So begins Arnold Zable's Wanderers and Dreamers. This account of the David Herman Theatre is far more than a history of remarkable Melbourne-based Yiddish theatre ensemble. Drawing upon his skills as a story teller, Zable traces the extraordinary journeys of the many Yiddish actors, directors, make-up artists, scenery designers, musicians and stage-hands who brought their energy, passion and skills to distant Australia, from all corners of the Yiddish speaking world.