Theater Lecture: Osher Lifelong Learning | Fiddler on the Roof: 60 Years of Tradition and Triumph (Tuesday, December 10, 2024)
Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Hours: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Admission: $15 for OLLI Members, $25 for Non-Members (Click here to register for a ticket)
Location: Jewish Museum of Florida (301 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33199)
Celebrate six decades of Fiddler on the Roof, the beloved musical that has captured hearts worldwide since its premiere in 1964. Dr. Alan Mason’s lecture will delve into the rich history and cultural impact of the musical, exploring how its themes of tradition, family, and resilience resonate across generations. Discover behind-the-scenes stories, memorable performances, and the enduring legacy of this theatrical masterpiece.
Dr. Alan Mason is a graduate of the Manhattan School of Music, where he was awarded Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees, and the University of Miami, where he was awarded the Doctor of Musical Arts degree. Additionally, Alan did post-doctoral studies at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois. Alan had a long academic career, teaching on several college campuses from 1982, until his retirement from Barry University in 2014, where he was Associate Professor of Music, 1996-2014. Alan is the conductor of HaZamir Miami, a chapter of HaZamir: The International Jewish Teen Choir.
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