LECTURES & LITERATURE

    A Short History of Jewish Humor: From Fanny Brice to Woody Allen to You

    A Short History of Jewish Humor: From Fanny Brice to Woody Allen to You

    Presented by Gershman Y at Gershman Y

    November 12, 2009


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    Why are Jews funny? Come and find out at this brief yet surprisingly accurate history of Jewish humor. You'll learn about purim shpils, Yiddish theater, Fanny Brice, Lenny Bruce, and beging to understand how the Jewish comic legacy affects American Jewish identity collectively and individually.


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        Gershman Y

        401 S. Broad Street
        Philadelphia, PA 19147

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        Tickets: $20 in advance/$25 at door. Includes dairy lunch.

        Info Phone: 215-545-4400

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        Dates:
        November 12, 2009

        Times:
        Noon

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