Everybody Wants This: Depictions of Jewish Identity in Contemporary American TV
with Rabbi Viki Bedo
Tuesdays at 7:30pm on 1/7, 1/14, 1/28
Registration for all classes in this series is required.
Dive into the world of contemporary American TV to explore how Jewish identity is portrayed in popular shows like Transparent, Curb Your Enthusiasm, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Broad City, Sex and the City, Nobody Wants This, and more! Together, we’ll watch and analyze key scenes that tackle Jewish rituals, holidays, lifecycle events, interdating and intermarriage, antisemitism, and the ever-complicated relationship with Israel.
This discussion-based class will be both thought-provoking and entertaining, offering a chance to reflect on how TV captures (or distorts!) the modern Jewish experience. Heads up: some shows include explicit language and themes—just like real life! Bring your curiosity and your opinions for what’s sure to be a lively conversation.
