Is There a ‘Doctuh’ in the House? Jewish Physicians in American Comedy
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Jewish Museum of Maryland
15 Lloyd Street
Baltimore MD, 21202
From the early 21st century Matt Groening creation Futurama and its crustacean alien Dr. Zoidberg all the way back to the “Doctor Kronkheit” of 1920s’ vaudeville fame, the Jewish doctor has been a staple of American humor. Learn and laugh in this multimedia exploration of some fascinating examples, some of which are featured in Beyond Chicken Soup.