The humble yet beloved Purim-spiel ("play" in Yiddish) is the only genuine folk theater that has survived a thousand years of European culture, and in our day has morphed and flourished
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Purim! The Musical
A stranger visiting a synagogue for the first time, seeing clergy dressed as Humpty Dumpty and the
Whether you are planning your own elaborate production or a small
When the Megillah is read or acted out, the kids eagerly anticipate the mention of Haman (the bad guy)
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The Jewish Educator Portal's Purim Resources Collection has engaging resources for every type of learner
It takes place on the 14th of the Hebrew month of Adar, which usually falls in March
Purim Shpiels Written by Rabbi Richard Agler and Cantor Stephanie Shore Maybe everyone can decorate their background, or, dress up in costume! “Some fun Purim costume ideas include dressing up as prominent Jewish figures, both fictional and real, like Miriam Maisel 12 Purim Activities For The Kids
This version of the play is available to use as a free Purim script, provided that no ticket charges or donations are made in presenting the material
Hilarious jokes aimed at a K-5 audience, perfect for your religious school or day school
Mitzvah #1: Hear the Purim story (Megillah) One of the most important parts of Purim is to hear the Megillah, or the book of Esther
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For 29 years, the spiels were written and directed by congregant Norman Roth, Interested in joining our Purim spiel? Or maybe you want to help out behind the scenes… Once everything has dried on your masks, it’s time to add your stretchy elastic thread so it can be worn
Cantor Jamie Marx has been writing and selling Purim spiels since 2016, and they have been performed in over 250 synagogues across North America, the United Kingdom, South Africa, and New Zealand
This holiday takes place in the Spring and features joviality, shpiels, and the recitation of Megillat Esther (the Book of