Red 7 - Brightsmith
Rachel's 2023 Edinburgh Fringe show is heading on tour in 2024, and where better to test out new elements than in front of a Limmud audience! Mixing favourite moments with fresh material, this will be an entertaining, uplifting show. "There is a huge scope for humour around culture and religion. Rachel Creeger is the pinnacle of this." Funny Women
Red 1
Join us as we lay out the rules for our game of Limmud Assasins! You’ll get a list of assigned targets and your job is to eliminate them from the game without getting 'killed' yourself. Join us if you want a game of stealth, ingenuity and meeting new people! You must attend the session to be eligible to participate in the game.
Red 2
Presented by a climate technology entrepreneur and advisor to four climate funds based in Israel, the session will start with an interactive quiz followed by a discussion of Israel's contribution to climate change technology.
Orange 13
This film classic has been controversial since its release. With music written and performed by (then) Cat Stevens, Harold and Maude is a timeless treat, recognized by the American Film Institute: 100 Years...100 Laughs – #45; 100 Years...100 Passions – #69; 100 Years...100 Cheers – #89 and10 Top 10: #9 Romantic Comedy Film. It is unforgettable.
Red 4
Join us for a captivating text-based series delving into the rich narratives of these inspiring women. Explore their wisdom, courage, and enduring legacy that continue to shape Jewish history and faith. Chana changed the way humans interact with G-d, shaping our prayers and teaching us the power of hope and perseverance even in the face of despair.
Orange 11
Come and hear how hundreds of inspiring start-ups are cleaning up the planet, saving lives and helping humanity.
Red 3
Protect yourself from the dangers of witchcraft with this handy session. We'll learn a special incantation from the Talmud to be said on encountering witches. We'll also look at why the rabbis were worried about demons and witches. Broomsticks not provided.
Yellow 21
The purpose here is to create a safer space at Limmud where LGBT+ Jews (including but not limited to lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, asexual, intersex, questioning and more) can come and meet each other to socialise. This will be a fun space to hang out and play games.
Jekaterina Erlich-Koren Marika Guralik
Orange 15
"Ma-s-Ka" is an Estonia-based creative female duet of singers - Marika Guralnik and Ekaterina Erlich, who create their own fascinating and unique world of vocal with focus on the rich Jewish heritage, highlighting the Ashkenazi culture - the space of the Yiddish language. Their performance will be accompanied by an instrumental band.
Yellow 24
Come along for a fun lesson in this partner dance. It's easy to learn the basics and can be danced to many different music types. Each session will be standalone - come to both if you enjoy it, and get ready to show off the moves you've just learned at the disco later!
Orange 14
Four pop songs of my earlier years reread the Noah’s ark narrative in unusual and fruitful ways. They all speak to me. We will see how they relate to rabbinic interpretation and how this can lead to a renewal of the urgent message of the Flood for today…
Flood goes Pop - mekorot 2023h.pdf
Red 5
The Jewish Autonomous Oblast, one of two modern Jewish states. We'll be going over its formation, controversies and its 'relevance'.
Orange 10
In this session, we will learn why every beer is kosher according to the German purity law. There is however a German minhag (local tradition) to learn. The session will include a little tasting of three different German beers.
Wine For me, I prefer beer! Tasting Session at Limmud Festival 2023 in Birmingham.pdf
Natalie Grazin Blu Cohen-Grazin Holly Gibson
Red 8
A peer support space for parents of neurodivergent children, led by an autistic teenager, an SEN family support worker and a parent. We will share experience and knowledge, including the challenges particular to the Jewish community context. Non-judgmental: an opportunity to laugh together and build community among others who understand.
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