Jacob's

One of the best-known paintings is called "Jacob's Dream," combining two biblical themes with the image of a Jew clutching a Torah, trying to protect it.

Chagall's Biblical Gift to His Wife 2011

I also had to learn to ride for a ITV series I did called Jacob's Ladder back in the day, but sadly I don't get much of a chance to put any of my fighting skills to use in this film.

WalesOnline - Home 2011

Patricia's story stopped him in his tracks -- and inspired him to executive produce the extraordinary documentary short film Jacob's Turn.

Jonathan Widran: Short Film Documentary Jacob's Turn Shines a Field of Dreams Spotlight on Down Syndrome Jonathan Widran 2010

From the tried and true (Edinburgh Festival), to the storied (Jacob's Pillow, Art Basel), to the underground (Fringe Festivals) to the neighborhood-based, local-art-supporting reasons to get out, walk around, and experience new works (DUMBO Arts Festival).

The Skinny: DUMBO Arts Festival Brings Art, Music, Dance To Brooklyn The Huffington Post News Team 2010

It's exciting to be able to make a difference and to share Jacob's wonderful story.

Jonathan Widran: Short Film Documentary Jacob's Turn Shines a Field of Dreams Spotlight on Down Syndrome Jonathan Widran 2010

Jacob's "turn" at bat and on the field was a thrill for him, but more importantly, an event that transformed the hearts of everyone in his town.

Jonathan Widran: Short Film Documentary Jacob's Turn Shines a Field of Dreams Spotlight on Down Syndrome Jonathan Widran 2010

This essay originally appeared in slightly different form as a PillowNote for Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, and is reprinted with permission.

Debra Levine: Ballets Russes Updated: Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Turns 15 Debra Levine 2011

I'm optimistic because it was pure serendipity which led me to Jacob's world in the first place, and I feel that we're all walking through a series of amazing doors that continue to open.

Jonathan Widran: Short Film Documentary Jacob's Turn Shines a Field of Dreams Spotlight on Down Syndrome Jonathan Widran 2010

This essay originally appeared in slightly different form as a PillowNote for Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, and is reprinted with permission.

Debra Levine: Ballets Russes Updated: Aspen Santa Fe Ballet Turns 15 Debra Levine 2011

At its heart, however, Jacob's Turn is designed to inspire -- to let special needs children and their parents know that the unique challenges they face need not limit the potential to achieve dreams, even small ones that start out on a baseball field in a place like Floyds Knobs.

Jonathan Widran: Short Film Documentary Jacob's Turn Shines a Field of Dreams Spotlight on Down Syndrome Jonathan Widran 2010