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‘You Had To Be There’: How a musical about Jesus shaped Jewish comedy

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A new documentary explores the 1972 Toronto production of the musical Godspell, focusing on the early careers of several prominent Jewish performers who participated in the show. The film examines how this specific iteration of the production served as a formative experience for the cast members involved.

The documentary highlights the intersection of the musical’s religious themes and the development of Jewish comedic sensibilities among its stars. By documenting the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the Toronto production, the film provides insight into how these fledgling actors influenced the trajectory of Jewish comedy.

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