Visual Arts
For the second year in a row, JCC members have come together to showcase their artistic talents during the Annual JCC Member Art Show.
This year, 47 pieces were chosen from among the more than 70
works of art submitted by members of the JCC to grace the lobby.
The works of art, done by professional and emerging artists alike, offer a wide range of media. Everything from recycled objects
(including paper and wood) to ceramics, and photography to mosaics, as well as more traditional paintings and sketches, are included in the exhibit.
Among the pieces selected were:
- "Every Generation Has One," by Columbus artist Hani Hara, a vibrantly hued acrylic on paper depicting President Barack Obama.
- "Lady of Colors," by Dr. Steven Paine, a mixed media collage of pen, ink, and paper imbued with rich golds and earth tones.
- "Menagerie," by Columbus Jewish Foundation Executive Director Jackie Jacobs, wood carvings of whimsical African and prehistoric animals.
- "Vermont #23," by Columbus artist Stacy Leeman, an oil painting evoking a shady mountain forest.
The exhibit is open to the public now through May 3, Monday through Thursday from
8 AM - 9 PM, Friday from 8 AM - 6 PM, and Sunday from
9 AM - 7 PM. Several of the pieces are available for purchase. For more information, call (614)
231-2731.
Gallery Players
www.jccgalleryplayers.org
Gallery Players, started in 1948, is the oldest semi-professional theater group in Central Ohio and strives to present a season lineup highlighting the Jewish experience and work by Jewish playwrights. Gallery Players does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion or gender when casting, and aims to present productions that are of interest to the Jewish and general communities.
Coming May 9...The Tale of the Allergist's Wife
Gallery Players presents its Spring Drama, The Tale of the Allergist's Wife,
Written by Charles Busch
Saturdays, May 9, 16, 23 @ 8 p.m.
Sundays, May 10, 17, 24 @ 2:30 p.m.
Thursdays, May 14, 21 @ 7:30 p.m.
Directed by Jared Saltman, The Tale of the Allergist's Wife is the story of how one woman deals with her own mid-life crisis. Marjorie Taub, who lives comfortably
with her doctor husband, Ira, in an expensively furnished condo near Zabar's, spends her days and evenings pursuing culture at various museums and the
theatre. Unexpectedly invading her depression is flamboyant childhood friend, Lee, who becomes entrenched in the Taub household as a seemingly permanent
guest, not only drawing Marjorie out of her dark mood, but impacting her marriage as well.
The Tale of the Allergist's Wife is sponsored by none other than allergist, Dr. Roger Friedman of Buckeye Allergy. Thank you, Roger
and Marilyn!
Tickets are $12 for JCC members, $18 for nonmembers, $10 for senior members, $16 for senior nonmembers,
$8 for children or students, and $10 per ticket for groups of 10 or more. To purchase tickets or for more information
on the Gallery Players' season, Visit the Gallery Players' website www.jccgalleryplayers.org, or contact Jared Saltman at (614) 559-6248.
Columbus Jewish Film Festival
www.cjfilmfest.org
Featuring six days of gripping cinema, dynamic speakers and unforgettable events, the 5th annual Columbus Jewish Film Festival was a huge success!
The Columbus Jewish Film Festival is committed to presenting cutting-edge international films and programming that reflect a myriad of Jewish
experiences. Plans already are underway for the 2010 Film Festival. Don't miss it!
JCC Jewish Bookfair
The JCC's annual Jewish Bookfair is one of Central
Ohio’s largest and most popular literary events, and takes place each Fall.
The JCC's Jewish Bookfair features author appearances and book signings,
events and activities, and a wide selection of books for sale
either written by Jewish authors or about Jewish topics.
Dates for the 2009 event will be announced soon. Please visit this page again in the near future for more information.
For more information about the JCC Jewish Bookfair, contact Butter at (614) 559-6233 or mbutter@columbusjcc.org .
Art at the Center - Judaica Gallery
www.artatthecenter.com
At Art at the Center you can find that elegant or perhaps funky piece, maybe a modestly-priced gift, or a museum-quality collector's piece, or just something that pleases you. There is Judaica for everyone over a wide price range: Jewish arts and crafts, ritual items, Israeli and Yiddish posters, gifts, jewelry, and more.
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