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Borscht Belt: The Comic Legacy of the Catskills, MCLS

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Tuesday May 26, 2026
7:00 PM

Virtual event. The Jewish Catskill resorts of the 20th century were a summer paradise for millions. Legends such as Mel Brooks, Sid Caesar, Rodney Dangerfield, Joan Rivers, and Jackie Mason honed their craft entertaining guests at iconic resorts like Grossinger’s, Brown’s, The Concord, Kutsher’s, and The Nevele. Entertainment historian John Kenrick presents a lively, multimedia talk exploring this comic tradition, featuring video clips and behind-the-scenes stories from the golden age of Borscht Belt comedy. Visit website to register to receive the link to the program.

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