About Lights in the Sky

Lights in the Sky (A Children's Ceremony) is a work of immersive light-and-shadow play performance created for young children and their families. Directed by Logan gabrielle Schulman with dramaturgy by Jess Kaufman and devised in collaboration with Susanna Brock, this theatrical experience blends storytelling, interactive play, and adapted Jewish ritual to create something magical for young minds.

In this interactive ceremony of radiance and renewal, families will use their own "Shabbos light" to journey together into Shabbat through light and dark, rest, hypnotic visuals, relaxing music, captivating storytelling, and interactive play.

Through fun, immersion, balloons, partying, portals, projection, colors, and crystals, Lights in the Sky welcomes families of all backgrounds into community that reaches across our differences through the magic of rest. Across darkness and light, high saturations and muted tones, and from night to day and back again, this play-filled journey explores togetherness in ways that engage young minds and hearts.

The Experience

Lights in the Sky creates a world where children and families can practice rest and build community, engaging in diverse modes of being together. The performance showcases Jewish magic, and values in ways that are accessible and engaging for young audiences.

The production features captivating visual elements including projection, colorful lighting, and interactive installations that transform the performance space. Each element is designed to spark wonder and encourage participation, making for a shared ceremonial experience.

Development & Performance History

Originally developed for Temple of the Stranger with support from The Neighborhood, Lights in the Sky was first performed in 2023, and revived in 2024 at the Brick Aux, bringing this innovative approach to children's theater and Jewish ritual to Brooklyn audiences.

Who Can Attend

All are welcome, including interfaith families, queer families, and Jewish families of all backgrounds. Ideal for families with children aged 4-10; older and younger siblings welcome. Snacks provided. Each child will take home a small spiritual craft project.

Current Artists

Susanna Brock, Raychel Ceciro, Jess Kaufman, Logan gabrielle Schulman

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Current Artists