Part of the Life Long Learning Series:

The Great Jewish Comedians:
From Burlesque and Vaudeville to the Borscht Belt and YouTube

This presentation will highlight some of the funniest and most beloved nightclub and television skits performed by the great Jewish comedians of the 20th century and little-known facts and anecdotes about their careers. From George Jessel and George Burns to Totie Fields, Sid Caesar, Mel Brooks, Milton Berle, Jackie Mason, Alan King, and many others, we will trace the evolution of comedy from the days of burlesque and vaudeville to radio, TV, film, nightclubs, comedy clubs, the Borscht Belt, and YouTube. You will learn of their origins, their original names (very few didn’t change their names), and laugh as they watch their skillful presentations of jokes and skits.*Taught by Al Kustanowitz

Event is in conjunction with NCJW Essex County