The story of their youngest child, Robert, orphaned at six following his parents’ execution.
While many are familiar with the infamous case of Julius and Ethel Rosenberg, fewer know about their youngest son, Robert. Orphaned at six after his parents' execution for espionage, he was adopted by Abel Meeropol, who penned the haunting song "Strange Fruit," made famous by Billie Holiday.
"The Rosenberg/Strange Fruit Project," written and performed by acclaimed actor and playwright John Jiler, explores this compelling story to shed light on America's complex history and character. With clarinetist Sweet Lee Odom, Jiler weaves together threads of American history, political movements, Klezmer, and jazz, addressing themes of personal and social responsibility.