Book presentation: „If you are already dead it can no longer hurt“
Marko M. Feingold’s biography was reissued in May 2012 on the occasion of his 99th birthday. His memoirs are full of contradictions, turning points and disruptions in a life defined by the Nazis and the Holocaust. The review of his life is neither sentimental nor accusatory, however, and in spite of the suffering is full of humor and lightness.»more
Jewish Filmclub at the Jewish Museum Vienna
„Love Comes Lately“
Love Comes Lately is a 2006 film directed by Jan Schütte. The film is based on the short stories of Isaac Bashevis Singer and tells the story of a charming Australian émigré who lives in a state of “permanent confusion”.»more
Let´s celebrate Rosh Hashanah :)
From September 16 to 18, 2012, Jews all over the world celebrate New Year, Rosh Hashanah. We will tell you why on New Year’s eve honey and fruits are eaten and people wish each other “a good and sweet new year” and why they make such a noise with the shofar (ram’s horn).»more
1st Viennese Jewish New Year’s Concert
SOLD OUT!!!!
The Jewish Museum Vienna is pleased to invite you to the 1st Viennese Jewish New Year’s Concert. Enjoy the Vienna Jewish Choir conducted by Roman Grinberg and a guest appearance by Timna Brauer.»more
The Nine Lives of Martin Katz
Hunted by the Nazis in Vienna, conquering the elite in Munich: A review of the astonishing survival of a single man in Nazi Austria
“A few months ago I turned 91,” wrote Martin Katz, “and I think that I don’t have an endless amount of time to report to the generation of my grandchildren about the miracle that I’ve experienced: I have survived.”»more
“Forget the word, forget the country”
Film presentation and discussion with Ari Rath and Miguel Herz-Kestranek
The 40-minute film will be followed by a discussion with Ari Rath, journalist and former editor-in-chief and publisher of the Jerusalem Post, and Miguel Herz-Kestranek, vice-president of the Austrian Society for Exile Research on native lands, Austria, Israel and attitudes to emigration and migration today.»more
