In a small Jewish village in Poland at the turn of the 20th century, a brilliant and adventurous young woman struggles against the constraints of a male-dominated world. With an insatiable desire to learn and grow, she seeks a way to access the knowledge denied to her simply because of her gender. After the tragic death of her father, who always supported her quest for wisdom, she decides to dress as a man and embark on the life of a rabbinical student. Adopting the identity of Anshel, she enrolls in a yeshiva, where she quickly stands out for her wit and love of study.
As she navigates this new hidden world, Yentl, as she is really called, feels excited and out of place, facing the confusion that comes with living in a body that isn’t her own. Along her journey, she falls in love with her study partner, Avigdor, who is caught in an emotional whirlwind after the death of his fiancée. The relationship becomes complicated as Yentl delves deeper into her feelings, all while keeping her secret beneath the surface. As the truth is revealed and cultural tensions erupt, Yentl is forced to confront her identity, her desires, and the cost of living authentically. With emotive music and a powerful message, this story of love and self-determination invites us to reflect on freedom, gender, and the search for a place in the world.