Ronda Spinak, The Braid/Jewish Women’s Theatre’s co-founder and artistic director, takes us on a deeply personal tour of her childhood, filled with relatives who cared for her while she was growing up. As a teenager, when she finds her Uncle Jack to be an embarrassment, she realizes he is unlike her other family members, or really anyone else. A profoundly Jewish and touching story of self-reflection and spirituality, this cautionary tale is ultimately about tolerance and acceptance.
Produced by The Braid/Jewish Women’s Theatre
USA, 2020
True story, Drama
English
6:20 minutes
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