Beckerman Jewish Film Series: Raise the Roof
Date:
Sunday, April 2, 2017 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Host:
Location:
Lyric Hall
827 Whalley Avenue
New Haven, CT 06515
Description:
Artists Rick and Laura Brown embark on a 10-year pursuit to reconstruct the elaborate roof & painted ceiling of the Gwoździec synagogue in Poland. Leading 300+ volunteers from 16 countries, the Browns grapple with the World War II Natzi-era destruction.
Deb Gaudette from Temple Beth David and Lyric Hall's John Cavaliere will lead a post-film talkback.
Partnership event with Lyric Hall Theater and Temple Beth David
Tickets: $10; jccnh.org/filmseries