The Shalvi/Hyman Encyclopedia of Jewish Women

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Cia Sautter

Cia Sautter received her doctorate from the Graduate Theological Union and is a scholar and performer. Her research and writing examine the intersection of the arts, religion, and values, with publications including The Performance of Religion: Seeing the Sacred in the Theatre and The Miriam Tradition.

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Tanyaderas

Tanyaderas were noteworthy ritual experts for life cycle celebrations in Sephardic Jewish communities. Music and dance played a significant role in Jewish Mediterranean cultures, and women’s leadership outside of the synagogue held great importance for these communities.