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L.A. Jewish Symphony Concert, Open Temple Seder Crawl

April 10, 2026

Article by Jewish Journal Staff, Jewish Journal

Scholars in Residence Series, Part 3: Maestra Noreen Green, Performing Arts

March 27, 2026

Article by Milken Staff, Milken Community School

LA Jewish Symphony Concert, JFSLA Community Impact Network, Ziegler at Sharaka Luncheon

November 3, 2025

Article by Jewish Journal Staff, Jewish Journal

What’s Happening

Gershwin and the Golden Age

Sunday, October 11, 2026
@ 7:00PM

Houston Gala

Sunday, May 3, 2026
@ 7:00PM

Jazz Shabbat Service

Friday, April 24, 2026
@ 7:30PM

Symphony of the Holocaust at Congregation Beth Shalom

Sunday, April 12, 2026
Screening, Music Presentation, Q&A

Opera Favorites with a Jewish Twist

Sunday, March 22, 2026
@ 3:00PM

Kristallnacht Commemoration Event

Sunday, November 9, 2025
@ 7:00PM

East Meets West: A World of Jewish Music

Sunday, October 12, 2025
@ 4:00PM

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Fans will be dancing flamenco in the aisles as Valley Opera & Performing Arts, VOPA presents one of the most beloved operas of all time — Bizet’s "Carmen." Directed by Dylan F. Thomas and conducted by Maestra Noreen Green, this fully-staged production ignites the stage with fierce storytelling, unforgettable music, and powerhouse performances.With the VOPA Orchestra and an electrifying cast, this is "Carmen" as you’ve never seen it before, running June 13-14 and 20-21 at the El Portal Theatre.Get your tickets at the link below! Use code "LAJS" for $5 off any regularly priced ticket.ci.ovationtix.com/371/production/1251951?performanceId=11695889 ... See MoreSee Less
Your legislators need to hear from YOU today. We're calling for $40 million for the Performing Arts Equitable Payroll Fund (PAEPF).That investment means: fair pay for creative workers and equitable access to funding resources to underrepresented cultural groups and geographic regions. The Jewish Symphony was one of the lucky organizations to receive a PAEPF grant last year, and it has made such a difference for us.Pick up the phone. Call your lawmakers and demand they fund the arts here: secure.everyaction.com/IsPhlmpbKkK1OLB_Am6qgg2Enter your voter registration address, and the system will find your representatives and provide a reference script.Additionally, call Assembly Budget Chair Jesse Gabriel’s office directly at (818) 380-2460 to make your voice heard!THE DEADLINE IS MAY 22.#InvestCAArts #40mforpaepf ... See MoreSee Less
The Performing Arts Equitable Payroll Fund is up for renewal in the CA legislature, and we need your help to support the budget allocation of $40 million in the 2026–2027 budget.The PAEPF was designed to strengthen California's small nonprofit performing arts organizations by helping them meet payroll, directly supporting working artists, small nonprofits, and their communities. We were very fortunate to receive a substantial grant during the program's inaugural year.Actors' Equity Association has created a one-click letter to ask your legislators to support the $40 million budget ask for the PAEPF. Please take five minutes to send the pre-written letter at the link below and encourage your local lawmakers to support continued funding for the PAEPF and the performing arts!Send the letter here: actionnetwork.org/letters/california-needs-your-help-support-the-performing-arts-today?nvep=&hmac... ... See MoreSee Less