Navot Miller: Artist Yeshiva
Every Pride, Havurah highlights the work of talented queer Jewish artists who are pushing the boundaries of what it means to be Jewish and LGBT. This June, we’re taking a look at the work of Navot Miller, a master of play in identity, in this special edition of Artist Yeshiva.
Yosef Goldman Explores New Melodies and Radical Hope
Havurah Music Director, Leah Dunn, attends and reviews the Yosef Goldman and Ensemble concert at the Marlene Meyerson JCC on May 29, 2024.
Amy Winehouse: Artist Yeshiva
Amy Winehouse, born on September 14, 1983, in the predominantly Jewish suburbs of Southgate, London, was not only a British musical icon but a vivid illustration of the complexities of Jewish identity in the world of contemporary art.
Jake Sheykhet Plays with Light and Darkness
Jake Sheykhet, a student at Brown University studying History or Art and Architecture, has crafted a unique artistic language deeply rooted in his Soviet Jewish heritage. Hailing from Denver, Colorado, Sheykhet's creative journey was kindled early on, guided by his parents and Soviet art instructors.
How a Trans Israeli Pop Star Changed Eurovision Forever
Dana International, a young Israeli artist, took center stage with her song “Diva,” capturing the essence of a rapidly evolving Eurovision landscape. Her performance, characterized by its iconic, campy flair, would have been a viral sensation today, brimming with meme-worthy moments.
Havurah Team Letter: The Rise of Zionist Blacklists in the Art World
TamaRadah: Finding Self and Seeking Unity
Tamaradah is an Israeli-Ethiopian recording artist living and working out of Tel Aviv. Havurah Music Director, Leah Dunn, profiles her career through a mix of personal anecdotes and musical analysis, highlighting Radah’s resilience, creativity, and commitment to art.
A Primer on Haggadah Aesthetics
For centuries musicians have composed our Niggunim, architects built our sanctuaries, and designers have created our Haggadot.
A Musical Odyssey of Glitter, Comedy, and Belonging: RIZO at Joe’s Pub
Havurah’s Music Director Leah Dunn, reviews RIZO’s performance at Joe’s Pub.
An Indie Musician’s Journey to Jewish Sound
Leah Dunn is an audio engineer, producer, and recording artist. She joined as the music director of Havurah in the Summer of 2022.
Tzimtzum and the Art of Painting, with Ken Goshen
Ken Goshen’s recent paintings are featured in Tzimtzum, a Havurah gallery exhibition at the Jerusalem Biennial. Here, Goshen reflects on the idea of Tzimtzum in his own practice and as an inherent part of art-making.
How Hannah Gaffney Weaves her Jewish Heritage
Hannah Gaffney, an emerging artist from Mont Vernon, New Hampshire, is currently enrolled at The Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), where she is honing her skills in Fiber. Drawing heavily on the textures and tales of found photos, antique trinkets, and family traditions Gaffney sees her art as an extension of herself.
Yoni Gutenmacher is Writing Fiction for our Jewish Time
Yoni Gutenmacher is a student at Brooklyn College, completing his MFA in Creative Writing. Based in New York, Yoni’s work both as a writer and a member of the Jewish community has been informed by his experiences within the city's diverse cultural landscape.
Emmet Cohen’s Jazz Forges Connection
Connecting Cohen and his current contributions to historical precedents underscores the deep reverence the young pianist has for the established masters of this music.
Hanna Veiler Writes Outside the Lines
Hanna Veiler, president of the German Jewish Student Union, writes on topics of complex identity, migration and memory culture. Known largely for her Jewish activism, her poems and short-stories lies side by side with her fight against antisemitism.
Trying to Capture Still Moments of Jewish Time
Moshe Sopher-Harelick is a photographer in his final semester at Parsons. He sees his art as a mechanism to show the world his Judaism through a medium thats accesible to all.
A Blemish on the Arts: A Letter from a Jewish Artist
Graphic Artist and Havurah Advisory Board Member Alex Woz writes on the rise of antisemitism in the creative world, and reflects on Jewish exclusion within the arts.
The Wonder of Paul Simon’s “Seven Psalms”
True to the meaning of the word psalm, Simon’s lyrics are accompanied by a haunting, dreamlike acoustic guitar hook that repeats and transforms in a sonic dance.
Eitan Gutenmacher is Designing a New Jewish Expression
Eitan Gutenmacher, a Jewish student at NYU Gallatin and a co-founder of Havurah, sat down with Hillel International to discuss community design, Jewish life on campus, and why he thinks Photoshop can be a tool for the divine.
Making Music with Sammy Tweedy
Indie musician and songwriter Sammy Tweedy’s recent single, “Complete Picture,” is a mixture of dark moody synths, mesmerizing off-kilter drums, and poignant lyrical vignettes.
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