Torah of Beyonce

The Torah of Beyoncé asks: what happens when we treat Queen Bey like a commentator on Torah, and Torah like liner notes to Lemonade and Renaissance? We’ll dive into her music, visuals, and performances alongside Jewish text to unpack themes of liberation, survival, power, and desire. As Beyoncé commands, “you won’t break my soul”, we’ll trace resilience through both psalms and pop, exile and empowerment. Expect side-by-side readings of scripture and song, midrash and music videos, with space to argue, laugh, and be moved. No prerequisites required—just curiosity, some chutzpah, and a willingness to see both Torah and Beyoncé in a new light.

Emilia Diamant is, among other things, a certified Beyhive member. She has seen the Queen eight times live, most recently twice during the Cowboy Carter tour. She’s got the ambition of Dangerously in Love, the politics of Lemonade, the freedom of Renaissance, and the grit of I Am… Sasha Fierce. A proud Scorpio with a gift for turning vulnerability into power, she teaches, organizes, and dreams with a soundtrack that always includes a bass drop. Emilia is the friend who will hype you like she’s on stage at Coachella, the colleague who will run your meeting like a world tour, and the date who knows exactly when to throw down a Partition-level wink. In other words: she’s not just surviving, she’s serving.

Who are these classes for?

Our classes are for everyone—whether you’re brand new to the topic or have been engaging with it for years, we encourage participation from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experience levels. Unless otherwise noted, no prior knowledge or experience is needed. Not sure if a class is for you? Email us at Learning@Lehr.haus!

Why are there tickets at different prices?

Our tickets utilize a Pay-What-You-Can model so attendees can pay a range of prices based on what they are able to pay to allow for greater accessibility. Please select the price point that feels right for you.

Can I eat during class?

While we do not serve food in the study, you are welcome to order and enjoy drinks during class and join us for a meal before or after class. We highly recommend making a reservation if you know you'll be dining with us. Visit www.lehr.haus/reservation to check availability and book a table.