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Labzik: Tales of a Clever Pup
A streaming puppet show
Adapted from a book of children's stories by Yiddish author Chaver Paver, Labzik: Tales of a Clever Pup follows the (mis)adventures of a clever mutt named Labzik and the working-class Jewish family that adopts him. Translated by Miriam Udel, adapted & directed by Jake Krakovsky, and presented by Theater Emory. TIJS is proud to support this free production, streaming on-demand May 24 - June 5.
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