The Ghost of ‘Dreyfus’ Hits the Stage in New York
Bernard-Henri Lévy discusses the relevance of Jean-Claude Grumberg's play 'Dreyfus in Rehearsal' in today's context of rising antisemitism. The play, originally premiered in 1974, is being revived in New York City for a limited engagement. Lévy emphasizes the importance of remembering the past and recognizing the dangers of political hysteria.
- ▪The play 'Dreyfus in Rehearsal' addresses themes of antisemitism and political hysteria.
- ▪It will be performed in New York City for two nights on June 2 and 3.
- ▪Jean-Claude Grumberg, the playwright, is known for highlighting the experiences of survivors of historical tragedies.
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The Ghost of ‘Dreyfus’ Hits the Stage in New YorkThis week, Bernard-Henri Lévy writes about Jean-Claude Grumberg’s 1974 Dreyfus in Rehearsal, the themes of which are relevant today. (Matthew Hatcher/AFP via Getty Images)Bernard-Henri Lévy reflects on Jean-Claude Grumberg’s haunting play about antisemitism, memory, and political hysteria—and why its warnings now feel aimed squarely at the United States.By Bernard-Henri Lévy05.29.26 — Things Worth Remembering--:----:--Upgrade to ListenProduced by ElevenLabs using AI narrationWelcome to Things Worth Remembering, our weekly column in which writers share a literary treasure that all of us should commit to heart.
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