El Museo del Barrio
1230 5th Ave, New York, NY 10029
June 8, 2025, 7:00 - 10:00 PM EDT
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Join us for Opening Night of the 27th New York Sephardic Jewish Film Festival at El Museo del Barrio — an unforgettable evening of joy, artistry, and community.
We We will present the 2025 ASF Pomegranate Awards to honor vibrant Sephardi voices for outstanding achievements on stage & screen, in literature, music, and cultural preservation:
Yael Naim — Pomegranate Lifetime Achievement Award for Music
Roya Hakakian — Pomegranate Lifetime Achievement Award for Literature
Michel Boujenah — Pomegranate Lifetime Achievement Award for Stage and Screen
Fortuna — Pomegranate Lifetime Achievement Award for Preservation of Sephardic Culture
The Pomegranates are sculpted with love by world-renowned, Baghdad-born artist Oded Halhamy.
Following the award ceremony, enjoy the performance:
Fortuna with Trio Mediterraneo, known for their soulful reinterpretations of Sephardic and Mediterranean music, will also take the stage in a moving performance celebrating cultural continuity. The ensemble will be joined by 
special guest Frank London, Grammy-winning trumpeter and co-founder of The Klezmatics.
And get ready for more surprises that will make this evening even more magical!
Culinary Experience
VIP Pass holders will enjoy an exclusive dinner before the award ceremony, featuring a specially curated culinary experience, alongside our honored guests.
The Opening Night will take place in the stunning setting of El Museo del Barrio, New York's leading Latino cultural institution located on 5th Avenue’s “Museum Mile.”
Space is limited; early reservations are highly recommended. Exclusive opportunities are also available on a first come, first serve basis.
We look forward to welcoming you to the 27th NY Sephardic Jewish Film Festival’s Opening Night!
