Scribblers on the Roof: David Denby, Eminent Jews

Join us to hear renowned writers read from and discuss their recent work on the Ansche Chesed roof. Beverages, snacks and books are available for purchase. If it rains, come anyway. We have a perfect indoor space.

New this year!

• New start time: Schmooze and wine, 7 p.m. Program: 7:15 p.m.
• Book sales in advance. Order your books before the event through our Scribblers Bookshop.org page.
• Season pass: $50 — Register here. The first ten people to sign up will get autographed copies of any book they choose. (Regular admission: $10 suggested donation per event, cash or card accepted.)

See our full Scribblers lineup and learn more about our authors.

This Week:

David Denby

Eminent Jews

DAVID DENBY on Eminent Jews, about Leonard Bernstein, Mel Brooks, Betty Friedan, and Norman Mailer. “A tapestry of late 20th century American history” (The Forward). Denby is the author of Great Books, American Sucker, and Lit Up. He is the former film critic of The New Yorker and currently a staff writer.

In conversation with Judith Shulevitz