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Dip the Apples in the Honey…

Posted by joanne on Sep 4, 2013 in other cool stuff, Activism, News | 0 comments

Wishing everyone Shana Tova for a Sweet New Year filled with Love, Good Health, Prosperity and Peace…

 And if you’re looking for a proudly progressive way to celebrate the season,  I’ll be leading holiday observances in a new location.

Please join me as we welcome 5774.

Rosh Hashone

WHEN:   10am – September 5th –

WHERE: B’nai Zion – 136 East 39th St, (bet Lex & 3rd)

Yom Kippur

WHEN:   10am – September 14th –

WHERE: WC/AR – 247 West 37th St, 5th fl (bet 7th-8th)

For more info, call the Workmen’s Circle/Arbeter Ring at 212-889-6800, or just show up!

I hope to see you there!

ONCE … and forever

Posted by joanne on May 1, 2012 in theatre, News | 2 comments

with 11 nominations, ONCE leads the pack for the 2012 Tony Awards! 

Jumping for Joy at Once!!

It’s a dream come true… “Once” is certainly one of the most beautiful Broadway shows I’ve ever seen, and I am so grateful to be a part of it!  I have the privilege to understudy the role of Baruška, brilliantly performed by the magnificent Anne L. Nathan.  Come see us at the historic Jacobs Theatre every night – where Grease broke the record for longest running show on Broadway… And best of all, I get to play my accordion with this outrageously talented band of performers.  LUCKY ME!!

Opening night with Anne

Hot Klezmer for a Cold Winter Night!

Posted by joanne on Feb 6, 2012 in concerts, News | 0 comments

Heating up the east village with the Levitt Legacy Kleztet

…kickin’ out some crazy klezmer…

Joanne and the Levitt Legacy Kleztet

I am super excited to sing the repertoire of Harriet Kane and Marty Levitt with The Levitt Legacy Kleztet under the direction of their son, the amazing Dave Levitt. (That’s Dave, playing the trombone over my left shoulder!)

This music series, curated by Aaron Alexander and co-created with Rabbi Greg Wall has brought Klezmer back to the Lower East Side.  I’m thrilled to make my East Village Klezmer debut with this remarkable band that features the music of my super hero, that gorgeous and hilarious Yiddish redhead, Harriet Kane!  I can’t promise I’ll be dressed in my snow-bunny sweater & boots, but I do promise you’ll have a fantastic night!

WHEN:  Wednesday, February 8th at 8pm as part of the East Village Klezmer Series

WHERE:  325 East 6th Street, between 1st & 2nd Ave (at the Sixth Street Synagogue)

Follow the above link to get your tickets to this terrific evening.  See you there!

The East Village Klezmer Series is co-sponsored by Workmen’s Circle/Arbeiter Ring of NY, Living Traditions/Klez Kamp, and Center for Traditional Music and Dance.

Remembering Adrienne, z”l…

Posted by joanne on Jan 4, 2012 in concerts, Activism, News | 0 comments

Adrienne's Wedding Blessings

It is with a heavy heart and unbearable sorrow that the world now mourns the passing of our sister, Adrienne Cooper z”l.

She was my mentor, my surrogate mother, spiritual guide, partner in crime and a dear, dear friend.  Adrienne lives on through her music and her words, but our community will never be the same without her sweet smile, those sparkling eyes and her warm embrace.

As the Three Yiddish Divas, Adrienne, Tova and I traveled the world together – and each city was another adventure.  We made each other laugh, toasted our successes, shared our secrets and forged unique friendships.   As I share these pictures, the memories are a comfort in this time of incredible sadness.

Zol zi hobn a likhtikn gan-eydn.   

Kovod ir ondenk… may her memory be for a blessing.

A sweet and healthy new year!

Posted by joanne on Sep 28, 2011 in News | 0 comments

As we enter this Season of Renewal,  let our sorrows be behind us and our best endeavors still to come. Wishing you and your families, your loved ones and our community a year of sweetness and health,  prosperity and peace, blessings and joy.

A shenere un besere velt far ale! 

A better more beautful world for all!

See you all in 5772!