Sun, Feb 16
|Holocaust Museum LA
Sh'ma: A Story of Survival
Join director and choreographer Dr. Suki John for a film screening and workshop. Sh'ma tells the story of her mother and family during the Shoah, weaving together the emotive languages of dance, music, and film.
Time & Location
Feb 16, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Holocaust Museum LA, 100 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA
About
Experience the power of Sh’ma: A Story of Survival, a multi-award-winning dance film depicting the Holocaust journey of Director Suki John’s mother. Through dance, music, and cinema, Sh’ma’s unique, personal perspective on ethnic violence and human resilience offers an empowering and universally accessible experience.
Bringing history alive through a ‘timeless’ aesthetic, Sh’ma ensures that its message resonates with audiences today, carrying themes of community, resistance, and hope into the present. Through kinesthetic empathy, emotive storytelling, stunning images and performances, the narrative impact of Sh’ma moves way beyond words.
Sh’ma: A Story of Survival features a diverse cast of 15 exceptional performers, including professionals from Dance Theatre of Harlem and Texas Ballet Theatre. With four cameras expertly operated by dance cinematographers, and an evocative original score, the film creates a profoundly emotional, hopeful, and unforgettable experience for viewers across age groups and backgrounds.
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