73 years ago the Yiddish and Jewish world in the Soviet Union changed forever. Jews and the Yiddish language became enemies of the state. A group of the Soviet Union’s most well known Yiddish writers and journalists, brightest scientific minds, cultural icons and even Communist party apparatchiks were executed in Moscow’s infamous Lubyanka Prison after false accusations of treason.

Kadimah and the Jewish Labour Bund together commemorate what is today known as the Night of the Murdered Poets, through poetry readings, commemoration and reflection. This year, the program shines a light on the 'two worlds' of Leyb Kvitko - famous Soviet children's writer and Jewish folk-poet 'other' through his works.

The event will be held in English with Yiddish performances and excerpts. You don't need to know Yiddish to attend.

Accessibility information:

One small step from street level into the foyer
3 steps in the foyer with handrails, a removable ramp can be placed if required.
Two steps down into the room where the commemoration will be taking place
A separate entrance to the room can be accessed at ground level at request.
There are toilets at the foyer level.
There is no hearing loop in place or AusLAN interpreter booked for the event.

Night of the Murdered Poets Commemoration: The Two Worlds of Leyb Kvitko

Choose your tickets

General Admission ticket

Kadimah or Bund Member ticket

Full-time Student ticket

Donations

Donation to Bund and Kadimah (donations will be split between the organisations)