Shorts: The arts

Book awards celebrate top authors of 2005

Israeli author Amos Oz received the top prize at this week's 2005 National Jewish Book Awards ceremony for his memoir "A Tale of Love and Darkness."

The event — held Wednesday in Manhattan — honored 18 other authors, including Berkeley writer Michael Chabon for his novel "The Final Solution."

The ceremony also featured an award-winning father-daughter duo: David Ellenson, president of Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion and author of "After Emancipation," and Ruth Andrew Ellenson, editor of "The Modern Jewish Girl's Guide to Guilt."

Authors Ari L. Goldman and Samuel G. Freedman hosted the ceremony, now in its 55th year.




Actors needed for 'Fiddler on the Roof'

Broadway By the Bay is holding open auditions for its upcoming production of "Fiddler on the Roof" from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 29 at San Mateo High School Music Building, 600 North Delaware St., San Mateo.

All of the roles are open and actors are asked to bring a headshot, resume and sheet music for their desired role. Auditions are by appointment only; to schedule a time call (650) 579-5565 ext. 1. For information, visit www.broadwaybythebay.org.