L’Chaim America! Celebrates Jewish Stories in America 250

L’Chaim America! — New Theatre Production from The Braid Celebrates Diverse Jewish Stories as Part of America 250

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, The Braid presents L’Chaim America!, a new immersive storytelling theatre production spotlighting rarely heard stories of Jewish life in America. Supported by the National Endowment for the Arts, the production explores the richness and diversity of Jewish experiences through true stories, music, and live performance.

The show features stories from Black, Latino, Native American, Iranian, Soviet immigrant, and rural American Jewish voices, performed by an ensemble cast in The Braid’s acclaimed storytelling style.

Special community partnership performance June 7 at the Skirball Cultural Center with organizations including Jewish Federation of Los Angeles, Challah and Soul, Iranian American Jewish Federation, Jewtina y Co, and others.

WHEN:
World Premiere: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 – 7:30 p.m.
Los Angeles Run: May 12 – June 17, 2026
Special Community Performance: Sunday, June 7, 2026

WHERE:
The Braid Theatre
Santa Monica, California

Special June 7 Performance:
Skirball Cultural Center
Los Angeles, California

TICKETS & INFO:
The Braid – L’Chaim America!

COST:
$45 Regular Admission
$60 Angel Ticket
$20 Students