Dinner and Film Screening “Knowledge is the Beginning”

Description

FRIEDAcommunity is looking forward to screening the award-winning documentary, “Knowledge is the Beginning,” produced and directed by Paul Smaczny. In divided times like these, stories about artists and art that transcend political differences feel essential.

 

Daniel Barenboim established the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra with the late Palestinian writer Edward Said in order to bring together young musicians from across the political divide in the Middle East. Their hope was that music would heal and help to bring understanding and tolerance of different beliefs and cultures.

 

Knowledge is the Beginning by Paul Smaczny

Genre: Documentary

Release date: 2005  (Germany)

Language: English 

Running time: 1h 30m

 

 

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Menu

Eggplant spread

Cucumber spread

Sour cream, lox and dill spread

Served with flatbread & sweet potato rosti (GF)

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Chickpea & apricot tagine (vegan) w/ couscous

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Orange almond cake (GF)

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Arrival and Seating: 5:30

Film screening: 5:45 pm

Dinner: 7:15 pm

 

Prices include 20% gratuity.

This event is BYOB

By reservation only.

Please sign up at least 2 days prior to the event.

*Cancellation policy: We are unable to issue refunds. In the interest of building community, we ask that you donate your ticket to another person should you need to cancel. If you are not able to find someone to attend in your stead, let us know and we will donate your ticket on your behalf. Thank you for sharing FRIEDAcommunity’s mission and values.
 

Date & Time

Wed, Mar 11, 2026 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Venue Details

FRIEDA

320 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106

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