WORLD PREMIERE - SATURDAY, MARCH 30
The Maggid: Divine Sparks and Tales of the Baal Shem Tov

Written and Performed by Richard Stone

Even though the Baal Shem Tov lived over three centuries ago, his stories and their lessons are still reverberating to this day. Nearly twenty-five years ago, Rabbi Zalman Schachter-Shalomi, may his memory be a blessing, shared with Richard Stone a tale about the Baal Shem Tov and a disciple who went on to become a Maggid—a travelling preacher and storyteller. This story continued to percolate in his soul until he wove it into the screenplay that is the source for this performance. We hope that this tale will spark in your soul something eternal, deepening your connection with all that is mysterious and holy.

About Richard Stone
Richard has been working with stories for nearly 30 years, writing fiction and non- fiction; developing story-based products, games, and training tools; exploring how story can help others illuminate what is most authentic in their souls; painting; exploring the mysteries of trees through his photography; and, telling stories. He is the author of The Healing Art of Storytelling, Stories: The Family Legacy, The Kingdom of Nowt, and The Patient Survival Handbook and co-created the award- winning board game Pitch-A-Story. He is also an artist and photographer, and now lives with his wife Elizabeth Cohen in Decatur, Georgia. You can learn more about Richard and his work at www.storywork.com, www.richardstoneart.com, and www.richardstonephoto.com.

All proceeds from the performance will benefit Congregation Bet Haverim

Suggested donation: Adults $18; Seniors and Children, $9

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