Overview
We aim to make the arts accessible to everyone by bringing a variety of innovative events and inspiring presentations that engage the mind, heart, and spirit.
We offer several series of cultural programming, including a book series, family-friendly events, and more. We also partner with local arts organizations to create engaging events, including the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and Cincinnati Ballet. We invite you to join us for one of our current offerings, listed below.
Schedule
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Z3 @ Cincinnati
The Z3 Conference brings Jews from across the political and religious spectrum together to dialogue about Israel, the diaspora, identity, and the future of Jewish life. It’s a gathering where unity is found by working together through challenging discourse, not by avoiding it.
Modern Israeli Holidays
Yom HaZikaron
Join the Cincinnati community for a memorial service to honor the soldiers and victims of terror who gave their lives in defense of the State of Israel.
Looking for childcare options during the event? Register for J Play HERE.
Presented in partnership by the Mayerson JCC and the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati. All events are supported by the Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati.
Theatre at the J
Theatre at the J: Everyone's a Star | Winter 2026
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Member $600.00
Non-Member $780.00
Modern Israeli Holidays
Yom HaAtzmaut
Come together in community to celebrate Israel’s Independence Day with family and friends for a carnival of games and activities, food to purchase, and Israeli music/dancing!
Presented in partnership by the Mayerson JCC and the Jewish Federation of Cincinnati. All events are supported by the Jewish Foundation of Cincinnati.
Arts, Ideas & Jewish Life
Own Your Voice: Empowerment & Self Defense for Families
Give your kids (and yourself!) real-world tools while strengthening your connection as a family. In this interactive workshop, kids (ages 10+) and their parents will learn practical ways to stay safe, speak up, and support each other with confidence. Only children need a paid ticket. Accompanying adults should select the free ticket option when registering.
You’ll practice age-appropriate mental, verbal, and physical strategies in a setting that is supportive, engaging, and grounded in real-life scenarios. Just as important, you’ll build shared language at home so your child knows exactly what to do and who to turn to.
This Empowerment Self-Defense (ESD) workshop is evidence-based and trauma-informed, using a simple framework kids can actually remember and use: Think, Yell, Run, Fight, Tell.
J Play will be available for children younger than 10 years old.
Arts, Ideas & Jewish Life
Spirits & Secrets: "The Whisper Sister" Booktalk & Mixology
Join author Jennifer S. Brown for a lively book talk and cocktail class as we hear about The Whisper Sister! Experience Prohibition-era stories, a mixology demo inspired by the novel, and an evening of connection, learning, and craft cocktails.
In partnership with the Jewish Book Council.
Theatre at the J
The Wizard of Oz, Youth Edition
Before Wicked there was The Wizard of Oz, a classic tale of courage, friendship and the journey to happiness and self-discovery. Join Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto as they “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” through the Land of Oz, determined to reach the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz will help them get home. Of course, along the way, Dorothy encounters witches (both good and bad), Munchkins, talking trees and winged monkeys. But most importantly, she befriends three unique characters: a Scarecrow with no brain, a Tin Man with no heart, and a Lion with no “nerve.” Their journey to happiness – and self-awareness – is a glowing testament to friendship, understanding and hope in a world filled with both beauty and ugliness.
Return to the classic that started it all in this charming production by the talented students of Theatre at the J: Everyone’s a Star.
Check out our social narrative about “What to Expect at the Theatre.”
Sponsors:
In Loving Memory of Edward Cohen, Jen & John Stein, Rick Steiner Productions/Steiner Family Foundation, & Andi Levenson Young & Scott YoungOhio Arts CouncilJewish Federation of Cincinnati
Theatre at the J
The Wizard of Oz, Youth Edition
Before Wicked there was The Wizard of Oz, a classic tale of courage, friendship and the journey to happiness and self-discovery. Join Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto as they “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” through the Land of Oz, determined to reach the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz will help them get home. Of course, along the way, Dorothy encounters witches (both good and bad), Munchkins, talking trees and winged monkeys. But most importantly, she befriends three unique characters: a Scarecrow with no brain, a Tin Man with no heart, and a Lion with no “nerve.” Their journey to happiness – and self-awareness – is a glowing testament to friendship, understanding and hope in a world filled with both beauty and ugliness.
Return to the classic that started it all in this charming production by the talented students of Theatre at the J: Everyone’s a Star.
Check out our social narrative about “What to Expect at the Theatre.”
Sponsors:
In Loving Memory of Edward Cohen, Jen & John Stein, Rick Steiner Productions/Steiner Family Foundation, & Andi Levenson Young & Scott YoungOhio Arts CouncilJewish Federation of Cincinnati
Theatre at the J
The Wizard of Oz, Youth Edition
Live captioning will be available for this performance.
Before Wicked there was The Wizard of Oz, a classic tale of courage, friendship and the journey to happiness and self-discovery. Join Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto as they “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” through the Land of Oz, determined to reach the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz will help them get home. Of course, along the way, Dorothy encounters witches (both good and bad), Munchkins, talking trees and winged monkeys. But most importantly, she befriends three unique characters: a Scarecrow with no brain, a Tin Man with no heart, and a Lion with no “nerve.” Their journey to happiness – and self-awareness – is a glowing testament to friendship, understanding and hope in a world filled with both beauty and ugliness.
Return to the classic that started it all in this charming production by the talented students of Theatre at the J: Everyone’s a Star.
Check out our social narrative about “What to Expect at the Theatre.”
Sponsors:
In Loving Memory of Edward Cohen, Jen & John Stein, Rick Steiner Productions/Steiner Family Foundation, & Andi Levenson Young & Scott YoungOhio Arts Council
Jewish Federation of Cincinnati
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