MJCCA Fall 2025 Arts & Authors Programming

This season features a celebrated NPR comedian, an Alliance Theatre production for young audiences, a soul-stirring Motown cabaret, and a world-renowned magician.

The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA) has unveiled its Fall 2025 Arts & Authors lineup — a curated mix of cultural programming designed to inspire, engage, and bring the community together through the power of storytelling and the arts. From stand-up comedy and immersive theater to musical tributes and world-class illusions, this season offers something for every age and interest.

Fall 2025 Event Highlights:

Ophira Eisenberg with Special Guest Jerry Farber – Stand-Up Comedy
Saturday, Aug. 17 | 7 p.m.
Get ready for a night of laughter and unfiltered comedy with the one and only Ophira Eisenberg. Known for her quick wit, sharp observations, and deeply relatable storytelling, Ophira brings her signature voice to the MJCCA for a candid and hilarious evening covering everything from motherhood to dating as a single mom. A beloved mainstay on the stand-up circuit, her live show promises big laughs, unexpected moments, and a refreshing take on the everyday absurdities of modern life.

The Birthday of the World – by Alliance Theatre for the Very Young
Saturday, Sept. 14 | 10 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. (For infants to 5-year-olds; Infants under 2 attend free)
Celebrate wonder and discovery in this magical, immersive performance crafted just for infants to age five and their grown-ups. “Birthday of the World” brings to life a timeless story of how the world came to be—told through gentle storytelling, visual spectacle, and sensory play.

The Men of Motown – Cabaret Musical Performance
Saturday, Sept. 14 | 4 p.m.
Get ready to groove as MJCCA presents, “The Men of Motown” — a powerhouse cabaret performance celebrating the unforgettable artists and timeless sound that defined a generation. Featuring top local vocalists and musicians, this soulful evening pays tribute to musical icons like Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, Smokey Robinson, The Four Tops, and The Jackson 5.

Joshua Jay – World-Renowned Magician & Mentalist
Friday, Oct. 25 | 8 p.m.
Step into a world of wonder, mystery, and mind-bending illusions with one of the most acclaimed magicians of our time. Joshua Jay has amazed audiences in over 100 countries, earned a Guinness World Record, and even fooled Penn & Teller. Now, he brings his award-winning performance to the MJCCA for an evening filled with enchantment, astonishment, and artistry.

All events will be held at the MJCCA (5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody, GA, 30338).