Please check out the contents of our lovely new display case, located in the rear corner of the Sanctuary, showcasing many beautiful items for sale, with a focus on Judaic themed objects.

We are offering these items because each sale brings the Temple additional income.

Why not take a look next time you are here, and see if there's something for yourself, a special occasion, or perhaps for a gift?

To order any items please contact us via phone or e-mail.

Spirituality, Acceptance, and Creativity.

Our Philosophy: In our House of God all are welcome!

• The Actors’ Temple, Congregation Ezrath Israel, is a place where spirituality meets creativity, where acceptance and inclusion are core principles, and where the enduring values of Judaism translate into human connections.
• We provide community and self-expression, deeds of loving kindness and caring.
• We look for fresh approaches to enliven worship while maintaining a connection to our Jewish roots.
• Our warm community welcomes all people who are searching for a deepened relationship to God and Judaism, for self-expression, learning, and friendship.
• In our house of God, all people are included and appreciated.
• Our congregation is progressive and egalitarian, a place where your mind, heart, and soul can be nourished.

We welcome Interfaith Families

and

We welcome all those in the LGBT Community

Rediscover your Jewishness – Where the Lost Tribes Pray!

Photo: Cast of one of our recent Comedy Benefits

We're very diverse.

We have people from all walks of life, all kinds of professions, education, non-profit, politics, etc.

But we do have lots of really creative people!

Some of our members are indeed actors, dancers, singers, musicians, artists, and writers. Whether you are a creative professional, or an aficionado of performing and literary arts, this is an opportunity to socialize and network with other like minded people.

And don't forget that our sanctuary is also an off-Broadway theater space.

We are part of the New York performing arts community, and proud of it.

A New York Times article from November 19, 2011 about the Actors' Temple.

A Houston Chronicle article from December 30, 2012 about Rabbi Jill and the Actors' Temple.

Congregation Ezrath Israel (“Helper of Israel,”) was founded in 1917 as the West Side Hebrew Relief Association. Our building, a national landmark, dates from 1923. We count among our former members the entertainers: Al Jolson, Joe E. Lewis, Sophie Tucker, Edward G. Robinson, Moe and Curly of the Three Stooges, Jack Benny, Shelley Winters, Milton Berle, Henny Youngman, and many, many others. Please see our History page for more information and photos.