Dipped in blood, but flying free: Thoughts on Yom HaZikaron and Yom Ha-Atzma'ut and Parashat Metzora

Jewish holidays feel different in Israel.  Maybe it’s because outside of Israel, celebrating a Jewish holiday is a somewhat counter-cultural...

"Don't forget your tambourine"

"Don't forget your tambourine" One of the most unusual musical theater productions ever staged was a children's opera call...