Jessica Abelsohn

December 14, 2023, 6:30 pm

The viral video of Nicholas Winton surrounded by children he saved during the Holocaust has deeply touched many people around the world. Despite his deep humility, Winton's story is finally being told.

By Jessica Abelsohn

December 5, 2023, 1:24 pm

Reactions in the workplace

When The AJN put a call-out to the community, the overwhelming response was that the terror attack against Israel had either been ignored or workplaces had shown sympathy with the Palestinians but not with the Israelis.

By Jessica Abelsohn

Bradley Cooper as Leonard Bernstein and Carey Mulligan as Felicia Montealegre in Maestro. Photo: Jason McDonald/Netflix

November 29, 2023, 6:46 am

Controversy & creativity

Peeling back the curtain on Leonard Bernstein, Maestro unveils a symphony of creativity, controversy and composition. And Bradley Cooper's second foray into directing hasn't been without controversy itself. Jessica Abelsohn explores the film and the surrounding commentary.

By Jessica Abelsohn

November 28, 2023, 7:18 am

Harnessing the power of musical harmony

“I loved the idea of providing people in Melbourne with a safe space to come together in song – to raise our voices for the hostages and to heal the world through harmony,"

By Jessica Abelsohn

November 28, 2023, 6:38 am

In her own words: Barbra Streisand

According to a biography written by Neal Gabler about the star, Streisand was mocked and dismissed for acting and looking “too Jewish”.

By Jessica Abelsohn

November 19, 2023, 6:57 am

Creating art from a female perspective

“There’s a lot of variety in the book in terms of the art that’s been created, and the perspectives of these women and why they’ve created what they’ve created,”

By Jessica Abelsohn

November 19, 2023, 6:22 am

The story you hear, but don’t see

In the shadow of the terror attack on Israel last month, a new film by Jonathan Glazer has been screened at the New York Film Festival. But it's not just any film. It's a film about the zone of interest – the area surrounding Auschwitz. Jessica Abelsohn reports.

By Jessica Abelsohn

Beanies and letters from Our Kitchen Hand program participants.

November 15, 2023, 1:32 pm

Beanies for the IDF soldiers

“There are so many people out there who would like to be doing something for Israel,” Pam said. “The emotion shown when the beanies are being delivered is unbelievable; tears are shed.”

By Jessica Abelsohn

November 14, 2023, 8:55 am

A humbling experience for Lyons

'I’ve travelled around the world and I’ve performed in a lot of beautiful places and great halls, but there’s something really special about the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Symphony'

By Jessica Abelsohn

November 10, 2023, 11:33 am

‘I am Jewish, hear me roar’

'By showing our pride, we are showing them that they must be proud too. They mustn’t fear. Because we are strong.'

By Jessica Abelsohn

Judy Garland singing Over the Rainbow in The Wizard of Oz. Photo: Screenshot

November 10, 2023, 10:45 am

We’ll meet you soon, somewhere over the rainbow

In this difficult time that we’re all going through right now, the lyrics of Over the Rainbow may just bring a bit of comfort your way.

By Jessica Abelsohn

American Bedroom. Photo: Barbara Peacock

November 10, 2023, 10:15 am

Head On Photo Festival descends on Sydney

The Head On Photo Festival will feature more than 700 photographers from around the world and will be exhibited at Bondi Beach, Paddington Reservoir Gardens and The Muse at TAFE, Ultimo.

By Jessica Abelsohn

Pip Mushin and Theatrical's Andrew Gyopar.

November 10, 2023, 7:22 am

Powerful themes, terrific score and performances

“Theatrical may be a small, independent theatre company but it has a huge heart and certainly punches above its weight,”

By Jessica Abelsohn

November 10, 2023, 7:17 am

Coming together for the kids

Brandenburger was so positively overwhelmed by people wanting to donate...

By Jessica Abelsohn

The cast of A Very Jewish Christmas Carol in rehearsal.

November 8, 2023, 7:03 am

Classic tale gets touch of Jewish humour

Hearst said that in the particular environment the world is currently facing, there has been nothing more uplifting than being part of the Jewish creatives who have come together to make a show that celebrates life.

By Jessica Abelsohn