Top of the Hill Programme – October to December 2026

Wednesday 25th November, at Shul at 2.15 pm

Jonathan Bergwerk – FAGIN: “Villain, Stereotype and Musical Star”

A lively, illustrated romp through Oliver Twist, following Fagin from Dickens’s to Lionel Bart’s beloved musical Oliver!. We explore how one of literature’s most controversial Jewish characters was created, why Dickens was accused of antisemitism, and how a remarkable Jewish woman changed his mind.

Jonathan Bergwerk is an occupational psychologist who talks widely on the lives of eminent Jews, both ancient and modern. Each presentation outlines the individual’s life and psychology, their contribution to society and impact on Jewish life.

Wednesday 9th December, at Shul at 2.15 pm

CHANUKAH PARTY

We have invited the members of the Muswell Hill Methodist Church to join us.

Please note that we make a charge of £5 for all meetings in Shul .