Special Programming
Passover: A Time to Cross Over
In honor of Passover, which occurs this year from April 19-26, we present an exploration of Passover celebrations in different cultures. Best selling author Geraldine Brooks recounts the dramatic story of the 600-year-old Sarajevo Haggadah; Jeremy Piven (Entourage) describes the holiday with his family of Chicago theater directors; Jewish Gospel singer Joshua Nelson talks about growing up in one of Brooklyn's African-American synagogues; and best selling author Gina Nahai (Caspian Rain) describes the Muslim influence on Iranian celebrations. Produced by Johanna Cooper. (Airs 7-8pm and pre-empts Which Way, LA? and Says You.)
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In honor of Passover, which occurs this year from April 19-26, we present an exploration of Passover celebrations in different cultures. Best selling author Geraldine Brooks recounts the dramatic story of the 600-year-old Sarajevo Haggadah; Jeremy Piven (Entourage) describes the holiday with his family of Chicago theater directors; Jewish Gospel singer Joshua Nelson talks about growing up in one of Brooklyn's African-American synagogues; and best selling author Gina Nahai (Caspian Rain) describes the Muslim influence on Iranian celebrations. Produced by Johanna Cooper. (Airs 7-8pm and pre-empts Which Way, LA? and Says You.)
Banner image: Detail of Sarajevo Haggadah