Self-expression is at the heart of Jewish life and values. The JCC's renowned cultural arts program includes a wide variety of classes and individual instruction in the arts that creates a vibrant year-round environment for developing skills and interests in the visual arts, music, drama and dance at every age and level. Our master faculty, many of whom are affiliated with Boston museums such as the MFA and the DeCordova, are experts in their media and serve as mentors and teachers. Please see our course catalogs for lists of currently offered classes.

Performing arts
If theatre is your passion, check out the acclaimed Jewish Theatre of New England, presenting a performing arts series of nationally and internationally recognized performers whose work reflects the richness of Jewish culture and the complexities of Jewish identity. Each season offers an exciting array of theatre, music, comedy, and cabaret. The Magic Ark Children's Series is a delightful way to introduce younger children to theatrical experiences that are age-appropriate in content and length.
 
Young dancers can learn the basics of movement and music theory, and the more experienced can refine their technique, working with experienced dancers and dance instructors at the Siagel Dance Academy at Striar.
 
Fine arts
The Perkins Gallery at the Striar JCC is the only South Area gallery focused on Jewish-themed art, and provides exhibition space for local, national and international artists.

Literature
Are you a bibliophile? Then you must get to know the Boston Jewish Book Fair! Learn about what's new in Jewish literature and on Jewish themes and meet the authors. And share your love of literature in a JCC book club or enrichment class.

JCC Kaleidoscope Creative Arts and Science Camp
In the summer, the JCC Kaleidoscope Creative Arts and Science Camp provides campers grades K-8 or high schoolers (CIT/intern) with a wealth of hands-on experience in the arts.
 
The New Center for Arts and Culture
The Jewish Community Centers of Greater Boston is also a proud institutional sponsor of The New Center for Arts and Culture, a cutting-edge intellectual and cultural hub that explores societal change through arts and culture to create common ground in the diverse world of the 21st century. Currently operating as a museum without walls, the New Center partners with other diverse organizations to create and present unique programs that educate, inform, and spark dialogue. 



Additional resources and links
Leventhal-Sidman Cultural and Performing Arts
Perkins Gallery at Striar JCC
Siagel Dance Academy at Striar JCC
Jewish Theatre of New England
Magic Ark Children's Series
JCC Kaleidoscope Creative Arts and Science Camp
The New Center for Arts and Culture















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