Stroll down Second Avenue and discover legends and landmarks of the “Yiddish Rialto” – once home to such notable performers as Fannie Brice, Molly Picon, Boris Thomashefsky, Paul Muni, and the woman who transformed American popular theatre, Sophie Tucker. 

For a bit of nostalgia, maybe even stop for a chocolate egg creme!

Your guide for this trip down memory lane  is urban historian and educator Brad Shaw, who was born on the Lower East Side, has a BA in History and Education from Brooklyn College, and is a licensed NYC tour guide. He shares with us his love of the neighborhood and passion for its history. Brad has been a docent, walking tour guide, and manager at the Museum at Eldridge Street.