Jewish Women's Theatre

Jewish Women’s Theatre gives voice to Jewish women, those traditionally silenced or stereotyped. By commissioning new work and producing "Salon" theatre, JWT broadens the view of Jewish women and creates a body of work that stands as a testament to their lives, establishes a legacy for future generations, and makes a lasting contribution to Jewish culture.

Jewish Women’s Theatre is known for its “At-Homes” A Salon Theatre Series, in which works of theatrical merit are performed in the intimacy of homes. There are three themed shows per season. Subscribers enjoy plays, poetry, monologues, fine art, short films and live music, as well as engaging in discussion… and, of course, great food. The Jewish Women’s Theatre is a project of Community Partners and contributions are tax deductible to the extent of the law.

2012 Jewish Women’s Theatre Season 4 Gratitude

At-Homes Salon Theatre Series

A Full Cup -– When Jewish women count the blessings in their lives, be prepared to laugh and cry in a no-hold-back show of quick wit and deep emotion about gratitude.
Directed by Ellyn Lerner
Co-Produced by Lynne A. Kern

January 30-February 2 2012

Saffron and Rosewater -– The perfume of Iranian nights will transport you in a fragrant evening of stories, song and lovely surprises.
Directed by Eve Brandstein
Co-Produced by Jessica Youseffi & Lisa Darftari

March 19-22 2012

The Moment You Knew -– Jewish women share moments of discovery and awakening, offering a poignant collection of revelatory work.
Co-Produced by Lisa Kenner Grissom & Elena Finney

June 6-8 2011

2011 Jewish Women’s Theatre Season

A Benefit at the Museum of Tolerance A reading of the play Stories from the Fringe: Women Rabbis, Revealed! -- A peek into the lives of a cadre of innovative women who are Rabbis. Star actors: Laraine Newman, Caroline Aarons, among others will perform.

January 22 & 23, 2011

At-Homes Salon Theatre Series

Jewish Women Do Men They’re our fathers, brothers, sons and lovers. Find out what a bunch of talented Jewish women are saying about the men they love AND the men they love to hate.

February 6-8 2011

Eden According to Eve -– World Premiere -– What happens when beloved Jewish folktales and bible stories are re-imagined from a feminine perspective and set in today’s world? Find out in this raucous and heartfelt evening of commissioned works.

April 4-6 2011

The Writer’s Journey This is an evening of poetry and prose written by participants in the JWT Writer’s Workshop and performed by professional actors. Talented writers explore the inner Jewess, whether she be religious, secular or cultural.

June 6-8 2011

2010 Jewish Women’s Theatre Season
At-Homes Salon Theatre Series

Hey, Gorgeous! Beauty in the time of Botox. Jewish women muse on what it means to be beautiful, inside and out. Guest Resident Director Kayla Gordon directs material by Monica Piper, Leah Komfeld Friedman, and Susan Yankowitz. Deborah Pearl sings her own lyrics to Benny Carter’s music. Performances by Maia Danziger and Caroline Aarons. Two world-premiere short films by Ronda Spinak, Jewish Beauty Is and Ugly Beautiful. Acclaimed artist Ruth Weisberg speaks about beauty and art, as well as award-winning photographer Shelley Gazin shows her portraits of beautiful women.

January 11-13 2010

You Call This Love? Post Age of Aquarius, women ponder the questions: What is love? Do I get enough of it? Directed by Deborah LaVine, with “art talk” and interactive art-making with Performance and Fine Artist Doni Silver Simons. Material by Carol Schlanger, Lynne Himelstein, Jennifer Maisel, and a commissioned world premiere piece by Monica Piper. Musical performances by Ilene Graf. A screening of two short films, God, My Lover & Jewish Women Love.

March 22-24 2010

Stories From The Fringe: Women Rabbis, Revealed! A reading of a new play written by Rabbi Lynne A. Kern and Ronda Spinak, culled from the transcripts of the documentary film about 18 LA women rabbis entitled, On the Fringe. Three actresses breathe life into the words and memories of 18 women rabbis of Los Angeles. Directed by Eve Brandstein. Performances by Abby Freeman, Bari Hochwald and Kate Zentall.

May 3-5 2010

2009 At-Homes Salon Theatre Season

Pass the Salt—Stories about Food The Bialy Eaters – World Premiere
Adapted from Mimi Sheraton’s book of the same name, By Ellen Sandler.

February 23-25 2009

Say Yes—Unlikely women say yes to being Jewish Material by Vicki Juditz, Alla Rubin, Deborah Pearl, Betsy Salkind and Michele Gendelman.


March 23-25 2009

Generations—Mothers and daughters joust about what it means to be family. A collection of writings by Jennifer Maisel, Carol Schlanger, Susan Merson, Ronda Spinak, and Barbara Nell Beery.

May 4-6 2009