The Golem
by David Fishelson, H. Leivick, Joseph C. Landis

The Golem

Highlights

120 mins Unit Set/Multiple Settings Eastern European

Synopsis

THE STORY: Drenched in the magic and mystery of the Kabbala, THE GOLEM retells the legend of a sixteenth-century Rabbi in Prague who defies God when he molds and animates a huge clay figure to defend the Jewish community from attack.

Written in Yid

Press Reviews

"A fabulous tale, excitingly staged—its power comes from the stunning reality the play reflects.” —The New York Times. “A monster hit: makes us think and feel…A powerful, thoughtful, gripping, disturbing production.” —New York Post. “Daring, stirring, eloquent…Accomplishes something that few contemporary productions even attempt: It teaches us about the world we live in. New York is lucky to have this fascinating show.” —Time Out New York. ”Reverberates with the latest headlines…The play's power resides in its evocations.“ —Village Voice. ”Still resonates today…Addresses religious intolerance, the longing for peace and the necessity of war."

— Newsday (NY)

Publication

Year 2001
Binding Paperback
Pages 72
Language English
ISBN-13 9780822218999
ISBN-10 0822218992

The Golem is a Eastern European play written by David Fishelson and published by Dramatists Play Service (2001).

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