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THE BRAID engages, educates, entertains, and creates a living legacy by inspiring Jewish stories that connect us all. As the Jewish story company that pioneered a new theatrical art form called Salon Theatre, we give voice to diverse contemporary stories grounded in Jewish culture and experience.
Since 2008, our growing collection of 80 original Salon Theatre shows have illuminated varied themes like forgiveness, food, family, and freedom, touching hearts and creating real change, including combatting antisemitism. Seminal shows newly spotlight the true stories of women rabbis, Persians, Latinx, Russian Jews, and Jews of Color. Our recently launched StoryNosh is also releasing digitally “bite- sized” Jewish stories on YouTube for all to enjoy.
In 2021, The Braid’s commissioned work Stories from the Violins of Hope was shared in 30 countries in partnership with the United Nations Outreach Programme on the Holocaust. It’s been translated into Spanish and Portuguese and was featured in the 2022 Greenwich International Film Festival. A new stage version premiered in Sydney, Australia in May 2023.
The Braid’s commissioned Not That Jewish, by Emmy Award–winning writer Monica Piper, ran more than 16 months in LA followed by a successful off-Broadway run. Other hit shows have featured Rain Pryor, TikTok star Annie Korzen, and master storyteller Vicki Juditz.
We are highly invested in ensuring that next generations have an artistic platform and inclusive community in which to celebrate the diversity in Jewish culture through our NEXT Emerging Artists Program.
The Braid performs across the country and is accessible globally via Zoom performances, our podcast AudioNosh, StoryNosh, streaming on ChaiFlicks, and other online platforms.
Learn More:
Learn more about personnel at THE BRAID:
RONDA SPINAK, Artistic Director and Founder
SUSAN MORGENSTERN, Producing Director
SHARON LANDAU, Executive Director
SALON THEATRE SERIES 2026 – SEASON 18
Do The Right Thing
January 20 – February 22, 2026
To mitzvah or not to mitzvah, that is the question! Funny, heart-warming and unbelievable stories reveal the moments we choose to do right…or choose to do wrong.
On Being Jewish Now
March 22 – April 22, 2026
How does it feel to be Jewish today? From fear to pride, these true stories from writers in a post-October 7th world will make you feel more connected than ever to one another. Stories are curated from the book of the same name, edited by Zibby Owen.
L’Chaim, America!
May 12 – June 17, 2026
Poignant and humorous contemporary stories illuminate inspiring, diverse Jewish experiences and speak to the America we know in our hearts. Happy Birthday, USA – you’re 250 years old!
March 15 – April 7, 2025
January 17 – February 18, 2024
A show about the rituals and traditions that heal us, harm us, and make us who we are. Created by The Braid’s NEXT Emerging Artists.
March 17 – April 18, 2024
May 15 – June 9, 2024
