The Actors’ Temple

We are The Actors’ Temple 🌟 We are very diverse: We have people from all walks of life, all kinds of professions, education, non-profit, politics, etc. We are Not just for Actors: We are not just for actors, singers, dancers, performers, musicians, artists and writers, although we have many treasured and creative members in those professions! Everyone is Welcome: Whether you are a creative professional, an aficionado of the performing and literary arts, or simply someone looking for an opportunity to socialize and network with other like minded people, you are welcome in our community! The Actors’ Temple has welcomed and been part of so many families since it was founded in 1917 …. Membership prices remain: $180 per person and $360 for a family, and All Are Welcome! Come visit us, and learn more about the Actors’ Temple! For more information or questions Email: [email protected] #theactorstemple #temple #congregation #jewish #jewishlife #jewishevents #jewishcommunity #judaism #synagogue #shul #religious #religiousbuilding #famous #famousbuildings #nyclandmarks #nyc #manhattan #newyorkcity #allarewelcome #history

New to our page? 🌟 Get to know our Rabbi: @rabbijill “Rabbi Jill” is a local New Jersey native! Before coming to The Actors’ Temple in 2006, she served for twelve years at Boro Park Progressive Synagogue as Cantor, and for two years, also as Assistant Rabbi. She has a background in classical singing and acting, and serves as both Rabbi and Cantor of The Actors’ Temple! Rabbi Jill is a graduate of Smith College and received her Semicha from the Rabbinical Seminary International, under the aegis of Rabbi Joseph Gelberman (z''l). She lives on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, and enjoys riding her bike to and from the temple! Her Goal … “My aim is to give people a reason for being at the synagogue: a bit of rest, song, learning, validation, or of appreciating each other’s creativity. People may not know why they came to the synagogue, but in retrospect, they should know that they received something valuable, and that they want to return.” For more information or questions regarding The Actors’ Temple Email: [email protected] #theactorstemple #temple #congregation #jewish #jewishlife #jewishevents #jewishcommunity #judaism #synagogue #shul #religious #religiousbuilding #famous #famousbuildings #nyclandmarks #nyc #manhattan #allarewelcome

The Actors’ Temple 🌟 Thank you again @nysideways for creating this incredible video about our temple! Take a moment to watch and learn more about who we are, as Rabbi Jill Hausman narrates the Actors' Temple story, while giving you a look at many interior and exterior views of our beautiful and historic space! For more information or questions regarding The Actors’ Temple Email: [email protected] #theactorstemple #temple #congregation #jewish #jewishlife #jewishevents #jewishcommunity #judaism #synagogue #shul #religious #religiousbuilding #famousbuildings #nyclandmarks #allarewelcome #nysideways

THANK YOU TO: Carol Ostrow for the MEANINGFUL MONDAY SERIES: SURVIVAL OF THE HOLOCAUST, featuring a Talk by Survivors Henry and Bernie Schanzer and a Wine and Cheese Reception. Thank you to all who helped and made it a wonderful evening: Steve Schachlin who sang and played, Ben Sumrall, Executive Director, Dan Miller for publicity and media, all the ushers including but not limited to Assistant President Bob Greenberg, Millicent Kaye and Harry Cohen, Barbara Bova, and Nilton Emilio for sound and video. Thank you to Assistant Cantor Aron Bederson who officiated for Rabbi Jill on Friday, and to all who sang last weekend: Aron Bederson and others, and to Barbara Bova who does so much.

SHABBAT: Friday, May 8, 6:30 PM. JEWISH SOUTH FLORIDA: A History and Guide to Neighborhoods, Synagogues, and Eateries. A Presentation by Author Paul Kaplan, Friday, May 9th. Shabbat Service at 6:30 PM, Presentation at 7:30 PM. From the improbable development of Miami Beach to the first pioneers of Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, and Palm Beach. We’ll view photos of old Jewish neighborhoods, recounting key Jewish personalities over the decades. Sharon Snyder sponsors the Oneg Shabbat in Loving Memory of her Mother, Florence Snyder.

LOOKING AHEAD ✨ JOIN US: YOM HAATZMAUT, ISRAEL INDEPENDENCE SERVICE, Friday, April 17, 6:30 PM. Yaniel joins us at the Piano to celebrate Israel’s 78th Year! Phyllis Malamud sponsors the Oneg Shabbat in Loving Memory of her Mother, Hannah Unterman Malamud. 🎶 🇮🇱 All are welcome!

Thank you to all who attended our YOM HASHOAH, HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE SHABBAT on Friday, April 10th. A Service of Prose, Poetry, and Song. Thank you Marjorie Conn for reading from Sophie Vigilio’s Poignant Holocaust Memoir!🕯️

The Actors’ Temple wishes you a Happy Passover! We wish you a joyous, sweet, and blessed Pesach! 🌿🫓 With Love and All our Good Wishes, Carol Ostrow, President The Board of Trustees Rabbi Jill Hausman Ben Sumrall, Exec. Director

The Actors’ Temple invites you to our twin Holocaust survivors event on April 27th, 2026 🤍 Our program for the evening will feature twin Holocaust survivors, Henry and Bernie Schanzer, both of whom are 91 years old! All ages are welcome to hear this amazing story of bravery and survival. Very few survivors are left to tell their stories. We are thrilled to offer this once in a lifetime opportunity to the community. Tickets are $36.00 per person, includes a Wine and Cheese reception. /#!/ISSUES@AT -Twin-Holocaust-survivors-Henry-and-Bernie-Schanzer-Mon-April-27th-2026/p/824030863

Our Actors’ Temple Purim Spiel, “47th STREET” was A HIT! 🎭 🎉 Written and Directed by @bobgreenbergactorcomic with Parody Lyrics by Rabbi Jill. With a great Cast: Sarah Baumgarten, Aron Bederson, Tom Racz, Rabbi Jill Hausman, Pianist Rachel Kaufman, Barbara Bova, Denise Greenlick Jackrel, Eva Heinemann, Carlos Cortes, Dorit Konig, Vicki Mizel, Suki Rae, Bonnie Rosenstock, Helaine Weiss Witt, and Bob Greenberg!

SAVE THE DATE: COMMUNITY 2ND NIGHT PASSOVER SEDER 🫓🌿 Thursday, April 2nd at 6PM: A Spiritual Evening Of Fellowship, Questions, Learning, and Song With Pianist Rachel Kaufman. A Fully Catered Dinner In Person: Members $125, Non-Members $145 Virtual: Zoom Link: $54 🍽️ To recelve a Haggadah Online Please email [email protected] To view the dellclous dalry/fish/vegetable dinner menu and make reservations via our Seder Form (Please reserve by March 24th, thank yout) go to: /events/passover-2026 or emall: [email protected] or call: 212-245-6975

SHABBAT ACROSS AMERICA & POTLUCK SHABBAT DINNER: Friday, March 13, 5:30PM 🇺🇸🎶 Join us to celebrate Shabbat with Jews across America and Canada for the 30th Year: to eat, sing, learn, and celebrate! In conjunction with NJOP, National Jewish Outreach Program. Please bring a vegetable/fish/dairy dish to share. Dinner at 5:30, Service at 6:30PM.