp. 14–15), Skirball employees set out to write care notes to our neighbors at LA Family Housing. Recognized as an exemplary organization in the exhibition’s accompanying Action Guide, LA Family Housing helps people transition out of homelessness and poverty through a continuum of housing and supportive services. According to employees at LA Family Housing, receiving notes of goodwill and support can make a resident’s day, and that’s something to celebrate! But, with more than fifty thousand unhoused individuals in Los Angeles alone, there’s more work to be done. As we look forward to brighter days ahead, acknowledging the damage and loss of this past year, we hope you’ll join us in finding ways both big and small to support your community. Want to get involved with LA Family Housing? Learn more about their work at lafh.org! In addition to writing care notes, volunteer opportunities include delivering meals, hosting virtual game nights, and organizing donation drives. Sign up for a volunteer orientation and find something that moves you to make a difference!
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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 your health and safety. With plenty of picturesque outdoor spaces to choose from, the Skirball’s spectacular campus awaits! Email private-events@skirball.org to learn more.
STAY CONNECTED
Be among the first to hear about our upcoming programs and exhibitions by signing up for Skirball e-news and following @skirball_LA on social media. Plus, subscribe to our YouTube channel to stream curator talks, Skirball Stages concerts, flood stories aboard Noah’s Ark, and more! MAY/JUN 2021
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TICKETING METHODS ONLINE—Register/reserve for Noah’s Outdoor Explorers, Ai Weiwei: Trace, 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.
Advance timed-entry reservations required. Walk-ups will not be accommodated.
POLICIES If you or anyone in your party feels sick or suspects they may have been exposed to COVID-19, please visit us another time. You may reschedule your on-site visit within thirty days of your original reservation date, subject to availability. Contact (877) SCC-4TIX or (310) 440-4500 and press 2. 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 Ai Weiwei: Trace installation view by Robert Wedemeyer 2–3 Jessie Kornberg by Ramona Trent; Noah’s Outdoor Explorers by Mercie Ghimire 4–5 Skirball welcome by Mercie Ghimire 6–7 Noah’s Outdoor Explorers by Mercie Ghimire 8–9 Rachel Kushner by Chloe Aftel; Francisco Goldman © Photo by Pia Elizondo 10–11 Dastak: I Wish You Me (2020), directed by Darren Johnson, courtesy of Ananya Dance Theatre; Out Loud (2020), directed by Gail Willumsen, courtesy of Gemini Productions; Color in art, photo courtesy of the instructor; Double Indemnity (1944), directed by Billy Wilder, © Paramount Pictures, courtesy of Paramount Pictures/Photofest 12–13 Ai Weiwei: Trace installation view by Robert Wedemeyer 14–15 Geneva Cooley visits the Alabama State Fair with the other women living at the Aid to Inmate Mothers house a few days after getting released from a life sentence without parole © Photo by Lynsey Addario 16–17 Story Time by Mercie Ghimire; Teen self-portrait, courtesy of the artist; Noah’s Ark at the Skirball™: The Art of Imagination, photo courtesy of WolfDog Creative 18–19 Ai Weiwei: Trace installation view by Robert Wedemeyer; Noah’s Outdoor Explorers by Mercie Ghimire; Member moment, courtesy of Andrea Graham 20–21 Care notes, courtesy of Skirball team member; Taper Courtyard by Timothy Norris 22–23 Bloom Family Olive Garden by Elon Schoenholz BACK COVER Jake Cohen by Michael Marquand © 2021 Skirball Cultural Center
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Hear from beloved Jew-ish cookbook author, Jake Cohen. See p. 9 for details.