Golems, Dybukks, Psychedelics, oh my! Today we are joined by Julie Weitz (she/her) - diasporic performance artist, Fulbright Scholar, and co-creator of the Tzitzit Project - some of you may know her as @MyGolem_is_here.
In this episode, Julie reflects on her time in Poland and the ways that we can reconnect with our ancestral homeland outside. Julie talks about recent and past projects, what brought her to performance art, and the ways her work is informed by anti-zionism. We can’t wait for you to listen!
UPCOMING OFFERING FROM JULIE:
Online Dybbuk Workshop
Sunday, December 8 at 11am pst / 1pm cst / 2pm est / 8pm cet / 9pm ist
Registration Link: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/event_step2/MTkzNzI1/289544
Join artist Julie Weitz for a dynamic online workshop exploring ancestral folktales about the dybbuk and Jewish rituals of exorcism. Drawing from her extensive research and artistic practice, Weitz will share stories, images, and videos that illuminate the cultural and spiritual significance of the dybbuk. Participants will also explore simple, accessible movement techniques inspired by Yiddish dance, fostering embodied connections to their ancestors.
The session incorporates insights from Holy Names for Our Dybbuk, Weitz’s performance art project that reimagines dybbuk exorcism as a movement-based ritual at sites of Jewish memory in Poland. Conducted in English, this workshop welcomes participants of all backgrounds and requires no prior experience. Come dressed comfortably and ready to engage in storytelling, movement, and learning.
All ticket proceeds will support the artistic collaborators of Holy Names for Our Dybbuk.
If funds are a concern, use the discount code DISCOUNT50 at checkout for 50% off.
Links to things we mention in this episode:
-Kosmic Kamels (@kosmickamels)
[This episode was recorded in October 2024.]
Big thanks to Julie for joining us, to Jessie for editing the podcast, and to Nate for our podcast music. If you want to support our work, you can do so here.