theatre dybbuk specializes in using historical narratives that intersect with considerations of identity and heritage to illuminate the forces at play in our contemporary societies.

In this workshop, the artists of theatre dybbuk take participants through a process in which they gain tools to investigate their own personal and/or communal narratives, texts, and turning points as vessels to create new theatrical work that explores the complexities of our world. Aaron Henne, founding artistic director of theatre dybbuk, will facilitate this masterclass.

The free session will use a combination of writing, vocal work, and movement-based techniques.

Accessibility: Please note that our building is not currently accessible to visitors with limited mobility. This workshop will take place on the second floor and ground floor.

About theatre dybbuk:

Founded in 2011 and based in Los Angeles, theatre dybbuk creates provocative performances and innovative educational encounters that explore Jewish thought to illuminate universal human experience. theatre dybbuk envisions a world where people challenge themselves to revel in the complexity of our shared humanity.

From November 14-18, 2024, the Museum of Jewish Montreal is welcoming theatre dybbuk to its space for a presentation of live theatrical performances and other public programs. Click here to learn more about the residency.

About Aaron Henne:

Aaron teaches storytelling throughout the country and has presented professional development and character creation workshops at Lucasfilm, Pixar, and Dreamworks. With Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion, he has been faculty for the EMA program, was the Diane Luboff Scholar at the Cutter Colloquium, and is a part of Beit Hayotzer/The Creativity Braintrust. Aaron has also served as a professional mentor at Otis College of Art and Design and as faculty for the Wexner Heritage and Graduate Programs, as well as for Georgetown University. He has worked as an educator and facilitator for a wide variety of organizations including The Hive at Leichtag Commons, Jewish Federation of North America's Young Leadership Cabinet, and The Bronfman Fellowship. Aaron is a Pilot Wexner Field Fellow, a member of the ROI community, and the recipient of LA Weekly and SF Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle Awards for Playwriting.

This program is made possible with thanks to the support of the Covenant Foundation.