OUR CURRENT PROGRAMS
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Rahel Musleah offers a range of programs that both educate and entertain, taking adults and children on a journey to Jewish India that is both historical and personal. From Baghdadi-Indian Passover and Rosh Hashanah seders to single adult education evenings, artist-in-residence weekends, interactive Hebrew school programs or a series on the different Indian and Iraqi communities, Rahel creates a warm and spicy atmosphere that mirrors the heritage of the community she loves. |
NAMASTE AND SHALOM: A Virtual Tour of Jewish India
Take a trip to Jewish India! India's Jewish heritage is a rich cultural and historical saga that stretches from biblical times until today. Explore each of India's Jewish communities as we visit sites and synagogues in Bombay, Calcutta, and Cochin. |
JEWISH CALCUTTA THROUGH MUSIC AND MEMORY: The Personal Story of a Baghdadi Jewish Family
Through the vivid prism of her family's story and a heritage of lyrical songs, Rahel Musleah introduces audiences to the rich culture of the Jews of India and Iraq. |
SYNAGOGUES OF INDIA
India’s synagogues are wondrous spaces as diverse as its communities. Learn about the history of each community as we tour these fascinating, resplendent, and elegant spiritual spaces. |
SCHOLAR-IN-RESIDENCE WEEKEND
Create a weekend that will appeal to all ages: An unforgettable tapestry of heritage and culture. |
THE JEWS OF IRAQ: From Babylonian Exile to Today
There were once 150,000 Jews in Iraq. Today there are five. What happened to this illustrious community, the birthplace of the Babylonian Talmud and a rich source of cultural and scholarly life throughout the centuries? |
FROM SHIPWRECKS TO MAHARAJAS: The Jews of Bombay and Cochin
The saga of lost tribes, shipwrecks and remote villages traces India's oldest Jewish communities. |
FACING WEST: The True Story of One Family's Journey from India to Israel, 1945-1955
A vivid portrait of life in Palestine (Israel) on the brink of statehood, told through original letters and accompanied by archival photos, pioneer songs of the period, and Baghdadi-Indian Jewish songs (pizmonim) that express the yearning for Zion. A reminder of what Israel means to us. |
BEYOND DREIDELS AND LATKES:
An Indian Hanukkah Story Explore India's Jewish communities and learn how they celebrate Hanukkah. Discover how the origin of India’s Bene Israel community is rooted in Hanukkah. |
APPLES AND POMEGRANATES:
A Family Seder for Rosh Hashanah The Seder Yehi Ratzone, a distinctive Sephardic/Mizrahi home ritual, features symbolic foods and blessing for the new year. This seder full of fun, delicious wishes, fall holiday customs and melodies sets a spiritual tone for a year of optimism. |
A TASTE OF PASSOVER:
Indian Style! Share Baghdadi and Bene Israel traditions, foods and melodies for Passover. Learn, laugh and sing with us! Led by Rahel Musleah and Joshua Shapurkar. |
PASSOVER AROUND THE WORLD:
From Baghdad to the Balkans Colorful and unusual customs, songs, and foods from the four corners of the world will enrich your own seder. |
SHIRA B'SHVAT: Musical, Mystical, and Mouthwatering
A special program of spirited and lyrical Baghdadi and Indian Jewish melodies. Mouthwatering and mystical “Tob Shevat” seder based on the book Pri Etz Hadar, and the malida. |
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
Very lovely presentation. It spoke not only to the eyes and tastebuds, but also the heart. I love your gentle way of presenting. You do things in such a lovely, elegant way. Shukriya [Thank you].”
— Beth C., Philadelphia
In the 16 years of presenting approximately 300 programs, yours is up there as one of the best!”
— Marlene P., Aptos, CA
