LABAlive III: Family Taboos

After a year diving into the mysteries and power of TABOO, our LABA artists will present new work featuring music, literature, movement, theater, new media, and more…intertwined with classical Jewish teachings, followed by a celebratory reception.

Come take a bite of this forbidden fruit!

‘Ein Sof’
Melissa Weisz | Multimedia Performance
New multimedia piece that explores the similar patterns shared by The Sefirot and Poly constellations.

The Guardian of the Clan
Damien Olsen | Multimedia Performance
A new piece combining sculpture, dance and live piano music, which is inspired by Sigmund Freud’s ‘Totem & Taboo’ essay, Jewish text, dreams and memories from disruptive family events.

Circumcise Your Heart
Rebecca Katz | Comics, Reading
Gather round for a bedtime story about the oldest continuous Jewish ritual—circumcision!