The Jewish Question:
A Comedic Lament
A play by Eric Jaffe
Performed by Eric Jaffe
Acclaimed solo-show artist and comedian Eric Jaffe returns the stage with his bold, funny, and thought-provoking new work, THE JEWISH QUESTION: A Comedic Lament. Written and performed by Jaffe, the show premieres on Tuesday, July 22 at 7:00 PM at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, located at 334 Amsterdam Avenue at W 76th Street, New York, NY.
Jaffe’s new show is a whirlwind journey spanning Transylvania to Bangladesh, Sweden to New York City, and draws inspiration from sources as disparate as Socrates and professional wrestling. Jaffe recounts growing up in the shadow of the Holocaust while coming of age at a time when genuine acceptance—for Jews and all people—seemed within reach. With heartfelt humor and a tinge of heartbreak, Jaffe navigates the gulf between youthful idealism and the harsh realities of the present day Jewish experience.
ABOUT:
Solo-show artist and comedian Eric Jaffe is known for his hilarious and pointed takes on the ironies of American life. Whether channeling characters from his wild college days, poking fun at corporate absurdities, or examining the vicissitudes Jewish life, Jaffe’s stories invite audiences to laugh, reflect, and see themselves in new ways.
“Bravo!!! Inspiring! Loooooooved it from start to finish!!!”
“The concept, the writing, the performance, the comedic timing…every aspect of the show was truly impressive”
“So, so good. Funny and moving...I was with him every word. ”