News Summary
The Greenville Jewish Film Festival has launched ticket sales for SummerFest 2025, which celebrates Yiddish culture through a variety of films and events. The festival will include the South Carolina premiere of the documentary ‘Welcome to Yiddishland’ and live performances, creating a vibrant community celebration of Jewish heritage. Attendees can enjoy various screenings and taste cultural cuisine, with affordable ticket prices making it accessible for all.
Greenville – The Greenville Jewish Film Festival has officially launched the ticket sales for its SummerFest 2025, starting on July 22, 2025. This highly anticipated festival will feature a rich array of films and events celebrating Yiddish culture, including the South Carolina premiere of the documentary “Welcome to Yiddishland.”
The festival will commence on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Sigal Music Museum, located at 516 Buncombe Street in Greenville. The opening event will include a live performance by the acclaimed musical duo Zoe & Cloyd, who are known for their blend of bluegrass, klezmer, old-time, and folk music. The evening will also feature a reception offering mocktails and a selection of cultural desserts crafted by Project Host.
Attendees will have the opportunity to watch the short film “Days Between Rest,” which showcases the journey of Rachel Namudosi, a third-generation Jewish Ugandan singer. Furthermore, trailers for both “Welcome to Yiddishland” and “The Muses of Bashevis Singer” will be screened during this event. This inaugural evening is generously sponsored by local benefactors John and Susan Stewart.
One of the highlights of SummerFest will be the screening of “Welcome to Yiddishland,” scheduled for Sunday, August 24, 2025, at 4 p.m. at Camelot Cinemas, located at 48 E. Antrim Drive. This significant screening is sponsored by Thomas and Sandra Kester and is expected to draw a diverse audience interested in the revival of Yiddish culture.
Another notable feature of the festival is “The Muses of Bashevis Singer,” a unique streaming presentation that explores the life and works of Isaac Bashevis Singer, emphasizing the impact of female translators on his literary contributions. This documentary will be available for streaming from August 24 through September 1, 2025.
Additionally, on August 25, 2025, from 5 to 8:30 p.m., the festival will host another event centered around the documentary “Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles.” This gathering will also include an offering of Jewish desserts and cuisine, with tickets priced at $25.
Ticket prices for the SummerFest events range from $14 to $22, making the festival accessible to a wide array of community members. Tickets can be purchased through the festival’s official website at greenvillejewishfilmfestival.com.
SummerFest 2025 stands out as a milestone event for the Greenville Jewish Film Festival, as it is the first time since the festival’s inception in 2018 that multiple day events will be held. The festival is designed to inspire connections within the community through the art of film, while simultaneously celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the Jewish community.
Admission to the various events promises both entertainment and educational value, encouraging participants to engage with Jewish culture and history through cinematic storytelling.
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