Jewish History Mysteries
A Who-Done-It for the Whole Mishpacha!
Welcome to an immersive theatrical experience that uses humor, character, and interactivity to explore the evolving story of Jewish life in America. Audiences travel through diverse settings—family homes, bustling city streets, historical landmarks, and imaginary landscapes—all viewed through a Jewish American lens.
Interactive Theater. Unforgettable Characters. Uncovering Jewish Identity—One Clue at a Time.
These highly interactive performances combine audience participation, physical comedy, and character-driven storytelling with meaningful connections to Jewish heritage. Participants will meet characters, get clues, and play games that help Detective Lingo solve the mystery! This experience is structured in formats suitable for early childhood ages 4+ through to teens, young adults, families, and multigenerational audiences.
Take a Theatrical Journey Through Jewish American Life
Featuring characters across generations, Jewish History Mysteries offers unique perspectives on identity, community, and tradition. Whether tracing immigration routes, revisiting cultural milestones, or uncovering everyday rituals, each performance sparks reflection on how Jewish values have endured, adapted, and thrived from generation to generation.
NOW PLAYING: Detective Lingo and the Great Challah Cover-Up
When a beloved family challah cover goes missing before Shabbat, it's up to the world’s zaniest detective—and your community—to crack the case in this wildly interactive mystery experience celebrating Jewish tradition!
Join Detective Lingo as he investigates a mysterious theft with the help of young audience members, eccentric suspects, and a whole lot of Jewish humor. Along the way, participants will explore the meaning of rituals, discover the power of tradition, and meet three generations of a Jewish family—each with their own secrets. Participants will learn values like l’dor v’dor (generation to generation), kehillah (community), and chesed (kindness). It’s the perfect program for family engagement, holiday celebrations, or educational series that bring Jewish culture to life.
Key Themes Include:
- Observation & Problem Solving
- Jewish Traditions & American Jewish History
- Values: L’dor V’dor, Boldness, Kehillah, Tzedek
- Audience Participation & Community Engagement
Performance Formats:
- 45-minute Interactive Show
- 90-minute Mystery Experience with rotating suspects
- Performance Series with seasonal follow-ups
Great for:
Family Shabbat programs, holiday celebrations, youth groups, or special heritage events.
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