The History Behind the Musical

The story of America’s first Jewish superstar became the launchpad for the mega-stardom of yet another. The original film and the new Broadway Show will be discussed.

JOHN KENRICK—John gives talks on theatre and film history, has appeared in numerous documentaries, and is the author of Musicals101.com, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Amateur Theatricals, and the textbook Musical Theatre: A History. He has taught at numerous universities including New York University’s Steinhardt School.

FREE for NCJW/JCC Member; $15 Guest