May 2018
Three actors struggle with how to tell the ancient, sacred story of Sarah and Hagar, the mothers of Isaac and Ishmael, through a modern lens. Drawing from the Muslim, Christian and Jewish traditions, and trying various iterations to determine which religion’s version of the narrative gets told, the actors wrestle with how to tell a tale when there are multiple accounts of what happened. Venue: Theater at the 14th Street Y 344 East 14th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY…
Hoping for a quick windfall of inheritance, Abe, a Wall Street stock jock, returns to the office of his recently deceased, estranged father searching for a lost deed. Among the piles of papers strewn about the office he doesn’t find the deed. Instead he finds a scavenger hunt his father has left behind for him - and the audience holds the clues. Venue: Theater at the 14th Street Y 344 East 14th Street 2nd Floor New York, NY 10003 Running…
A play that, quite literally, asks Jacob to wrestle with his role as brother, husband, and man of God. The Jacob Play introduces a tag team tussle between Jacob & Rebecca vs Esau and Isaac, a Battle Royale of Leah vs. Rachel vs. Jacob vs. Laban, and finally, the MAIN EVENT: Jacob vs. The Angel of the Lord. Get ready for a hard-hitting, smackdown, knockout wrestling extravaganza - it’s the event of the millennium! Venue: Theater at the 14th Street…
The matriarch Rebecca played favorites among her sons, Esau and Jacob, believing one to be the rightful heir. This play marries that narrative to the story of the city of Charleston. The city becomes a mother playing favorites among her children, White and Black. Through a series of scenes and monologues, two actors explore rivalry, racism and how each brother reacts when the roles are reversed. Venue: Theater at the 14th Street Y 344 East 14th Street 2nd Floor New…
May 2019
The honeymoon is over! But you’re just beginning the next part of your family’s exciting journey. Come join other expectant HMI parents, along with Director of 14th Street Y Family Programs, Dana Federbush, 14th Street Y Community Catalyst and Parenting Educator, Meredith Fein Lichtenberg and the Honeymoon Israel NYC team for an evening of mingling, mocktails, and dinner from Israeli restaurant, Taim. This night will be a fun casual event where you can ask Meredith any questions about your pregnancy, childbirth, and new parent journey. You will also learn more…
September 2020
Join yoga instructor Chintamani Kansas for a reflective and meditative yoga session hosted by OneTable and the 14th Street Y. We’ll be welcoming Shabbat Shuvah — the Shabbat that falls between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur — known as a time of repentance, reflection, and forgiveness. Our yoga instructor, C, will lead us through accessible movements and meditations focused on reflection and the New Year, open to people of all levels and experiences. If you have a yoga mat, great,…
June 2023
A celebration of new Israeli cinema In-person screenings June 1-8, 2023 | Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan Virtual films screening June 1-12, 2023 | Festival films will be available to stream online with ticket purchase Join us for the 11th annual Israel Film Center Festival celebrating new Israeli Cinema. Click here to learn more and purchase tickets. Use discount code ifc14sy for 20% off all tickets and passes! https://youtu.be/nQIuEfW9m_k
SABBATH QUEER: A LABA NY & Lab/Shul collaboration Friday, June 23 6:00 – 7:00 PM | Lobby Happy Hour 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Rooftop Ritual and After Party Join your downtown community in the 14Y Theater for a special LABA NY & Lab/Shul collaboration in honor of Pride month—Sabbath Queer: A night of Pride, spiritual intimacy, a ritual circle of live music, mindfulness, and poetic intentions that welcome your Sabbath Queen. Led by the Lab/Shul Ritual Team and…
December 2023
"Unite with Light!" Chanukah at Cooper Square Monday, December 11 | 5:15 PM Location: Cooper Triangle Experience the warmth of togetherness and the joy of tradition at Unite with Light! Join us on Monday, December 11, at 5:15 PM in the heart of East Village at Cooper Square for a magical menorah lighting event. Organized by the Jews of East Village (Chabad East Village) and in collaboration with the 14th Street Y, this celebration welcomes everyone to partake in the…
January 2024
Please join us for a screening of Kaddish, an award-winning documentary that explores the impact of intergenerational trauma on a Jewish family in 1980s New York. A discussion with the film’s director and producer Steve Brand will follow the screening. Join us following the film for a reception featuring light refreshments. Tickets: $17.99, includes ticketing fees This event is presented by FED Social, in collaboration with the 14th Street Y, to commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day. About the film: Yossi…