Facing West: One Family's Journey from India to Israel (1945-1955)

This immersive presentation brings to life the experiences of a family making their way from India to Israel in the pivotal decade leading up to and following statehood. Told through original letters, archival photographs, and the music of the era, it paints a vivid portrait of life in Palestine (Israel) on the brink of independence. Pioneer songs reflect the determination of early settlers, while Baghdadi-Indian Jewish pizmonim express a deep yearning for Zion. A powerful and evocative way to celebrate Yom Ha’Atzmaut.

We strive to ensure access and meaningful participation by all. As such, this program will have closed captioning.

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Through the vivid prism of her family's story, Rahel Musleah introduces audiences to the distinctive heritage of the Jews of India and Iraq. The seventh generation of a Calcutta family, she traces her roots to 17th-century Baghdad. Her multi-faceted visual, song, and story presentations offer a rare and intimate view of a rich culture little-known to most. Rahel is an award-winning journalist, author, singer, storyteller, and educator. Her articles have appeared in The New York Times, Hadassah magazine, and numerous other publications. Her publications include Apples and Pomegranates: A Family Seder for Rosh Hashanah; and a CD of Shabbat and holiday melodies, Hodu: Jewish Rhythms from Baghdad to India.


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