A Star-Studded Documentary Celebrates Broadway Legend Tovah Feldshuh in TOVAH, a Film by David Serero

David Serero

A Star-Studded Documentary Celebrates Broadway Legend Tovah Feldshuh in TOVAH, a Film by David Serero   Trailer Released Today   Tovah Feldshuh, the legendary Broadway actress whose fearless performances, intellectual rigor, and commanding presence have defined American theater for more than five decades, is the subject of TOVAH, a new feature-length documentary directed and produced by award-winning filmmaker David Serero. A towering figure of the stage and screen, Feldshuh is revered for her iconic Broadway roles, her groundbreaking portrayals of historical women, most notably Golda Meir, and her Emmy-nominated performance on Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. Most recently, she has experienced a renewed rise in mainstream popularity through her acclaimed appearance in Netflix’s hit series Nobody Wants This, introducing her to a new generation of global audiences. The film presents a definitive portrait of an artist whose influence extends far beyond the stage, shaping generations of performers and audiences alike.   Directed and produced by David Serero, TOVAH brings together an extraordinary star cast of acclaimed actors, producers, creators, and cultural voices, underscoring Feldshuh’s singular impact on the performing arts. The film features Oscar Isaac, Dustin Hoffman, Kristen Bell, Patti LuPone, Stephen Schwartz, Peter Gallagher, Adam Brody, Rachel Bloom, Julie Benko, Jared Grimes, Daryl Roth, Chris Silbermann, Michael Adler, Daniel Roher, Elie Chouraqui, Katie Couric, Joy Behar, Erin Foster, Sharon Bialy, Julie Platt, among others, making it one of the most expansive and prestigious assemblies of industry voices ever brought together to honor a Broadway artist.   The official trailer for TOVAH is released today, offering audiences a first look at this landmark dynamic documentary by David Serero.   TRAILER: https://youtu.be/nR-GKUSsDZ0   Through exclusive interviews, rare archival footage, and intimate behind-the-scenes access, TOVAH traces Feldshuh’s ascent from a daring young actress to a Broadway institution and cultural icon. The documentary explores her uncompromising artistic standards, her pioneering solo performances, and her enduring commitment to complex, intelligent, and powerful female narratives.   “Tovah Feldshuh is Broadway royalty,” said director David Serero. “This film brings together the voices of those who have been inspired by her brilliance, discipline, and courage. TOVAH is a celebration of dedication to her craft.”   Positioned as both a celebration and a cultural document, TOVAH underscores Feldshuh’s rare ability to bridge Broadway, Hollywood, and television, while remaining fiercely devoted to the theater.   The world premiere of TOVAH will take place at the Boca International Jewish Film Festival on January 26, 2026, with Tovah Feldshuh and David Serero in attendance.   news@theculturenews.com

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00:01Who are you?

00:02Tova.

00:03Tova, Tova fell to shoe.

00:06A real firecracker.

00:07I certainly am an actress.

00:08She's a better Jewish mother than I am a Jewish son, I think.

00:11Tova made such an impression in the Broadway community.

00:14She's an actor in every sense of the word.

00:17She's a force.

00:18Versatility.

00:19How could I say no to Tova?

00:20She's the greatest Jewish actress.

00:22Dives into whatever she's doing.

00:25She's on the biggest show on Netflix right now.

00:28Okay babe, you have the right hand.

00:31Let's see if I can pull this one off.

00:33She comes in and wants to talk about the scene, but not too much, but just wants to make sure she knows it.

00:38The role she chooses to play.

00:40Need a point of view.

00:41They just feel like extensions of Tova.

00:43That's being an actor.

00:44She has more energy level and is tougher than just about any 20 year old I know.

00:48The actor wants to know everything about a character, so the character can know nothing.

00:53Her royalty is extremely personable.

00:55Epitome of the Jewish mother.

00:57She always says there's no understudy for her mother, and it's true.

01:02All about specificity, which is why Tova was so great.

01:05Tova came to my mind immediately.

01:07An actor.

01:08An artist.

01:09And responded immediately.

01:10Designed prosciutto.

01:13We cast Tova in The Walking Dead.

01:15That's my partner in crime.

01:16Broadway force.

01:18America's foremost tragedian.

01:20When she was Rachel's mother and I played the rabbi.

01:23Because the camera can see right through bullshit.

01:25I'm still working.

01:26Shit.

01:27Tova Felch's auditioning.

01:28We might as well just go home.

01:30She always performs without a net.

01:32If you know what I mean.

01:34Gotta give life your best shot.

01:35I don't even know what that means.

01:37To date boys.

01:38To date boys.

01:39It's good.

01:40Very funny.

01:41Talent and turning into a career.

01:43Acting is a lot cheaper than therapy.

01:45I had the good fortune to climb Mount Kilimanjaro with her.

01:48So far nobody's caught us.

01:49There are certain artists in the world who just go by one day.

01:52You actually have to touch your nose.

01:54What are you doing down there?

01:57I'm glad you're doing this for her.

01:58Call your movie Tova.

01:59Give me a break.

02:01I'm in my seventies.

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