ARTISTIC DIRECTOR’S ROUNDTABLE

Immediately following Sunday matinee performances, this discussion series brings together the finest panelists to explore issues raised by the play, in conversation with our audience.  Free with The Price ticket!

Sunday, May 11
The Making of David in Shadow and Light
The creative team of David will talk about the journey of bringing the Bible to the stage. With Librettist Yehuda Hyman, Composer Daniel Hoffman, Choreographer Peter Dimuro and Director Nick Olcott, moderated by Artistic Director Ari Roth. 

Sunday, May 18
Components of Charisma
Leadership and Political Character in Today's Political Campaigns as Reflected in the Reign of David.

Sunday, May 25
The Love that Surpassed the Love of Women
A look at intimations of Homosexuality in the Story of David and Jonathan and in the Bible Beyond.

Sunday, June 1
The Building of Jerusalem and the City of David Then and Now
From David’s entrance into Jerusalem to the continuing debate over the City of David, a look at the historical and contemporary influences of David’s reign.

Sunday, June 8
David Belongs To Many: An Interfaith Exchange on King David's Place in World Religion
A look at David through the different religious practices. 

Sunday, June 15
Interpreting David: Scholarly Approaches to Teaching the Story of the Controversial King
A discussion of the story of David with Local Jewish scholars including Naomi Rosenblatt and Norman Shore.

Sunday, June 22
David the Musician and Biblical influence on Classical and Contemporary Music
Musicians and musicologists will take a look at the story of the musician king and the inspiration the Bible has played for composers over the years.