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Naomi Ackerman
Naomi Ackerman is an American-born Israeli. She received a BA from Hebrew University and teaching credentials from David Yellin Teachers Seminar. Naomi is a graduate of the prestigious Nissan Nativ Acting Studio, and successfully completed a two level film acting course run by Ruth Dichess. Naomi is an experienced actress whose credits include theater, musicals, films and television. She is a professional clown, street performer, and stilt walker.
Late Nite Comedy Debate
- Friday 10:40PM–11:55PM Empire Room 1
Not even Hillel and Shammai had such a heated debate! Not since the infamous Latke/Hamentaschen dispute have tensions risen to this level! Yiddish swear words may be invoked! Fisticuffs may ensue! No idea what we're talking about? Then you'd better come witness it for yourself at this off-the-cuff, improvisational, comedy session from some of Limmud NY 2008's bravest and finest.
Jewish Memo–Drama
- Saturday 1:00PM–2:15PM Empire Room 2
Arts and Performance, Identity and Responsibility
Using drama and story telling techniques, participants will share important incidents from their lives. They will discuss the people and moments that influenced them and their Jewish identity, and will act out and develop a dramatic story from these memories.
Teen Workshop on Healthy Relationships
- Sunday 10:10AM–11:25AM Congressional Room 1
Identity and Responsibility, High School Recommended, University Student Recommended
Using theater techniques, role playing and drama games, the participants attending the workshop will address issues of dating and abuse, focusing on what the essence of a healthy relationship should be.
“Flowers Aren’t Enough”
- Sunday 4:30PM–5:45PM Stardust
Arts and Performance, Identity and Responsibility
A monologue that tells the story of a young woman who finds herself in an abusive relationship. The monologue is woven from true stories and actual incidents. The show has been performed over 950 times in Israel and around the world.
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