PJ Library Presents: Beyond The Bookcase

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The Tortoise and the Hare: A Shabbat Story Oct 18, 2021

Show notes

Welcome to Beyond the Bookcase - a new series from PJ Library! Siblings Miri and Micah are visiting the eccentric synagogue librarian, Auntie PJ, when they are suddenly whisked away to a magical world full of fairytale characters.
What does the old story of the tortoise and the hare have to do with Shabbat? Are Golems made to announce sporting matches? Will anyone help Chicken Little with her socks? Find out during the premiere episode of Beyond the Bookcase.
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Credits Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library. Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher; Associate Producer, Elizabeth Korelitz Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore. Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments). Cast

Micah – Maxwell Glick
Miri – Arianna Fox
Auntie PJ – Madelaine Ripley
Golem - Pat Bordenave
Mr. Saifair – Tau Zaman
Humpty Dumpty – John Henry Kurtz
Hare – Daniel Amerman
Snow White – Laura Schreiber
Chicken Little – Blair Which
Peter Pumpkin Eater - Mike Ciporkin
Jack - Richard Wentworth

Introducing Beyond the Bookcase Sep 29, 2021

Show notes

Mysterious things are happening in Auntie PJ's library! Join siblings Miri and Micah as they journey to the land of Mashal, a magical place where stories come to life (with a Jewish twist).
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