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Jewtopia (Abridged): The Chosen Book for the Chosen People Audiobook
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Finally, the ultimate book of Jewish humor is here, complete with Jewish nursery blueprints (which includes a panic room, fireproof wallpaper, and a guardian ninja, of course), the top-ten list of Jewish 'dont's', the complete timeline of Jewish expulsion, and much, much more.
Before creating Jewtopia the play in 2003, Bryan Fogel and Sam Wolfson were unemployed actors and writers who couldn't get a break. Taking matters into their own hands, they wrote a play, maxed out their credit cards, and mounted the production themselves.
Jewtopia went on to become the longest-running original theatrical comedy in Los Angeles history. The show moved to off-Broadway in October 2004 and, as of the publication of this book, still plays nightly to sold-out audiences, with productions opening all over the world.
Now, for the first time in this book, Fogel and Wolfson are bringing their theatrical work to the comfort of your home.
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"Jewish humor with a dose of Jewish history. Hilarious ! ! ! Loaded with great visuals. I especially liked the parts about manscaping, how to avoid germs in hotel rooms and tools and mechanical skills (or lack thereof). "
— Patricia (5 out of 5 stars)
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“In this companion to their successful off-Broadway show of the same name, authors Wolfson and Fogel have as much fun with their Jewish roots as is humanly possible, exploring and excoriating Jewish history, culture and stereotypes…If you’ve ever pondered how exactly Noah spent his time aboard the ark (“Shuffleboard was available on deck 2”) or what gefilte fish really is, you won’t be disappointed. Just don’t forget the final exam.”
— Publishers Weekly -
“The world of Jewish humor books is crowded but the style used by the authors of the play Jewtopia, including audio touches which show they understand the medium, gives this work some nice elbow room…This unique presentation will have listeners smiling in recognition, learning a thing or two, and possibly adding a laugh track.”
— Library Journal -
“Although some may think it’s hitting below the Borscht Belt, we think Jewtopia is one of the most entertaining reads of the season.”
— Barnes & Noble, editorial review
Jewtopia Listener Reviews
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" it's funny because it's true. "
— Shana, 11/15/2012 -
" I don't mind them making fun of their own culture, but it's not cool to make fun of other cultures. "
— Jared, 10/19/2012 -
" This is one of the funniest Jewish books ever! It it full of LOLs! "
— Jules, 10/6/2012 -
" funny look at my peeps, the hebs! "
— Sarah, 5/5/2012 -
" Jewish humor with a dose of Jewish history. Hilarious ! ! ! Loaded with great visuals. I especially liked the parts about manscaping, how to avoid germs in hotel rooms and tools and mechanical skills (or lack thereof). "
— Patricia, 3/30/2012 -
" Great for a laugh. Totally unrepentant in it's sense of self and humor. "
— Melinda, 3/20/2012 -
" A bit vulgar, but funny. Manscaping was a new concept. "
— Anna, 2/22/2012 -
" REALLY random book, to buy it, read it and leave it in your desk drawer until your sons find it and show it to all their friends "
— Joseph, 1/27/2012 -
" It's just hilarious & off key. "
— Sara, 11/27/2011 -
" This was based on an awesome Off-Broadway play I saw by the same name. This made a great Channukah present. "
— Brianna, 5/31/2011 -
" Thanks to the Ingster for this great gift! "
— James, 5/6/2011 -
" Best piece of comedy every written!! Not to mention that co-author Sam Wolfson is a FOX!!! "
— Kate, 4/15/2011 -
" Best piece of comedy every written!! Not to mention that co-author Sam Wolfson is a FOX!!! "
— Kate, 1/14/2011 -
" REALLY random book, to buy it, read it and leave it in your desk drawer until your sons find it and show it to all their friends "
— Joseph, 12/3/2010 -
" Great for a laugh. Totally unrepentant in it's sense of self and humor. "
— Melinda, 11/8/2010 -
" Thanks to the Ingster for this great gift! "
— James, 6/29/2010 -
" This is one of the funniest Jewish books ever! It it full of LOLs! "
— Jules, 3/29/2009 -
" A bit vulgar, but funny. Manscaping was a new concept. "
— Anna, 8/20/2008 -
" This was based on an awesome Off-Broadway play I saw by the same name. This made a great Channukah present. "
— Brianna, 7/18/2007 -
" funny look at my peeps, the hebs! "
— Sarah, 2/28/2007
About the Authors
Bryan Fogel is the cocreator of the play Jewtopia. The show opened to rave reviews and is still running in multiple cities. The book Jewtopia: The Chosen Book for the Chosen People was published in 2008 and a film adaptation of the play was premiered in April, 2012 at the Newport Beach Film Festival.