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Rothenberg's memoir documents his fascinating life, including dating Elizabeth Taylor and producing a controversial play about the experiences of prison inmates, "Fortune and Men's Eyes." In 1967, he launched the Fortune Society, a foundation that helps ex-prisoners re-enter society and put their past behind them.
He was also at Attica as an outside observer during the infamous and deadly uprising at the prison in 1971. In 1985, he ran for the New York City Council as an openly gay candidate. Rothenberg will talk about why he traded in a thriving career in theater -- working with Bette Davis, Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton and Lauren Bacall -- to help the formerly incarcerated and to reform the prison system.
"David Rothenberg's wide-ranging career has taken him from Broadway's brightest lights to prison riots, political campaigns and civil rights sit-ins," said NCJW's general meeting program chair, Marilyn Sirulnick. "Our audience will be fascinated to learn about the many facets of his life."
The meeting is free for members, and $10 for non-members. If you pay for a full membership that day, the $10 will be applied toward that amount. Annual dues are $60. Light refreshments will be served.
The meeting will begin at 12:30 p.m. at Temple Emeth, 1666 Windsor Rd., in Teaneck.
NCJW BCS provides educational and stimulating programs and speakers throughout the year, including six general meetings and a myriad of study groups, book groups and trips. For more information on NCJW BCS and its upcoming programs, visit its website.Click here to follow Daily Voice Teaneck and receive free news updates.
