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The People's Democratic Republic of Not The Gala

Not the Gala was founded in 2010 by a group of people who had escaped the Limmud insane asylum. Since then we have regaled audiences with our unique blend of lack of talent and irreverence for all things Jewish and Limmud. Get in touch to join our merry band.

Esther Offenberg

Esther is the President of the Union of Jewish Students. She studied psychology at the University of Birmingham and is absolutely loving her job, getting to work with Jewish students every day. Esther loves to learn languages, bake and knitting misshapen scarves while watching Glee.

Adam Ognall

Adam Ognall has been chief exec of New Israel Fund UK, the leading organisation promoting democracy and equality in Israel, for 8 years. A former mazkir of Habonim and co-chair of the Zionist Youth Council, he has worked on social change, coexistence and informal Jewish education here and in Israel.

Elisa Orenstein

Elise is a 13 year old pupil at JFS. She has a strong passion for dance. Elise choreographs, presents and coaches others in hip hop, contemporary and acrobatic dance. She is a member of Hendon trampolining squad and a dancer for the Fortitude Allstars Competition Crew, competing in street dance.

Iris Orenstein

Iris holds a BA (Hons) in Social Paedagogics. She is a Senior Social Worker at Jewish Care’s Holocaust Survivors’ Centre with 19 years’ experience. She has a certificate in Practice Education and is registered with HCPC & BASW. She is passionate about Holocaust compensation and mental wellbeing.

Leanne Orenstein

Leanne is a 11 year old pupil at JFS. She has a strong passion for dance. Leanne choreographs and presents contemporary & acrobatic dance. She is a member of the Hendon trampolining squad & competes regionally.

Adam Overlander-Kaye

A Limmudnik since 1997, Adam has worked professionally in the Jewish community for almost 25 years and is currently the director of fundraising and community engagement at Jewish Care. Originally from Manchester he has previously worked for ORT UK, Reform Judaism, UJIA, UJS and Bnei Akiva.

Jessica Overlander-kaye

JCoSS' Emotional Wellbeing Practitioner, Jessica works with students, staff and parents to maintain positive mental health. Facilitating ways to improve our mental wellbeing is a privilege. Jessica facilitates ante-natal/hypnobirth courses and explores life together with Adam, Ayala and Eitan.

Eli Ovits

Eli Ovits is Chief Executive of Limmud. Representing Limmud in 40+ countries, Eli supports the development of the Limmud movement. Eli is a Captain (res.) in the IDF Spokespersons Unit. He has lectured and traveled widely working to combat extremism and strengthen our global Jewish community.