The Yiddish Walk of Fame: A Walking Tour

In the first decades of the 20th century, a vibrant Yiddish theatrical scene blossomed on the Lower East Side. Centered on Second Avenue, New York’s “Yiddish Broadway” offered dramas, comedies, and musicals that rivaled the offerings uptown. Join community historian Elissa Sampson to explore the roots of American theater and popular culture through a tour of historic sites along Second Avenue. Our stops will include the Yiddish Arts Theatre, Cafe Royale, the Yiddish Rialto Starwalk, and the Community Synagogue. The total length of the tour will be about half a mile.











When: Sun., Sep. 11, 2016 at 10:45 am
Where: Museum of the City of New York
1220 Fifth Ave.
212-534-1672
Price: $30
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In the first decades of the 20th century, a vibrant Yiddish theatrical scene blossomed on the Lower East Side. Centered on Second Avenue, New York’s “Yiddish Broadway” offered dramas, comedies, and musicals that rivaled the offerings uptown. Join community historian Elissa Sampson to explore the roots of American theater and popular culture through a tour of historic sites along Second Avenue. Our stops will include the Yiddish Arts Theatre, Cafe Royale, the Yiddish Rialto Starwalk, and the Community Synagogue. The total length of the tour will be about half a mile.

Buy tickets/get more info now