Pins and Needles Day

Pins and Needles Day is on November 27 in the United States. It commemorates the opening of a musical play on Broadway in 1937. This play was created by Harold Jacob “Hecky” Rome, an American lyricist and composer, and was dedicated to the members of the International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union. The play, which was created by ordinary workers in their spare time, was an unexpected success.

History

The original production involved ordinary workers who just wanted to embrace creativity. They did not know then that their endeavor would bring unprecedented success, with the first performances running for 8 weeks. Harold Jacob “Hecky” Rome wrote the play, “Pins and Needles,” from a trade union perspective, showing young, carefree individuals engaging in working moments in the center of the most active American city. It became a hit! There are very few cases in history where non-professionals achieve such stunning success.

Interesting facts

• In 2003, a concert was held in Israel, featuring different versions of the play.
• Rachel Grunwald directed the play in London in 2003 and earned critical acclaim.
• In 2016, Pins and Needles was shown in New York, attended by students whose age coincided with the first participants.

How to take part

To take part in celebrating Pins and Needles Day:

• Watch the play, even if you’ve already seen it, and remember the details.
• Invite your friends to watch it.
• Learn more about the historical period.
• Share information about the holiday on social media.

When is Pins and Needles Day in 2024?

Pins and Needles Day is observed on November 27 each year.

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