From Hollywood to Holywood
Shabbat with Smurfs and Shrek 2 screenwriter, David Weiss
Friday, July 18
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Services, 7:00 PM followed by dinner & lecture at 7:45
“A Shrek of a Trek”
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David’s hilarious and inspiring tale centers on his wacky journey from secular Jew to dynamic Christian youth leader to blockbusting screenwriter & observant Jew
David’s presentation is part inspirational, part adventures in show biz, and part candid confessions of a soul in search of meaning.
Morning services, 9:30 AM Lecture, 11:00 AM Followed by buffet kiddush
Why Pray When You Can Worry? -- Tips From Hollywood for finding Peace under Pressure.
High pressure production stories, starring celebrities and David’s family, sprinkled with a bit of wisdom from our sages, will help you laugh away some stress and regain a touch of sanity.
Shalosh Seudot, 8:00 PM
“Screenplay by Moses & Me”
How Jewish thought makes my work look good, and your life look better
Emmy Award Nominee, David Weiss, has written for some of Hollywood’s most endearing family films, including Academy Award nominated features, “Shrek 2” & “Jimmy Neutron, Boy Genius”, “All Dogs Go To Heaven”, and “Are We There Yet” starring Ice Cube. Born a Jew, with a natural love of show business, David’s spiritual journey led him first to Christianity, then to Hollywood, and eventually Dublin, Ireland. There, a young Jewish animator started him down the path to discover the beauty of his own heritage. David shares his personal story worldwide and helps people see the meaning that Judaism brings to an oft-seeming meaningless world.
