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FEDERATION NEWS October 2021 7A

Help make a camper’s Sarasota Jewish Theater

dreams come true! returns

in Sarasota-Manatee on our new cam-
pus, will share the latest about all the Staff Report By Carole Kleinberg, Artistic Director, Sarasota Jewish Theater
changes that are happening and are yet “ inei ma tov u’ma na’im she- community needs the entire commu- arasota Jewish Theater (SJT), giveness and being forgiven, is direct-
to come for Federation. vet achim gam yachad.” nity’s support. Many generous people a project of The Jewish Fed- ed by Carole Kleinberg, and features
We welcome Shep Englander, our H– “Behold how good and have already contributed to Camp Mar- Seration of Sarasota-Manatee, award-winning actor Katherine Mi-
new Federation CEO, who shares his pleasant it is when all people live to- ci Lynn’s startup costs and construc- is thrilled to announce a new riveting chelle Tanner. Preview, March 2; per-
excitement for joining the team and gether as one.” (Psalm 133:1) tion, but we need your help to get us lineup, coming off its highly successful formances, March 3 and 5 at 7:30 p.m.,
working with Bruce, “Bruce is a lead- The song brings back memories to our goal. Opportunities for naming inaugural season. This season will of- and March 6 at 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
er’s leader. He loves challenges and for so many people who attended Jew- and dedications are available through fer three entertaining, emotionally en- SJT hopes to receive streaming rights
committing to aggressive goals. He ish camp as children. To sing these Camp Marci Lynn, including: the new gaging, contemporary plays performed for this play.
combines his outstanding strategic and words is to truly understand the magic pool and splash pad; sports venues live in the interim theater of the Play- Tuesdays with Morrie: This is the
business brains with his powerful mor- that is created when people of all back- such as fields and courts; camp offices, ers Centre for Performing Arts at the autobiographical story of journalist
al compass to lead others toward the grounds and abilities come together in check-in desk and nurses station; ded- Crossings of Siesta Key Mall on Tami- Mitch Albom and Morrie Schwartz, his
right choice even when it is the most harmony. Summer camp is the perfect icated areas for arts, nature and STEM ami Trail and Siesta Drive. former Brandeis University professor.
difficult option. I am inspired and en- (Science, Technology, Engineering, Rose by Martin Sherman: This This touching, life-affirming drama,
ergized to partner with him and learn Math). thought-provoking play, starring Car- sprinkled with a generous dose of hu-
from him.” Donations at every level are wel- olyn Michel and directed by Howard mor, will burst to life on the stage fea-
You won’t want to miss this, so come, whether you want to support a Millman, blends the personal with the turing Sarasota favorite Don Walker.
join your Federation family as we cel- single activity or a huge structure at political as it traces Rose’s story from Preview, April 6; performances, April
ebrate and honor our guiding visionar- Camp Marci Lynn. How about join- 7 and 9 at 7:30 p.m., and April 10 at
ies, lay leaders and volunteers. ing with some of your neighbors and 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.
To register for this free event for underwriting a gaga pit together? We Sarasota Jewish Theater follows
either in-person attendance or via are happy to work with you to ensure CDC guidelines. We will make ev-
Zoom, please visit jfedsrq.org/events. that your gift to Camp Marci Lynn has ery effort to hold the performances in
For more information, contact me at a lasting impact in a way that matters person. The theater will be at reduced
jlisitza@jfedsrq.org or 941.343.2113. to you most. seating capacity. In addition, should we
place to foster an inclusive, accepting Our heartfelt thanks to those who the devastation of Nazi-ruled Europe need to, for the safety of our audience,
environment, where all children have already committed to making Camp to living the American dream in Miami seating will be appropriately separated
a part of the experience. When adults Marci Lynn a success, including ma- Beach. Preview, February 2; perfor- and spread out, and masks will be re-
are asked what experiences from child- jor donors Tommy & Karen Bern- mances, February 3 and 5 at 7:30 p.m., quired.
hood most significantly contributed to stein, Michael & Marcy Klein and The and February 6 at 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 Tickets range in price from $18 to
their identity, summer camp almost Stone Foundation; the Camp Marci p.m. $33 and will be available for purchase
always ranks high on the list. Lynn Committee headed by Tommy The Interview by Faye Sholiton: later this fall at jfedsrq.org/events.
As you may have heard, a new Bernstein and Jaime Marco; the many Geraldine Librandi appears as Bracha Sponsorship opportunities will also
camp is coming soon: Camp Mar- hardworking members of Camp Marci Weissman, a Holocaust survivor who be available. For more information,
ci Lynn. It will be on the new Larry Lynn Task Forces who work alongside reluctantly agrees to be interviewed please email me at info@Sarasota
& Mary Greenspon Family Campus Robby to make sure our camp is the for the Shoah Project. This moving JewishTheater.org.
for Jewish Life and will include ev- best in the area. story of mothers and daughters, of for-
erything that kids love about camp To learn more about camp plans
– games, sports, swimming, music, and programming, contact Robby Etz- Now access private sessions
Now access private sessions
art and fun! Robby Etzkin, Sr. Direc- kin at robbye@campmarcilynn.org or
from home via
tor of Camp Marci Lynn, is working 941.552.6308. from home via
with a team of dedicated parents and To make your gift, contact Ilene Fox
community members to build the pre- at ifox@jfedsrq.org or 941.343.2111.
mier summer experience for kids in You can also visit jfedsrq.org/donate Resilience
Sarasota-Manatee. and choose Camp Marci Lynn in the
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