Join us for a centennial celebration of the music of Theodore Bikel, z"l with his wife, Aimee Ginsburg Bikel.

You'll enjoy a light lunch at 12:30 PM followed by a program at 1 PM celebrating the artistry and music of Theodore Bikel.

Register below for this complimentary lunch and program. Please indicate in the Notes section if you are vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free, or have any other dietary restrictions.

Temple Sinai is an inclusive community that embraces, supports, and values all people, regardless of ability or needs, to participate in every aspect of our Reform Jewish synagogue life. If you need an accommodation, please call Drew Barkley at (412) 421-9715 ext. 111.

ABOUT THEODORE BIKEL Listen to his music here
Theodore Bikel (1924–2015) was a beloved actor, singer, and activist whose life's work celebrated Jewish culture, social justice, and the power of music. Born in Vienna, he and his family fled Nazi-occupied Austria for Palestine, where his love for music took root. A gifted linguist and self-taught guitarist, Bikel became a leading voice in folk and Yiddish music, recording over 25 albums in 33 languages and performing worldwide—from Carnegie Hall to Australia.

Bikel co-founded the Newport Folk Festival and appeared alongside legends like Bob Dylan and Joan Baez. On stage, he originated the role of Captain von Trapp in The Sound of Music and portrayed Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof over 2,200 times. His film credits include The Defiant Ones (earning him an Oscar nomination), My Fair Lady, and The Russians Are Coming.

Offstage, Bikel was a lifelong advocate for civil rights, Soviet Jewry, labor unions, and peace. He served as president of the Associated Actors and Artistes of America and held leadership roles in numerous Jewish organizations. With deep passion for Yiddishkeit, justice, and storytelling, Theodore Bikel left a profound and enduring legacy within the Jewish world and beyond.