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Chol HaMoed Pesach 2010
Summer-Fall 2010 Save the Dates
Events from March 2010
Events from February 2010
Classes & Announcements from February 2010
Events from Late January 2010
Events from Fall of 2009

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Movies During Chol HaMoed
  • New Original Musicals
  • Events, Performances & Classes in DANCE - Cleveland, Israel, NYC
  • Art Exhibits & Classes
  • Summer Programs 2010

    • Chol HaMoed Pesach Movies & Shows

    A LIGHT FOR GREYTOWERS – New York , LA , Israel
    Back By popular demand! Kol Neshama presents a frum film by Robin Garbose: A Light for Greytowers. A Jewish girl fights to keep her faith. Showings Chol HaMoed Pesach. Thursday, April 1, 2010. ALL TICKETS $10. For Women and Girls 9 and older. www.kolneshama.org. Made in part with support from the Jewsih Community Foundation. All proceeds to Tzedaka: Kol Neshama Camp Scholarship Fund. For More Info 732-905-9787. Truly a masterpiece…with a powerful message of faith” Miriam Liebermann, Binah Magazine, Inspiring, touching and entertaining! Rebbetzin Baila Stern, Bais Yaakov, Passaic . NY: Boro Park & Flatbush! Boro Park , Sara Schenirer Hall 4622 14th Ave. 7 & 9pm. Flatbush: Congregation Gvul Yaavetz, 1580 Coney Avenue (btw L & M). Tel Aviv: Tel Aviv Cinemateque, Tickets: 03-6060800, 12pm. Los Angeles! Etz Jacob Congregation, 7659 Beverly Blvd. 7 & 9pm. Montreal : Premiere screening ($20) in Montreal this Chol HaMoed! Watch for ads in your local publications.

    The CHAIRLADY – Israel
    You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll be inspired! How far would YOU go to make a dream come true? The Chairlady. Professionally produced Y. Silverman, directed by R. L. Gedzelman. A heartwarming film about pressure, priorities and pride. Don’t miss the film that ladies in America couldn’t stop talking about! Jerusalem – Geulah: Ruzhin Hall, 13 Yoshiyahu St. Weds & Thurs Chol Hamoed, 6:30 & 9pm. Har Nof: Kehilas Bnei HaTorah Hall, 5 Agassi St. Thurs 6:30 & 9pm. Ramat Beit Shemesh. Boston Hall, 21 Nachal Sorek. Weds 6:30 & 9pm. Beitar: Gvanim Hall, 2 Rechov Breslev, Motzei Shabbos 9pm. Ashdod: Seminar Gur, 3 Rechov Yannai Thurs 9pm. Kiryat Sefer: Mifneh Eshkol Payis, 59 Avnei Nezer St. Thurs 8:30pm, Tickets. 40nis. “Keeping up with the Cohens meets the heimishe velt…” In Eretz Yisroel in time for Pesach! Like no other women’s-only film before it, The Chairlady combines dynamic performances, a witty true-to-life script, and nuanced characterizations in a contemporary tale, professionally shot in HD, with film lenses, for vivid and striking visuals. The yeshiva tea HAS to be a success – otherwise the Ladies Auxiliary won’t make money, the school won’t get their new trailers, the rebbes won’t be able to teach, kids will go off the derech… The stakes are high when Malka Gruen gets her chance to run the tea. Can she pull it off? With its lighthearted, but insightful look at challenges facing us today, The Chairlady offers a whole new dramatic experience for frum women and girls. Click here for a sneak preview: http://vimeo.com/10231916. The Chairlady -- for anyone who’s ever dropped a few balls in the great juggling game of life!

    NEW ORIGINAL MOVIE! SCALDED WATERS by H. Barzel – NY & Out of Town
    A contemporary real-life drama for women and girls. Approved by noted machanechos. Admission $20. Out of town prices, see local ads. Boro Park Sara Shnirer 4622 14th Ave, Motzei Yom Tov Weds May 31, 10pm, Motzei Shabbos April 3 10pm. Montauk Jr. HS 4200 16th Ave. Thurs April 1, 1:30, 4:30, 8:30pm. Fri April 2, 12noon. Sunday April 12noon. Monsey Atrium Plaza 401 W Rte 59, Motzei YT 10pm Thurs 4:45, 9pm, Fri 12noon, Motzei Shabos 10pm, Sun 12noon. Lakewood Yeshiva Ktana 120 2nd St. Motzei YT Weds 10pm. Thurs 8:45, Fri 12noon, Motzei Shabbos 10pm, Sun 12noon. Passaic Ohel Yosef. 1 Main St , Motzei YT May 31 9:30pm, Thurs 8:30pm, Motzei Shabbos 9:30pm. Toronto – BY hs 410 Lawrence Ave , Motzei Shabbos 9:45pm. Los Angeles – Rabbi Bess Shul 7211 Beverley Blvd. Motzei Shabbos 9:30pm. To schedule a showing or for more info 718-686-1187

    Screenings of WHISPERING WAVES. A movie by R. Schick – NY & Out of Town
    A gripping saga of 3 young girls set in England Holland and Eretz Yisroel. More professional and more affordable. Special prices $15. Out of tow prices see local ad. For women and girls, appropriate for all ages. Boro Park BY 18th ave 4419 18th ave. Weds Motzi YT 10pm, Motzei Shabbos 10pm / I.S.92/4715 18th Ave Thurs 1:30, 4:30, 8:30, Fri 12 noon, Sun 12noon. Monsey Yeshiva Spring Valley/gym (boys bldg) Weds Motzei YT 9:55pm, Thurs 1:30, 4:30, 8:30, Fri 12 noon, Motzei Shabbos 9:55pm. Sun 12noon, Lakewood : Y.T.T./755 East End Ave. MYT 10pm, Thurs 8:45pm, Fri 12noon, MS 9:55pm, Sun 12noon. Baltimore Bnei Jacob/Shaare Zion , Thurs 5pm. Los Angeles Rabbi Bess Shul 7211 Beverly Blvd. Thurs 5:30pm

    THE NEWCOMER Musical Performance Screenings NY & Out of Town
    From the producers who brought you the sold out performance Journeys, we are back!! Bigger and Better than ever! Zichron Shlomo Refuah Fund proudly presents THE NEWCOMER! Full version, dances included. A musical masterpiece of drama, song and dance on screen. For women and girls. Admission $20, 3 or more per family, $5 off total price. Boro Park BYBP 1370 46th St, Motzei Yom Tov Weds 10pm, Thurs 4, 7, 10. Fri 12noon, Motzei Shabbat10pm, Sun 12noon, Monsey Yeshiva Spring Valley/Main Ball Room (boys bldg), Motzei Yom Tov 10pm Thurs 4, 7, 10. Fri 12noon, MS 10pm, Sun 12pm, Lakewood , BYhs/277 James St. Special Price $15. Thurs 9pm. Fri 12noon, MS 10pm, Sun 12pm. Far Rockaway TAG Elementary Sch/444 Beach 6, Thurs 8:45pm, Toronto BYhs/410 Lawrence Ave, Thurs 6 & 8:45pm, Los Angeles R’ Bess Shul 7211 Beverley Blvd. Thur 8:30pm Baltimore, Bnei Jacob/Shaare Zion, Thurs 8pm, Chicago Adas Jeshurin/3050 West Touhy Ave. Thurs 5, 8:30pm, Out of town prices may differ, See local ads. A Baila Bracha-Chavi Nechama Weinberg Production. Zichron Shlomo Refuah fund is a non-porfit org that aids those afflicted w cancer. 718-Get-Well. Lilyui Nishmas Habochur Shlomo o’h ben Reb Avraham Yaacov n”y Eliyahu. For more info 917-842-8308.

    Music & Comedy Events on Thursday Night, April 1

    Brooklyn – Women’s Concert! Kineret, Leah Forster, Bracha Jaffe and Sarah Schwadron!
    The Women’s Show of the Year! HaShmienu Kolecha. A Grand Pesach Festival. Song, Comedy, Dance. Leah Forster, Kineret, Bracha Jaffe, Rikudettes Dance Troupe, and New Talent Schowcase introducing Sarah Schwadron. Thursday Chol Hamoed, April 1, 7:30pm. The Atlantic Oceana Millenium Hal, 1029 Brighton Beach Avenue (Coney Is Ave to Brighton Beach , left one block). Tickets $25, $30, $36, VIP: 718-338-4915. Credit cards: Jewishtickets.com. Groups/info: 718-627-1386. Tickets sold in local Jewish bookstores. Buses leave 6:30pm from Boro Park 14th & 50th, Williamsburg Lee & Ross

    Queens! WOMEN'S CHOL HAMOED CELEBRATION OF MUSIC & COMEDY
    The National Council of Young Israel (NCYI) and the Young Israel of Kew Gardens Hills will host a special Chol Hamoed celebration for women and teenage girls called "Laugh & Sing." The program will take place on Chol Hamoed Pesach, Thursday, April 1, 2010, at 7:45 PM, at the Young Israel of Kew Gardens Hills, which is located at 150-05 70th Road in Kew Gardens Hills , New York . "Laugh & Sing," which is an evening of music and comedy, will feature a calorie-cutting sidesplitting fun ride with Ayelet the Kosher Komic, as well as the beautiful music of singer and musician Karen Daitchman. The program is being co-sponsored by the Queens Jewish Community Council. Tickets for the event can be purchased online at http://www.youngisrael.org/pages/ls.cfm. The special recession-cutting, early bird ticket price, which is available through March 28, is $12 for one ticket, $20 for two, and $8 each if you purchase four or more tickets. After March 28 or at the door, the ticket price is $15 each. For more information about the April 1 "Laugh & Sing" Chol Hamoed celebration, call NCYI Director of Programming Rebbetzin Judi Steinig at 212-929-1525 x112

    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    New Women's Performing Arts Classes in Park Slope! Talia Performing Arts Center
    MONDAYS- BELLY DANCE- starting 4/12/10, 8-9:00pm, $64 per workshop/ month-, $172 for the whole semester, $118 for 2 workshops 4 weeks workshop / cycle. TUESDAYS – SCENE STUDY- starting 4/13/10, 8:30-10:00pm, $180 per month, $464 for the whole semester, $330 for 8 weeks, 4 weeks cycle. WEDNESDAYS- FLAMENCO starting 4/21/10, 8-9:00pm, $78 for a 5 weeks workshop, $64 a month, $140 for 10 weeks workshop, $118 for 8 weeks workshop. THURSDAY- ISRAELI DANCE starting 5/6/10, 8-9:00pm, $64 per workshop/ month, 4 weeks workshop/cycle. TUESDAY- THEATRE DANCE for Teens( girls 11 & up) – starting 4/13/10 5:30pm-6:30pm, $64 per workshop/ month, $48 for workshop C., $158 for the whole semester, $118 for 8 weeks workshop, $102 for 7 weeks workshop (workshop B and C). Become a fan on facebook and follow us on twitter! Visit our site to learn more about Taliah PAC at http://taliahpac.org/ and see our write up about our amazing Opening night lauch party; go to our flicker link to see some great pics from our event-http://www.flickr.com/photos/48526499@N04/sets/72157623543493103/ . Another great event by Taliah PAC coming soon! stay connected to learn about our latest news and upcoming events!

    Women’s Concert Comedance II Available in Stores for Pesach!
    Featuring women’s band SchwadJAM with Sarah Schwadron & family, Elana Greenspan, and Chava Schneider, comediennes Joan Levin, the Lissauer Sisters & friends, and Yehudis Gellis, vocalists Miriam Leah Droz and Elana Farbstein, and dance and gymnastics performances by the Frankel Sisters, Lakewood women & girls, and many more women and girls from the Brooklyn community! Available now in Jewish book stores for a Chol Hamoed movie night!

    Vocal Coach Miriam Jaskierowicz Arman on the Radio!
    Greetings and Blessings to all... After a very successful News Interview on Global Talk Radio in Feb., I hosted my first live 1 hour show of ¨What Ever Happened to Great Singing?¨ from Italy, featuring Ricardo Foresi and Benedetta Cossigniani. This will be the beginning of an ongoiing series. I will keep you informed about the next one, which will probably stream from Switzerland . Anyone interested in the European Encounter in Bern , please write to me and I will certainly send the information. Your ideas and feedback are greatly appreciated as usual. http://www.globaltalkradio.com/shows/. Miriam Jaskierowicz Arman www.musicvisionsintl.org ~ www.soureflections-poetry.org ~ www.amazon.com

    HAG: The Hassidic Actor’s Guild – A “Mock”-umentary – Upcoming Screenings!
    April 26 Detroit Jewish Film Festival
    April 27 Ann Arbor Jewish Film Festival
    April 28 Windsor Ontario JFF
    May 1 Philly JFF--nominated for a best directorial ward

    Art Courses Available in Teaneck, NJ!
    Art courses available for seniors, adults, high school students and children. Taught by profession Illustrator- Located in Teaneck NJ - Painting and drawing basics - Candle making - Portfolio development - Step by step build a painting - Self expression and movement (art therapy) - Comic book illustration - Children's book illustration - Surrealism and symbolism - Fashion design/ illustration - Bat Mitzvah project art preparation - Judaic Sculpture and other crafts. Call Natalia at 551 587 1653.

    Black Box Studios Students in the News!
    Matt Okin’s Black Box Studios Students on the front page of THE JEWISH STANDARD! Congrats! http://www.jstandard.com/content/cover_stories/C66

    New Women’s Dance Company on the West Coast!
    www.chabad.org/news/article.asp?aid=1154469&jewish=Ballet-Explores-Bibli....

    Judah Harris Photography Newsletter – New for Pesach!
    Judah S. Harris' popular newsletter presents a mix of original photography and essays. The latest edition for the Pesach yom tov features a visit to a well-known matzah bakery, a quest to comprehend how, more than 3000 years later, we are to still see ourselves as just freed from slavery, and a couple of enticing promotions! Coming soon: A short film of the Salute to Israel Parade and "Morning Prayers on 185th Street," a B&W photo essay from the summer of 1990 that will be published online for the first time this spring. Subscribe to Judah 's newsletter to receive updates on these and other projects. http://www.judahsha rris.com/ newsletters/ pesach_2010

    New Girls Choir – London!
    New girls choir ages 16-20. Spotlight Singing is looking to start up a new girls choir for ages 16-20. We will meet once a week for an hour and learn vocal techniques (how to improve your voice) as well as learn lots of amazing songs! There will also be chances to perform! If you are interested or know someone who might be please email Abigail on abigail.spotlightsinging@hotmail.co.uk or call 07952 564 003

    Save the Dates Summer & Fall 2010!

    MAY 16
    Colorado! Jewish Women in the Arts Program featuring Alana Newhouse & Robin Garbose
    Save the Date! Jewish Women in the Arts Exhibit and Program May 16, 2010. Jewish Women in the Arts Exhibit & Program at the Mizel Museum in Denver , CO. Presenters: Alana Newhouse & Robin Garbose. May 16, 11am-2pm. Presenters: Alana Newhouse, editor-in-chief of Tablet Magazing, a New Read on Jewish Life. Tablet is a daily online magazine of Jewish news, ideas, and culture. Robin Garbose is executive director of Los Angeles based organization, Kol Neshama, dedicated to providing professional artistic training and performance opportunities for girls and women in a Torah-observant setting. Email the museum of call Deanne at 303-394-9993 ext 104 for tickets. www.mizelmuseum.org

    JUNE 28-JULY 26
    TZFAT, Israel – Visual Arts, Writing, Movement. June 28-July 26
    Bre'ah: The Sleep-Away Art and Torah Camp for religious teenage girls in Tzfat , Israel When: June 28-July 26. Why: Because Bre'ah is the first camp of its kind aiming to develop the artistic talents of frum teenage girls in a Torah environment. who are looking for a rewarding, creative Torah experience. For Whom: "Bre'ah" is a camp for frum, artistically talented (11th, 12th and going into sem.), creative girls who want to develop their skills under the guidance of frum professional artists, yoga instructors, nutritionists, photographers, authors and web designers. Some Camp Highlights include: Drawing – watercolor painting – mixed medium – photography – creative writing – yoga – chabura learning – life coaching skills – nutrition/cooking – Tiyulim (Tiveria, Yerushalayim, Dead Sea...) – meeting other frum artists – and much much more... Set in the scenic old city of Tzfat and packed with trips around the country, Bre'ah offers a well rounded look at our Holy Land . All classes are taught by professional, religious, female instructors who have been working in their respected fields and strive to share their gifts and empower young women through enabling them to tap into their talents. Through Bre'ah we hope to connect to the "Art of Awareness" and perhaps uncover a bit more about our Creator, His Creations, and Ourselves... for more info please contact : BreahArtCamp@gmail.com The deadline for discounted rate is March 18th. There are only 16 spots so that each girl receives personal attention and will walk away with developed art skills, and start to foster their own style. Please note all staff positions have been filled. Thank You, Yochana and Yocheved

    JUNE 28-JULY 25
    ROCK MUSICAL THEATER CAMP SUMMER 2010
    For Kids & Teens, Ages 9-19 Created and run by Matt Okin, Mandy Decker, and Jonathan Kaplan with Danny Hoffman, other professional teaching artists, and special entertainment industry guests. In this total immersion collaborative musical theater experience, participants receive hands-on instruction in acting, improvisation, voice, dance, design and more. Camp students explore numerous genres of musical theater as they create, rehearse, and mount an exciting review. Pro students - with the additional guidance of various NYC industry professionals - works on a cutting-edge full-length Broadway style musical. Both groups get the chance to show off their unique talents and skills. Choose between two parallel sections! Camp (open to all, regardless of experience) Pro (admission by audition only) Dates & Times: Friday, June 28 - Sunday, July 25 9:30-4:30 PM Mondays to Thursdays 9:30-2:00 PM Fridays Lunch (dairy) and performance DVD included! Performance Information: Camp performances: Wednesday, July 23 and Sunday, July 25. Pro performances: Thursday, July 24 and Sunday, July 25. Black Box Studios at The Jewish Center of Teaneck 70 Sterling Place, just off Cedar Lane. Camp costs: JCT Members: $1,450.00, Non-members: $1,650.00, Pro costs: JCT Members: $1,650.00, Non-members: $1,850.00, REFER-A-FRIEND DISCOUNT - Save $100 per referred enrollee (NO LIMIT or DEADLINE)

    JULY 5-AUG 26
    LOS ANGELES – Film, Acting, Musical Theater. July 5-Aug 26
    Kol Neshama 10th Year Anniversary Summer!!! July 5 – August 26 From the creators of the feature film A Light for Greytowers – KOL NESHAMA PERFORMING & CINEMA ARTS INTENSIVE For Girls– 10th YEAR ANNIVERSARY SUMMER!! Summer 2010/5770. July 5-August 26. NEW FILM & STAGE PLAY: We are delighted to be producing a new feature-length musical film for women and girls, “Miriam’s Lyllabye.” Summer 2010 participants will have performance and crew opportunities. We are also planning a Theatre Troupe that will perform in local venues. Program runs: Monday – Thursday, 9:00am – 4:30pm. Friday 9am – 3pm. (Please note: hours will change during filming). Two tracks: (1) 3rd to 6th grade, (2) 7th to 12th grade. Classes Include: Voice – participants will learn how to develop a beautifully tuned instrument through technique and coaching. Acting – students will explore theatre games, scene study and improvisation. Dance: Girls will stretch and grow through classes and choreography. Filmmaking: Aspiring filmmakers (high-school only) will participate in Robin Garbose’s filmmaking seminar and do crew internships. Learning, Davening, and Shiurim. Strict Adherence to the laws of Tznius. Under the guidance of artistic Director Robin Garbose, classes taught by accomplished professionals. Limited Enrollment! For Interview, Audition, Application, call: (310) 659-2342 or www.kolneshama.org. Kol Neshama is under the halachic guidance of Los Angeles community Rabbis

    AUG 2-8
    Jewish Women's Music Festival
    August 2-8, www.isabellafreedman.org/womensmusic

    FALL 2010
    CONFERENCE FOR DANCE! Oct-Nov 2010 in Ramat Beit Shemesh!
    First Conference of Artistic Dance in the Religious Community. If you are a dancer, choreographer or dance teacher, who finds dance to be your self-expression, you will be excited to hear about the first National Conference of Religious Women's Dance. The conference will include active workshops, which will give women and girls a chance to try various styles of dance (grouped by age). There will also be performances of selected works among the participants in the conference. The conference will be open to women and girls aged 15 and up. It is planned to take place in the fall of this year (October / November). The conference will be professionally accompanied by Mrs. Talia Perlstein, head of the Dance department of Orot Women's College, and with the support of Mrs. Liora Minka, chairwoman of the Emunah women's movement. If you are interested in participating, please fill out the attached form and send it to either of the following addresses: kenesrikud@gmail.com or miri@bs.matnasim.co.il. Sending in these details will enable a professional board to strengthen what already exists and give it expression. Please feel free to share this information with other interested groups and individuals. Miri Shalem. Manager, Ramat Beit Shemesh Community Centre. Tel. 02-6331861, 050-5268093. Fax. 02-9910696

    ATARA Women’s Weekend 2010!!! iyH
    November 12-15, 2010 ~ Manhattan , NY iyH
    VETERAN’S DAY WEEKEND, 2010
    A weekend with classes, networking and performances for Torah observant women in the creative, performing and media arts. Tracks in drama-film-writing, dance and music. Artwork, craft vendors and CDs-books for sale. Women’s only program. Sorry men – we will work on SOMETHING!!!!!!
    Shabbos programming, Nov 12-13. Workshop Programming SUNDAY & MONDAY Nov 14-15.
    PERFORMANCES
    Motzei Shabbat – Indie Rock Performances, iyH followed by dance party
    Sunday Night – Musical Theater and Dance Performances
    More Info, www.artsandtorah.org

    March 2010


    BALTIMORE! March 6 – GIRLS NIGHT ON BALTIMORE! MOTZEI SHABBOS!
    The Girls' Night On! women's open mike night is THIS SATURDAY NIGHT! We have a great show planned! Come to perform, or to support your uber-talented friends and neighbors and enjoy a fun and fabulous night out! Please spread the word!**The show everyone's talking about is coming to Baltimore... ****Girls' Night On!****An open mike night for women, by women.** Saturday Night, March 6th, 8:30 PM. Doors open at 8:00. Act, sing, dance, play, read, joke, filibuster or come watch. Each performer gets 8 minutes of stage time.**Park Heights JCC**5700 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore. Admission: $10. Free Girls' Night On! CD with admission For more info, tickets, to volunteer, or to sign up as a performer, contact Leslie at 443-940-0749.

    5 TOWNS – March 6th, 7th and 13th - HARMONY is back!!! Harmony VIII
    Lawrence Middle School Auditorium 195 Broadway Lawrence, NY 11559 For three nights, the Harmony concert will celebrate women's skills, strengths and accomplishments. The performers come from a broad range of seminaries and schools. The cast of 170 women cut across all demographics. The primary goal of the concert is to foster a greater sense of self-esteem, connectedness and togetherness. Three thousand tickets will be sold for the three-night event with over 170 performers in the choirs and dance ensembles. HARMONY VIII will follow in tradition and build on past success by bringing to the Far Rockaway/Five Towns Community a stunning, high value, Broadway style production. Part of the show will be a full drama based on Chassidic folktales called "Karliner Mincha", based on R' Carlebach's retelling of an old chasidic folktale. This section will be a short comic opera with songs from Carlebach and authentic chasidic nigunim, including 2 Karliner songs, one from Chabad, and one called "The Ba'al Shem Tov's Nigun". For All Inquiries Please Contact: PROJECT EXTREME 335 Central Avenue, Lawrence, NY 11559 Phone: 516.612.3922 Fax: 516.612.3924 Tickets online at www.projectextreme.org

    Israel – March 7 – DAMES of the DANCE 3!!! – The 7 DAYS of CREATION
    On March 7, IY"H, 100 women take the stage in Gush Etzion to tell the story of creation in dance – ballet, tap, jazz, modern, hip hop, stomp, 60s, Mediterranean, Israeli, African… From Tohu V'Vohu to the Creation of Man and the ultimate first Shabbat, every day is included with incredible dances, beautiful costumes, and fabulous energy. The DAMES extravaganzas are dedicated to tzedakah, and all proceeds go to Kimcha d'Pischa to feed the needy of the region for Pesach. Performances are Sunday March 7 and Thursday March 11 in Gush Etzion Theater, 8:15 PM, and special Matinee on Monday March 15 at 5 PM in Efrat Community Center . Sunday's show is just about sold out, but there are still a few tickets for Thursday's and Monday's shows. For more information, contact Producer Sharon Katz. To buy tickets on line, http://voices-magazine.com/dames_survey.html

    Israel – March 7 – Art Therapy Group FIRST MEETING
    Tishkofet and Ma'agan non-profit organizations are proud to invite you to an introductory meeting for a new Art Therapy Group. Art Therapy is the use of art-making for emotional healing, increased self expression and well being. The process of creating art and interacting with one's creation can increase coping skills, decrease stress levels, and strengthen sense of self. In this workshop we will explore ourselves both individually and as part of a group using a wide variety of artistic mediums including: painting, sketching, creative writing, clay, collage and psychodrama. Led by Judy Kaufman Date: Sunday, March 7th, 2010. Time: 16:30 - 18:00 Place:1 Chaim Yachil St (Corner of Hurkania), Jerusalem - Goldstein Youth Village. Registration: Free of Charge - limited seating available- please register in advance. We offer support and professional guidance in the face of serious illness and loss, for patients, family members and professionals, to enhance coping, growth and life satisfaction. Programs are supported by the UJA Federation of NY and other donors. For further details: 02-6310803 co.il www.tishkofet. co.il

    NJ – March 10 - Documentary Screening TIME OF MY LIFE
    Wednesday, March 10, 2010 Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm Location: Clifton JCC Street: 199 Scoles Avenue City/Town: Clifton, NJ. Following a sold-out premier showing in New York City, Tiferet Filmworks is bringing "Time of my Life" back for its New Jersey premier: In this unique documentary, filmed over the final year of her life, Simcha Esther (Shari) Gershan, takes us deep inside her personal battle against a deadly cancer. Diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer, the vivacious mother of 4 young children embraces joy, faith and creativity as her weapons and embarks on a relentless quest to heal life. The film offers a rare glimpse into the hidden world of Orthodox Jews and particularly into the inner life of an Orthodox woman. Against the backdrop of the NY Metro area, the feature length film, created by Simcha Esther and independent filmmaker Tsvika Tal, captures the journey as Simcha Esther transforms her life, her community and the cancer experience itself through humor, creativity and insight. Ticket Price: $18. Tickets available at the door. A portion of proceeds will go to Bikur Cholim and families of cancer victims.

    NY March 13 – NEW PERFORMING ARTS CENTER FOR WOMEN!!! Park Slope. Grand Opening
    Taliah Performing Arts Center invites you to celebrate their opening - Saturday, March 13th 8:30pm - 12am at 303 Bond Street in Carroll Gardens, New York. With a night of Live Performances For Women By Women: FLAMENCO with MAYA DE SILVA accompanied by guitarist ELIZABETH FOUNTAIN, Lipstick Jungle and Law and Order, opening the stage to show some seasoned actors how to improve and work on their craft NOA LEMBERSKY of J.Viewz BELLY DANCING from JEHAN, SULTANA TAJ and dancers ISRAELI DANCE by SARA BURNBAUM Enjoy our Wine & Chocolate Bar Event is for WOMEN and is All Free. Saturday, March 13th 8:30pm - 12am 303 Bond Street, Carroll Gardens. Because space is limited RSVP recommended. RSVP to: info@taliahpac.org For more information, please visit http://taliahpac.org or http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=328953753047&ref=ts

    Brooklyn March 14 – NEW ORIGINAL MUSICAL from MALKY GINIGER
    A new original drama by Malky Giniger by women for women Lost & Found: An evening of non-stop song, dance and action featuring a star-studded cast of over 200 performers. Malky Giniger Leah Forster Bracha Jaffe Maayan Davis Ilana Farbstein Miri Greenberg Chaya Sara Klg Chayitty Pollack Sarah Schwadron The Weisz Sisters, Special Appearance by children and adults from Ohel Bais Ezra Recreation Program Sunday March 14 2010 1pm, 7pm Kingsborough College Performing Arts Center. 2001 Oriental Blvd Brooklyn Large state of the art venue, 15 min from BP & Flatbush, Ample Parking. Tickets $36-100, purchased at www.jewishtickets.com, Eichlers Coney & 13th Ave, Judaica Place Ave M. 718-258-5391. Sponsorship call 718-972-9338. Transportation available from BP altbush, WIliamsburg, Queens Monsey Lakewood Fivetown/Far Rockaway – please call 347-603-4434. Premium & Sponsorships $180-$5000 available, proceeds to benefit the Children of Ohel

    NY March 18 – Dance Party for Nissan! March 18
    33 East 45th St, Manhattan btw Park & Madison. Women's Dance Party for Nissan! Raise the Sparks. Opens with Women's Open Mic Night, 7:30-9pm Followed by a Women's OnlyTrance Hip-Hop Disco Boogie Rosh Chodesh Nissan DANCE PARTY Thursday Night, March 18 ~ 3 Nissan 5770. 7:30pm -9:00pm Open Mike Night 9:00pm -1:00am DJ Trance Hip-Hop Disco Boogie Dance Party!! $25 includes drinks, 2 IDs to drink / $15 non-drinkers & students. 33 East 45th St btw Park & Madison. Come raise the SPARKS, your VOICES and FEET to celebrate Rosh Chodesh Nissan and the REDEMPTION of our people!!! In the merit of righteous women were we redeemed from Egypt. Organized by Ayil, Uplifting Events for Women More Info: ampmayil at gmail

    ART EXHIBITS

    Art Exhibit – Jerusalem
    By Hilla Ram, Rael Elijah /Text: Yuval Shapira/ Curator: Ofra Zucker. What is the world, if not an individual invisible texture? We are the invisible that you perceive with texture. When we take a step backward, and anther one, before we start to attach meanings to everything, we stay with a collection of shapes that touch our skin that we can't really grasp and hold and sometimes see. That they are first of the world, but now they are ours. These artists have a tool, a tool that moves you a step forward. With a canvas and a camera and a brush and a printing paper, you can hold it, without conceptualize. Freeze without imprison. Reveal, before who observes and feels invisible texture of yours. in a language that is exact enough that we won't get lost, and enough liberating that we can see ourselves. This art offers an insight for the quest to the essence of the connection between the self and the beyond, in the unique language of texture. Grand opening: March 4th, 2010 at 7.30pm Hadassah Art Gallery Merkaz Hamagshimim Hadassah 7A Dor Dor VeDorshav St, German Colony Jerusalem For more information, call 02-6722405*110 www.themerkaz.Org

    Art Exhibit – NY
    New York Feb 24 – March 17 – Art Exhibit of – and Exhibit info: http://www.art.net/TheGallery/Vision/MarchExhibition.html
    Lectures: http://www.art.net/TheGallery/Vision/dov4.html
    Abstract illusionist works: http://www.art.net/TheGallery/Vision/AbstractIllusionist.html
    Popular Jewish Symbols: http://www.art.net/TheGallery/Vision/yael2g.htm
    Utopian Visions http://www.art.net/TheGallery/Vision/yael2h.html
    Landscapes of Jerusalem including a view of the Second Temple, the former Holy Land model by her father, Michael Avi-Yonah, now in the Israel museum.
    http://www.art.net/TheGallery/Vision/yael2d1.htm
    Anaglyphic art: http://www.art.net/TheGallery/Vision/yael2f.html
    Politically oriented works: http://www.art.net/TheGallery/Vision/dov2x.html
    Main Site Menu: http://www.art.net/TheGallery/Vision/

    NY March 4 – Meet the Artist! "Love, Art, and Coffee" 7-9pm
    As part of an ongoing effort to display the works of local artists and from around the world, Caffe Mocias is proud to announce the next installment of this program: The Art of Bella Tonini
    This art will be on display at Caffe Mocias from March 4, 2010 for a period of six weeks. We will be celebrating the launch of this exhibition with a "Meet the Artist" event, which affords the opportunity to meet the person behind the work and discuss her style, inspiration, philosophy or whatever comes to mind. SEE BELOW – Art Exhbits, Bella Tonini, for more info. Or see
    http://community.ovationtv.com/groovybella, http://www.etsy.com/shop/ModestGroove

    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    Original Jewish Women’s Musical Created-Performed at Emunah College
    ‘The Birth of the World' Musical at Emunah College in Jerusalem by Rachel Sylvetsky http://www.israelnationalnews.com/News/News.aspx/136178 (IsraelNN.com) An original musical play for women only was performed this week to sold-out audiences at the Emunah College of Arts and Technology in Jerusalem . Called “Today is the Birth of the World,” an expression taken from the prayers recited on the Jewish New Year, Rosh HaShanah, the musical takes place in the obstetrics ward of a hospital whose patients are mainly observant women.

    Ariel Elisha Song Archive Available
    Hi. I am Releasing my full 61 Song archive Free Download. Released and Unreleased Music. Unconditionally Free. Click on this link: http://www.reverbnation.com/tunepak/2404322

    FEBRUARY 2010

    JERSUALEM: Tues Feb 2 – 10AM! – Voice Workshop with Devorah Gila Berkowitz!
    Have you always dreamed of singing lessons? Here's a chance to have fun singing while learning techniques to enhance your voice. Learn how access the power behind your voice, experiencing no strain! TUESDAY, FEB. 2 @ 10:00am OU CENTER, KEREN HAYESOD 25 NIS. Space is limited. To register, contact Devora Gila Berkowitz, devoragila@gmail.com Tel. 02-993-1639. TRY A FREE 30-MINUTE LESSON OVER THE PHONE, SKYPE OR GOOGLETALK!! Devora Gila Berkowitz Tel. 02-993-1639, Skype: devora.gila.berkowitz

    NY Thurs Feb 4 – YISHAI FREEDMAN’s NEW WORK – Anna Deavere Smith play at Workmen’s Circle – 8pm
    Fires In The Mirror: Crown Heights, Brooklyn and Other Identities: A play by Anna Deavere Smith, Performed by Amber Godfrey* Directed by Jesse Freedman. A special production of Fires in the Mirror, for Jewish communities and communities of color who share space. Anne Deavere Smith’s documentary play explores the meaning and politics of identity through the conflict between Hassidic Jews and African Americans after the 1991 Crown Heights riots. *Member of Actors Equity Association. Thursday February 4th at 8pm Saturday February 6th at 8pm. New Yiddish Repertory Theater at The Workmen’s Circle / Arbeter Ring 45 East 33rd Street New York, NY 10016 Suggested donation: $15 Contact New Yiddish rep for reservations 917 670-1631 http://newyiddishrep.org/ReservationsFITM.html

    Philadelphia Thurs Feb 4 – Art Opening with Jewish Art Salon Members – Exhibit Feb 4-27
    My painting ”Star Amulet” is in the Philadelphia exhibit TRANSCENDING HISTORY: Moving Beyond the Legacy of Slavery and The Holocaust. Works by five other Jewish Art Salon members will be on view as well. Transcending History, organized by the Idea Coalition, will feature the works of over 30 Black and Jewish artists from around the country. Works shown will reflect upon Slavery and the Holocaust, and the effects that these events have had on the two communities. Opening Thursday, February 4, 6—9PM. Vivant Art Collection. 60 N. 2nd Street / Gallery Row, Philadelphia, PA Tel: 215.922.6584. February 4th till February 27th. Hours: Thursday - Saturday: 12pm - 6pm. Sun - Wed: By Chance/Appointments. http://ideaarts.org. About “Star Amulet”: A Star of David, often yellow-colored, was used by the Nazis during the Holocaust as a method of identifying Jews. My amulet painting’s main purpose is to counter-balance the Nazi badge and to ward off evil, and as such should be viewed as an instrument of empowerment. The metal chain echoes concentration camps’ fences.

    NY – Feb 6 – Fires in the Mirror: A Play by Anna Deavere Smith, directed by Yishai Freedman
    Performed by Equity Actor Amber Godfrey. Anne Deavere Smith’s documentary play explores the meaning and politics of identity through the conflict between Hassidic Jews and African Americans after the 1991 Crown Heights riots. 8pm, NYR Theater at the Workmen’s Circle, 45 E 33rd st. 917-670-1631.

    NJ – Feb 6 – Open Mic for women! Girl’s Night On in Teaneck!
    The show everyone's talking about is coming back to Teaneck ...Girls' Night On! An open mike night for women, by women. Saturday night, February 6th, 8 PM. Doors open at 7:30. Act, sing, dance, play, read, joke, filibuster or come watch. Each performer gets 5 minutes of stage time. Ma'ayanot High School, 1650 Palisade Avenue , Teaneck . Admission: $15, Students $10. Performers receive $5 off admission. Presented by the Ma'ayanot Parent Council. Hosted by Nummy Kimmel. For more info or to sign up, contact Nummy atnummy@girlsnighton.com. Sorry guys, this event is only open to those with two X chromosomes.

    NY – Feb 7 – Support Torah & Arts Seminary for Women – New Book/Lecture by Rebbetzin Chana Bracha Siegelbaum
    FUNDRAISING DINNER & LECTURE TO SUPPORT BEROT BAT AYIN, a women’s seminary in the Judean Hills that encourages creative expression as well as Torah learning for women. Rebbtezin Chana Bracha, who recently authored the most cutting edge commentary published in our generation – the first WOMEN’s PARSHA COMMENTARY – “Women at the Crossroads: A Woman’s Perspective on the Weekly Torah Portion” Rebbetzin Chana Bracha is a pioneer in women’s Torah education as well as providing creative development and outlets within a Torah framework. Fundraising Dinner will take place this coming SUNDAY NIGHT at 6:15pm – at the home of Leon & Karen Sutton, 194 Riverside Drive, Apt #2D, between 91st & 92nd Street, New York, NY 10025, Phone: 212 460 8509. Benefit Dinner 6.15pm - 7.45pm Minimum Donation $100 ($30 non-deductable) Please RSVP by noon, Thur Feb 4. Free Shuir Open to All, 7.45pm to 9:00pm, Mothers of Connection: Repairing the Schism Between the Children of Rachel and Leah With Rebbetzin Chana Bracha Siegelbaum Followed by creative exploration until 9.30pm. No RSVP requested - Donations Accepted! Enjoy refreshing, inspirational insights into Jewish femininity based on her new book Women at the Crossroads: A Woman’s Perspective on the Weekly Torah Portion. “The author has spent many years teaching her unique and inspired classes, touching both hearts and minds. She has now given the reading public this rare combination in a lucid, readable form that will no doubt benefit many women” – Rebbetzin Tzipora Heller. “As a recognized authority in the field of Jewish women’s education, Rebbetzin Siegelbaum’s Torah commentary overflows with emunah, love of her fellow Jew, and love of our holy Land of Israel.” – Rabbi Eliezer Raphael (Lazar) Brody. Contact Judy Josephs 212-460-8509, jbjosephs@gmail.com. Midreshet B’erot Bat Ayin: Holistic Torah Study for Women. More information: info@berotbatayin.org (02) 993-4945, www.berotbatayin.org. The evening has been dedicated to the memory of Nishmat Eliyahu ben Zvi z"l.

    BKLYN – Feb 7 – 8pm NEW ORIGINAL MUSICAL by Naomi Sebbag!
    Outclassed! A NEW ORIGINAL MUSICAL about the drama of being in high school – a COMEDY! Written and Directed by rising talent Naomi Sebbag of Montreal! Show performed ONE NIGHT ONLY at Public School 240, the corner of Nostrand Ave and Ave K in Brooklyn . Tickets $15, $18, $25, Patron: $30. Sunday night, February 7, 8pm.

    JERUSALEM, Feb 8-9 – NEW ORIGINAL MUSICAL! Treasure Hunt
    Treasure Hunt – a Dramedy, Written and Directed by Rebbitzen Devorah Green. A story of 2 sisters living in Amsterdam who play an innocent game of treasure hunt at home and find a note from a thief that leads them to a real life game of Treasure Hunt for jewels, money, family and ultimately ...the Truth. Performing at the Jerusalem Theater February 8th and 9th at the Rebecca Crown Auditorium. Featuring dances by Rochel Factor and Shoshi Broide. Tickets are: 70nis, 80nis and 100 nis . To order please call: 02-627-2623 All proceeds go to tzadaka- a portion of your ticket may be used as maiser! For women only!

    Feb 9 & Feb 11 – SEE CLASSES: Writing Class with Ruchama King Feuerman begins

    Woodmere – Feb 13 – ART SALE – YOCHANA CHAVA POLLACK from JERUSALEM
    Yochana Chava Pollack – Art Sale & Melave Malka – Art Sale, Makeup Sale, Handmade hats and Hoola Hoops sale and more. 7:30-10:30pm, 11 Neptune Ave, next door to CVS, Woodmere, NY, Yochana Chava Artwork! Less than 1/3 off gallery prices in Jerusalem. Excellent wedding presents, housewarming, baby gifts, or beauty and inspiration for your own walls. Bracha Lourie – talented makeup artist is giving FREE MAKEOVERS (and explanation of how to put on Shabbos makeup!) and selling her special line of Bare Minerals all natural makeup for Shabbos and every day. Yochi Rindenow is selling her handmade hats and her famous hoola hoops!

    NY – Feb 13 – New Artist Exhibit & Gallery Event! Elke Reva Sudin
    http://www.elkerevasudin.com Hipsters and Hassids gallery event to be held 8pm Feb 13th, 2010 in Midtown Manhattan. New large works on canvas, live performances, and free drinks, Event Site: http://hipstersandhassids.wordpress.com NYR Studios presents “Hipsters and Hassids,” a one-night exhibition and gallery party featuring a new painting series by Elke Reva Sudin. This event is open to the public, and gallery visitors will enjoy live performances, celebrity guests, and surprises throughout the evening. Time: 8:00PM to 2:00AM Location: Workman’s Circle Building , 45 E.33rd St. between Park and Madison Avenues, New York , NY 10016 “Hipsters and Hassids” celebrates two diverse cultural groups who maintain an uneasy coexistence in the creatively charged neighborhood of Williamsburg , Brooklyn . Sudin paints portraits and urban landscapes to reflect the similarities these groups have despite their conflicting values and lifestyles. Sudin is an observant Jew and young artist who was rigorously schooled in traditional illustration techniques and creates paintings that are influenced by emerging trends in graphic novels, graffiti and the street art of Brooklyn . More information about the artist Elke Reva Sudin: http://hipstersandhassids.blogspot.com

    BKLYN – Feb 14 – LAST YOCHANA CHAVA SALE in the US – 10:30am-1pm
    LAST YCP ART SALE IN THE US – 10:30am – 1pm – YOCHANA CHAVA ORIGINAL ARTWORK. Dershowitz home, corner of Quentin & 34th St, Brooklyn NY. Meet Yochana Chava and purchase her uplifting work before she returns to Jerusalem.

    Cleveland – Feb 15 – ROSH CHODESH ADAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! BLESSINGS – By Yocheved Polonsky
    Creative Learning Institute of Dance presents BLESSINGS. Local women artists join together to bring you an evening to be inspired with Song and Dance. Yocheved Polonsky of CLI, Sydney Harris, Alla Vincour & Yardecna Daon Join Koleinu Toronto, Acapella Mizrahi Mayhem, Rivka Orah and More. Dance Performance for Women by Women. Rosh Chodesh Adar – Monday, February 15, 2010. 7:30pm, Doors open at 7pm. One Cleveland Place – 1375 East 9th Street, corner of St. Clair. Concert Tickets: Adults $15, Students $10. Patrons $50, Sponsors $100. For ticket reservations call: 216-381-7628. Tickets are available at Frank’s Hebrew Bookstore & Jacob’s Judaic. Parking Garage on St. Clair with attached first floor walkway into lobby. Hostesses: Devorah Alevsky, Shaindel Chaiken, Julie Diamond, Kim Farkas, Barrie Feld, Batsheva Frankel, Connie Friedman, Milana Gofman, Frankie Goldberg, Shana Goldberg, Edna Jaffa, Chany Klein, Ruchie Koval, Penina Lipton, Chaya Nadoff, Harriet Piccione, Frumie Pollack, Sheilah Schiff, Dara Unterberg, Lillian Wiesberg. Partnering Organizations: Jewish Family & Children Services, Aish Cleveland, The Stanley & Esther Waxman Community Mikveh, Chabad House Women. This event is brought to you by Creative Learning Institute of Dance: A Judaic Dance Arts program offering classes and workshops for women and girls: Ballet—Jazz—Pilates—Cardio Fusion—Hiphop—Creative Dance—Special Breakdancing for Boys. See Full Schedule at our website: www.cliinstitute.com or call Yocheved Polonsky at 216-224-6719.

    UK – Feb 16 – Spotlight Singing Showcase 2010! London, England – 6:45pm
    Spotlight invited you to "Spotlight Singing Pupils Showcase 2010" on Tuesday, February 16 at 6:45pm. Spotlight Singing is proud to present the 'Pupils' Showcase' 2010, which allows all private singing pupils and choirs to show YOU what they have been working toward during the classes. In addition to many past and present pupils performances, this years show will be featuring the amazing vocal harmony group 'Kol Sheva' who sang in last years show and have performed in Southend, Southgate, London's Showcase and other ladies talent shows and events! Come and join us for this evening that celebrating talent in a fun and relaxing atmosphere, the perfect opportunity to simly enjoy music! WHEN: 16th Feb. 2010 WHERE: Borehamwood and Elstree United Shul, Croxdale Road, WD6 4QF. Doors open at 6:45 and show starts at 7pm prompt (so please try and be on time!) Entrance fee will be £6 only (to be paid at the door), including some light refreshments in the interval! If you do intend to come please reply to the email so we have an idea of numbers. If you have any questions don't hesitate to contact me on abigail.spotlightsinging@hotmail.co.uk or call 07952 564 003

    5 towns Feb 20 WOODMERE 11 Neptune Ave YOCHANA CHAVA ART
    Get the last of Yochana Chava Pollack Artwork in NY before she returns to Jerusalem, available tonight! 11 Neptune Ave. Call 516-285-1188

    Bklyn – Feb 20-21 – Ramat Beit Shemesh’s Happily Eva After in NY! 3 performances only!
    For the first time ever, direct from Israel, the musical comedy "Happily Eva After" is coming to Brooklyn for only three performances. You've seen their DVD's: Miri Pops In, Oliver! with a Twist, The Gift of Music, We Got Annie, and the Wizdom of Oz. Now see them perform live on stage at the Atlantic Millenium Hall in Brooklyn at 1029 Brighton Beach Avenue, near the B and Q Trains. Valet parking will be available. Transportation will be available from Lakewood, Williamsburgh, Boro Park, Monsey, and Monroe. Tickets are available through Mostly Music in Boro Park and other outlets. For ticket and bus information call (917) 676 5760. Performances will be held Motzai Shabbos February 20 at 8:30 and Sunday February 21 at 2:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. The shows benefit Rachel's Place, a home for runaway and homeless girls. www.rachelsplaceshelter.com

    Jerusalem – Feb 23 "After Eden - Bibliodrama + Performance" 7:45pm.
    "AFTER EDEN": The first family conflict. BIBLIODRAMA PLUS SOLO PERFORMANCE ON THE CAIN AND ABEL STORY with Yael Unterman. WHAT IS IT? Two parts: 1) Bibliodrama = surprising and amazing group role-playing technique that throws us straight into the heart of the text. Participation voluntary. Followed by 2) Solo performance in rhyme of five characters from the story. After Eden has appeared in the UK, US, Canada and Israel and on the radio. See http://www.yaelunterman.com/aftereden.html for more. This event in conjunction with Nava Tehilahttp://www.navatehila.org Language: English. Tix: 40 shekels or whatever you can afford. 7:45pm - 10:15pm. Location: Nava Tehila @ Nature Museum, HaMaggid 6 (next to parking lot), German Colony, Jerusalem

    NY Feb 23 - Open Mic & Ike for Adar! 7-10pm
    Women's only concert & Open Mic, Plus performance of New Jersey's SHAINDEL ANTELIS and Music Jam with Brooklyn's CHANIE DAVIS!! Performances by Lori Leifer and Others! $15 entrance, $10 students, $5 off for performers or for Costume!! (you can test out your ideas here...) 45 East 33rd St, Manhattan btw Park & Mad. to sign up in advance: ampmayil at gmail

    YONA VERWER & Members of the Jewish Art Salon – Transcending History: Beyond Slavery & Holocaust
    TRANSCENDING HISTORY: Moving Beyond the Legacy of Slavery and The Holocaust. Works by six Jewish Art Salon members. Transcending History, organized by the Idea Coalition, will feature the works of over 30 Black and Jewish artists from around the country. Works shown will reflect upon Slavery and the Holocaust, and the effects that these events have had on the two communities. Opening Thursday, February 4, 6—9PM. Vivant Art Collection. 60 N. 2nd Street / Gallery Row, Philadelphia, PA Tel: 215.922.6584. February 4th till February 27th. Hours: Thursday - Saturday: 12pm - 6pm. Sun - Wed: By Chance/Appointments. http://ideaarts.org. About “Star Amulet”: A Star of David, often yellow-colored, was used by the Nazis during the Holocaust as a method of identifying Jews. My amulet painting’s main purpose is to counter-balance the Nazi badge and to ward off evil, and as such should be viewed as an instrument of empowerment. The metal chain echoes concentration camps’ fences.

    WINTER Term 2010 CLASSES & Announcements

    NEW CLASS – Modern Dance & Jazz-Hip Hop for Women – East 33rd St btw Park & Madison SUNDAYS
    Women’s Only Dance classes in New York City – Pilot Season – 4 classes only! February 21 – March 21 – Sundays from 4-6pm. Modern Dance: 4-5pm, Jazz-Hip Hop: 5-6pm – open to high school / college / adult women. $12 / class, $40 for full month pass, $65 for double class. Space is limited – sign up early through ampmayil@gmail.com. Located at NYR Studios at the Workmen’s Circle, 45 East 33rd St, between Park & Madison, north side of 33rd closer to Park, Studio 601. Walk-ins welcome. FIRST CLASSES SUNDAY FEBRUARY 21, 4pm, 5pm

    Brooklyn: New Adult Women's Tap/Jazz Workshop! FEBRUARY!
    First Series: February 1st - February 22nd Mondays 8-10 p.m. Beginners Welcome!!! Taught by professional tap/jazz dancer, Shelby Kaufman, director and choreographer of the Mazel Toes Tap Company. For more detailed information, visit our website at http://www.facebook.com/l/476ba;www.bklynjewishdance.com or contact Rivka at the studio. 718-513-6257 bklynjewishdance at aol

    Monsey: Dance – Jazz Funk for Women! FEBRUARY
    Jazz Funk Dance Class New Session Beginning Monday Night January 25th until Monday February 22nd From 8:00PM to 9:00PM Full Session $50.00 Walk-Ins $15.00 Per Class Cash or Check Tell a Friend, Please respond to Karyn Friedman ASAP To Reserve a Space or to Let Me Know If You’ll Be Coming 845-354-2927, Private Classes Also Available Before Your Next Simcha

    New Writing Class Series with Ruchama Feuerman! SERIES BEGIN FEB 9 & FEB 11
    The writing workshops are geared to all levels, both new and returning students. Covering personal essay, fiction, memoir. You will learn how to: create 3D lovable/hateable characters (yes, that is the correct spelling)write fresh, believable dialogue and how to insert appropriate “beats”hook a reader from the first sentenceuse setting dynamicallytweak, hone and revise a story without editing the life out of it experiment with endings to arrive at the best one for your storycompel the reader to turn the pagediscover your talent and the poignant, humorous, rich material withinsubmit a story to editors Phone class begins: Thursday, February 11th at 10:00 a.m. EST $400 Teaneck class begins: Tuesday, February 9th at 9:45 a.m. $400 People experience dramatic leaps in their writing through this workshop. Many get published shortly afterward. All discover their voices. Cost for each class: $400 To hear my three-minute audio about the writing workshops, go to my Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/rkf18 I’ve been calling the workshops “Kishkes and Craft.”

    NJ Spring Semester for Black Box Studios Performing Arts Classes FEBRUARY
    Black Box Studios' Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday workshops in drama and musical theater are offered for all ages (4 to adult) and alll levels of experience (beginners to professionals) . Location is The Jewish Center of Teaneck, 70 Sterling Place off Cedar Lane /near Teaneck Road . Most workshops culminate in shows open to the public. Registration is now open for the Winter/Spring 2010 session, which begins during the week of February 1st. For details and a form, please respond to this email or call Matt Okin at (201) 567-6664. Info on Facebook at Black Box Studios.

    PASSAIC & MONSEY Contemporary/Funk Jazz Dance Workshop for Teenage Girls
    Xpressions! Contemporary/Funk Jazz Dance Workshop!!! Xpressions! Contemporary/Funk Jazz Dance Workshop!!! Starting our second semester in the beginning of February, a creative arts dance program for teens through adults will now be offered in two locations! Lifeplex in Monsey , NY , and at the Y in Passaic , NJ ! This class focuses on funk Jazz and Contemporary dance technique with a strong emphasis on challenging students to use their own acting ability in order to interpret music and express emotion. Emphasis will be placed on connecting student's movements and emotions, in an attempt to show the meaning of the music. The dancing emphasized here is taught in a very passionate and dramatic style where students will learn how to relate stories through every movement made. This is a 12 week exclusive program, spots are limited, and students will need to commit to a full semester. This is NOT a drop in class. Classes begin the first week in February. The class will be held Monday and Wednesday evenings from 8:00-9:30. For further information, to register, or to just visit one of our ongoing classes, please contact 845-323-9557

    MONSEY Weekly hip hop class for teenage girls
    Hip-hop class for teenagers in Monsey at Lifeplex studio! Contact dancexpression10@gmail.com or the facebook group "dancexpression" to register.

    UK – Vocal Lessons with Spotlight Singing
    The new term of Spoltight Singing choirs and private lessons is starting next week! If you are interested in trying anything out then please be in touch with me on abigail.spotlightsinging@hotmail.co.uk or call 07952 564 003. Thanks, Abigail

    JERUSALEM Guitar Classes for Women
    Expert teacher and songwriter in Jerusalem: Michal Yardeni, Guitar Teacher for Girls and Women: Private and/or group lessons all levels. Available to coach you with composition and musical arrangement. Experienced in teaching at schools and privately. Competitive rates. Plus I can help you get gigs for women only events! 054-834-7550 musicbymichal at gmail

    ISRAEL Jan 27 Photography Course
    The Photography Course in English will now begin from January 27 - March 17. (once a week, on Wednesdays at 19:00 + 4 hands on outings. For registration and more information contact Dal - daliush411 at gmail. com, 054-692-7008

    Jerusalem – Art Classes
    Focus you eyes on bowls of fruit or pitchers of water with teacups every Sunday night and translate that view to art using paper and pencil or paint and canvas. Ben Simon, an exhibiting artist and teacher with a university degree in fine art and art history is looking for art students at all levels, beginner, intemediate and advanced to join a class in making art not just illustration. Students will learn mastery of skills in classical representation as well as modern composition and theory. Bring either drawing supplies, pencil and paper or paint supplies. Drawing boards and easels are provided. Classes are held at the Beit Yehudit, formerly known as the ICCC at 12 Emek Refaim, Sundays 8:30pm- 11:30pm. Cost for each session is NIS 125. Please contact Ben at 0545-216-279.

    Boston: PIANO LESSONS
    Highly experienced and accomplished piano instructor, internationally acclaimed concert performer. Unique and successful methods of work with students of all levels and all ages. Development of piano skills, technique and coordination, all elements of musical language, theory, harmony, music history, all styles of music. Free consultation. Please call: 617-566-7969

    Announcements-Services

    CALLING FEMALE MUSICIANS IN NEW YORK – Openings in NEW BAND:
    Original Music Band – BROOKLYN seeking musicians of any sort – drums, bass guitar, violin, mandolin, flute – any instrument – for jam sessions and possible performances – Chanie: 917-968-5552

    NEW WEBSITE! SHOSHANA AVERBACH, Music Therapist www.healingnotes.com

    NEW WEBSITE! LEAH SIGAL, Songwriter www.leahsigal.com

    NEW SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS! Pre-school & Hebrew School
    Brand New in Brookline – Hebrew School of the Arts! “Inspiring Judaism through the universal language of the arts” Welcome to Hebrew School of the Arts, an exciting and innovative educational program. Our School has a particular focus on educating children through art, song, dance and drama, enabling children to experience the ideas and ideals which their taught in a tangible and artistic manner. We will feature Aleph Bet Champ based on the martial arts motivational philosophy of color coded levels and testing, the Aleph Champion Program provides motivation and inspiration for Hebrew School students around the world. Synagogue membership not required. Affiliated and non-afilliated are welcome. Register before June 1st and receive $100 off. Refer a friend and receive 10%off. Register now for Sept 2011 For more info: www.getchai.com/hebrewschool. Phone: 617-278-2424. Address 105 St. Paul Street Brookline Ma 02446

    NEW CD & BLOG!! TZIONA ACHISHENA
    Tziona Achishena, new CD, blog and music video! Tziona Achishena is a singer and composer living in a small yishuv in the north of Israel , but creating original Jewish music to uplift all women. She has just released a new CD "Relax and Know" of healing and relaxing music. This disc is great for soothing babies and mothers, and for healing treatments and movement. You can order and hear a sample at www.koltziona.com (CDs for sale page) Hear the title track from her upcoming CD "Sister Heart" in English! www.koltziona.com and check out her new blog http://tzionaachishena@blogspot.com

    AWARD! Out of the Fog, Feature Film by Maya Batash
    In addition to winning Best Feature Film Award in the International Film Festival Thailand, Out of the Fog picked up BEST FIRST FILM nom at The Heart of England International Film Festival!!!" http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1326957/ In addition, Out of the Fog will be appearing, along with Catherine Zeta Jones and Twilight, the New Moon's Michael Sheene at The Swansea Bay Film Festival 2010!!!

    Schedule a Creative Retreat for Women
    Ladies' Day Retreats in Israel include exercise with professional trainer, live concerts and cooking workshops plus Torah lectures. Contact us and we can bring the whole package to you to enjoy with friends and daughters!!! We will travel to you. Call and make the program fit you! 02 652 2706, chanatovasokol2000 at yahoo

    JANUARY 2010

    JERUSALEM: Motza’Sh Jan 23 – Nava Tsiporah Verhoven – Chassidic & Indian Music
    Concert this Motsei Shabbat, 8.00 PM at Helaine's , Rechov Ein Gedi 7/3, call 054 - 3049893 (me) or 077 - 9613714 / 054 - 3033411 (Helaine) for details and reservation.

    BROOKLYN Motza”Sh Jan 23 – Theater, Film, Concert Fundraiser for YESHA
    Original Theater, Documentary Film & Music Concert – to support families in Israel! Come see original theater based on true stories of women and families who lived through the first Disengagement, as well as a Documentary Film about the current situation in YESHA regarding the building freeze. Followed by inspiring music concert by CHANALE FELLIG! Only $12 for Students! Motzei-Shabbat Jan23, Doors 8:15pm, Beis Rivka 470 Lefferts Ave @ Brooklyn Ave. Event only $12. Concert only 9.45pm $15. Full Evening $18. Reserved seating $36. Donations $75+ Front rows, backstage pass, handmade pottery gift. ALL PROCEEDS to support families in Israel – maasar may be used. To-stop-another-disenengagement…Engage! Tickets: www.shomronjan23.eventbrite.com 718-774-0914 or available at Judaica World. For women only.

    BROOKLYN – Every Motzei Shabbat – Open Mic for men, entertainment for all
    A Place to be in Brooklyn every "Motzo Shabbos "Be heard" sing, jam, relax and watch the show. Meet new people and make new friends in a good atmosphere of music. We heard great new talent and lovely poetry reading from young inspiring people. New bands and performances coming up soon. (check out photos) YUDEFY "Be in the Loop" With a warm feeling of togetherness, we would love to have you and your instruments, rain or shine with the stars to guide... Entrance $10. "Toby Miller and Chalav Udvash Live" January 23. Capital Hall 550 Ocean Pkwy (between Ditmas and 18th Ave.) Brooklyn, NY 11218, 347-535-5569

    UK– Sun-Tues Jan 24-26 – NEW ORIGINAL MUSICAL!
    “Spellbound!” A New Original Musical! PACE brought you My Fair Sadie – This year… SPELLBOUND! A Superb musical by Henye Meyer & Abbie Lynn. Professionally produced with an All-Star Cast.. Sunday Jan 24. Mon Jan 25, Tues Jan 26. At the Dancehouse Theater, City Centre, 10 Oxford Rd Manchester M1 5QA. Doors open: 7pm, Performance 7:45pm prompt. Tickets 7.50, 10, 15 (pounds). Advance bookings only. No tickets sold at the door. Show tickets and Coach Tickets ONLY available from: Broughton Park : Baron 7923102, 5 Ashbourne Grove, Prestwich: Hyman 798-6861, 5 Hereford Dr. Only 1pm-10:30pm. For Ladies and Girls 12+.

    NY Sun Jan 24 Interactive Event at YU Museum
    IN THE BEGINNING: ARTISTS RESPOND TO GENESIS exhibit with MIERLE LADERMAN UKELES. Y.U. Museum, 15 West 16th Street, NY, NY. Till Febr 28, 2010. November 22, 2009 - February 28, 2010 ??In the Beginning re-imagines the first chapter of Genesis through a series of commissioned works by dynamic and internationally acclaimed contemporary artists including: Alan Berliner, Mierle Laderman Ukeles, Matthew Ritchie, Ben Rubin, and Shirley Shor. Featuring diverse conceptual approaches and artistic practices, the artists challenge viewers to consider various ideas about the origins of our universe and our beginnings. The exhibition In the Beginning: Artists Respond to Genesis was organized by the Contemporary Jewish Museum, San Francisco, and has been adapted by the Yeshiva University Museum for this presentation. January 24: A Day of Transfer and Exchange with Mierle Laderman Ukeles

    JERUSALEM: Mon Jan 25, 8pm – Ron Shulamit Conservatory Concert!
    Alexandra Baruch - piano, will be giving a concert on Monday Jan 25th, 8 p.m. Ibn Danon 30 Har Nof. Program: Shubert, Chopin, Ravil and more. for more information call- 6528531

    JERUSALEM Tuesday Jan 26 – Raise Your Spirits Musical @ the Jerusalem Theater!
    “In Search of Courage” – Returns! Original Raise Your Spirits Musical – Tues night only! A young woman comes to Israel to study for a year, survives a terror attack in Jerusalem, is taken on a journey back through time to meet memorable women and men of the Tanach who teach her the meaning of real courage, and in the process, she learns that she is already home. This is the theme of the Raise Your Spirits dramatized musical revue, In Search of Courage, that will be performed on January 26th, in the Jerusalem Theater, before almost a thousand young women who are studying in Jerusalem for the year at various seminaries. Directed by Toby Klein Greenwald, board member and journal editor of ATARA.

    NEW JERSEY Tues Jan 26 – TIME OF MY LIFE Documentary by S.E. Gershan, zt”l
    The New Jersey premiere of Simcha Esther zt"l's film: Time of my Life - A journey of Hope and Faith. More info about the film at www.timeofmylife.us. TUESDAY , January 26th, 7:00 PM at the Clifton JCC (aka the Y.) One show only. 199 Scoles Avenue, Clifton, NJ 07012. More info to follow about ticket sales. Please help to promote the event.

    NY, Tues Jan 26 – Jessica Schechter Live at Carolines – Stand Up Comedy
    Comedy class from NYU is having a show at Carolines and I will be performing! It should be a really fun night out and I hope you can join in the laughs! Carolines on Broadway at 7:00 p.m. There is an 11 dollar cover and a 2 drink minimum. Please bring friends as we want to pack the house!!!

    FALL 2009

    OVERVIEW
    Events October-November
    Classes Starting This Week!
    Auditions & Jobs
    Announcements
    Films

    HIGHLIGHTS

  • Oct 22 Simcha Esther’s Time of My Life
  • Oct 25-Nov London Showcase, Dance Premiere, New Musicals, Film Screening, Comedance!
  • Nov 20-23 Women’s Weekend in the Arts
  • Classes Beginning Oct 18
  • Auditions and Jobs – Immediate Calls & Openings

    • UPCOMING EVENTS, October-November

    Healing Concert for Women – Indian Classical Music, Oct 19, 8pm
    Healing concert for women only, Navah Sarah Tsiporah Verhoeven. Singing and tanpura, inspired by Indian Classical music and Chassidut. Monday evening Oct. 19. 2 Rabbi Aryeh Levine, app.1, Jerusalem, Nachla'ot. Concert starts at 8.00 PM, ends around 9.30 - 10 PM. Suggested donation: 25 NIS info, directions and reservation (not obligated): 02 - 622 3872

    WORLD PREMIERE
    Time of My Life – The Story of Simcha Esther Gershan z”tl – Thursday night, Oct 22. 7:30pm
    Simcha Esther fought a noble battle with lung cancer that took her life this Yom Kippur at Neila. Her film, created during the last year of her life, will be premiered Thursday, October 22, 2009 @ Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway, at West 95th St. NY 10025. 7:00pm Doors Open - 7:30pm Screening. 9:00pm Dessert Reception, Aish HaTorah, 313 W.83rd St General $36, VIP $72. To purchase tickets, contact the Symphony Space box office at 212-864-5400 or go to www.symphonyspace.org. In her first documentary film, Time of My Life, Simcha Esther (Shari) Gershan z”tl, shares her very personal story of hope, healing and spirit in the face of life threatening illness. Diagnosed with Stage 4 Lung Cancer, Simcha Ether, a vivacious mother of 4 young children, embarks on a relentless quest to heal her life. Her story takes us on a rich and rewarding journey from the depths of despair to the heights of joy. Inspiring thousands worldwide to join her odyssey through an online journal, she discovers a profound relationship with herself, humanity and G-d. Set in the world of Orthodox Judaism, and against the backdrop of the NY Metro area, the feature length documentary captures the journey as Simcha Esther transforms her life as a cancer patient through humor, creativity and insight. Her raw authenticity and joie de vivre inspires thousands to join her as she navigates the physical, emotional and spiritual pathways to G-d, growth and healing. In a world thirsting for hope, inspiration and spiritual connection, this film highlights the courageous story of one woman and her lifeline to Heaven. Anyone whose life is touched by cancer or any serious challenge will be uplifted and inspired by her story. http://www.timeofmylife.us/premier.asp

    A Light for Greytowers a Groundbreaker in the Ashkelon Jewish Eye Film Festival! Oct 25-26
    A Light for Greytowers, the first feature length musical film made for women and girls only, will be making its Israeli premiere at the Jewish Eye World Jewish Film Festival in Ashkelon at noon October 25 and 26! Filmmaker Robin Garbose is planning to attend, along with actresses Rivka Siegel and Nili Gross. The festival will take place at the cinematheque of the International Conference Center of the Ashkelon Academic College, which has allowed the Jewish Eye to use its luxurious halls and state-of-the-art cinema equipment. http://www.jewisheye.org.il/en.html

    London Showcase 2009! Sunday Oct 25 – 3:15, 7:30pm
    Tickets now on sale for what is set to be the best SHOWCASE yet! Featuring comedienne Marion Hermes, and direct from Israel Caroline Pakter, nee Cohen, along with brand new show-stopping acts! Sunday 25th October @ The Logan Hall, Bedford Way, WC1H 0AL. Matinee 3.15pm. Ticket Prices: £7.50, £12.50, £17.50, £22.50. All children under 10 years recieve £5 discount off any seat. Group discounts available. Call: 07816 975969. Evening 7.30pm Ticket Prices: £10, £15, £20, £25. Age 12+ only. Group discounts available. Call: 07824 611641. We look forward to seeing you there!

    WORLD PREMIERE
    “Dancing Through The Torah” by Orcha Dance Theatre, Sunday Oct 25 in NY, 7pm
    Orcha Dance Theatre presents the world premier of “Dancing Through The Torah, Part I: Mishkan to Moshe,” a 90-minute journey presents each weekly Torah portion and major Jewish holiday from March to September. Artistic director Gabrielle Orcha has created one to three minute dance pieces for each of the 36 “parshiot” and six holidays. Orcha received a generous grant from Boston University’s Jewish Cultural Endowment; in May 2010 the project will be danced in its entirety when the remaining portions of the Torah and holidays—October to February—will be performed, along with Part I. With a BFA in Theatre and Dance from B.U. and a merit award recipient in Choreography/Dance from the National Foundation for the Advancement in the Arts, she also choreographed the American premier of play by Nobel Laureate Elie Wiesel. Dancing Through the Torah plays in Boston Thurs Oct. 15th – Sun. Oct. 18th: Boston University, 808 Commonwealth Ave.; Thurs & Sun 7pm, Sat 8pm, Sun 2pm. – And in New York: Sun. Oct. 25th at 7pm, The Actors’ Temple, 339 W 47th St., between 8th & 9th Ave, NYC. *Talkback after all 2pm performances. For more information go to http://DancingThroughTheTorah.blogspot.com/ For ticket reservation call: 512-632-4869. For more information, Gabrielle Orcha (781)-632-0783.

    A New Musical – Workshop/Reading “Being Me” – Sun Nov 1, 6pm
    Staged reading of a new script about women in the orthodox community. See the growth and the conflicts faced by women contemplating career, being single, and expressing themselves creatively within the Torah community. Written & Compiled by ML Droz and Naomi Sebbag. Featuring Chaya Sara Stark, Naomi Sebbag, ML Droz and others. $10. Shetler Studios, 244 West 54th St Manhattan, betw Bway & 8th Ave., 12th floor. Take any train to 59th or 50th. For women only. Tickets available online at http://beingme.eventbrite.com or at the door. Limited seating – reserve online.

    Meet the Cast House on Riverside – Passaic, NJ! Sun, Nov 8, 7:30pm
    For a movie filmed exclusively in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Passaic, NJ with local actresses – Meet the cast and hear a live performance of original songs from the movie! The House on Riverside brings your own community to you in a moving and inspirational drama. During the Great Depression, the Friedman family cannot make ends meet. Taken in by their kind aunt, the Friedman girls persevere with faith, hard work, and honesty. They not only succeed in overcoming hardship, but they are able to inspire and help others. Teaches lessons of judging favorably, perseverance, hard work, honesty, and self-sacrifice. Appropriate for girls age 8+ and adult women. Starring Shira Nashofer, Sarah M. Fisher and Nancy Zweibach of New Jersey, the Weingarten family, Marlene Ginsburg, Aliza Kantarowitz of Brooklyn, and others. Featuring Rachel Weissman, Lara Gedzelman, and Sima Kellner of Passaic. Event includes movie screening at 7:45pm, and after-show performance and talk-back with the actors and crew. For girls and women. Movie only: $13/$10, After-show only $8/7, Full Evening $18/$13, online purchase discount: http://riversidepassaic.eventbrite.com. Located at 350 Boulevard in Passaic, 07055. St. Mary’s Hospital, 2nd floor. Location of one of the movie scenes! Sponored by the Association for Torah and the Arts www.artsandtorah.org.

    Dance Party for Dames of the Dance! Nov 14, 8:30pm
    We're hosting a DANCE PARTY to LAUNCH the new rehearsal season of DAMES of the DANCE 3. There'll be dance performances from some of our groups, open dance classes for everyone, and freestyle dancing from different dance decades. Motzei Shabbat November 14, 8:30 PM. Matnas Gush Etzion. This year's DAMES of the DANCE tells the story of THE SEVEN DAYS of CREATION. The performances will be held at the beginning of March, after Purim, IY"H.

    THE ARTS & TORAH WOMEN’S CONFERENCE – Nov 20-23, 2009.
    Spend Shabbat Nov 20-21 meeting other professional women artists and learning Torah related to the Arts. Motzei Shabbat and Sunday performances with stellar performances by artists across the US: Ayelet HaShachar from Baltimore! Katia Bolotin of Cleveland! Miriam Sandler!!! Bracha Adrezin from California!!! New Stars Chanie Davis and Shaindel Antelis!! Women’s films by Amy Guterson, Ronit Polin, Leah Levy and more. Workshops in Creating a Musical – from Script to Stage to Screen! Acting, Dance, Vocal Technique. Using Theater in the Classroom, Feldenkrais Movement & Chassidism, Yoga. Visual Arts display and vendors fair. Register Early: www.atara2009.eventbrite.com. Full 3 day conference Early Bird prices online. Information about ATARA at www.artsandtorah.org. Website in Development. Conference information and session descriptions will be posted shortly, check back throughout November for schedule updates. More information and group sales: 718-756-2044.

    COMEDANCE!!!! Nov 24-25, 2009
    Women’s Performance in Boro Park featuring Chanale Fellig and Sara Schwadron! Music, Dance & Comedy performances to benefit Rabbi Meir Baal HaNess Tzedakah. Raffle with many auction prizes! VIP Tickets $200 and Entrance $136 includes 3 raffle tickets.

    Women’s Musical in London – Nov 29
    'There's No Place Like Home' – A women and girls musical November 29. Dancing With Louise is pleased to announce ‘There’s No Place Like Home’ – filled with favourite songs from The Wizard of Oz, The Wiz & Wicked! The show will be performed at a professional theatre on Sunday 29th November 2009. 020 8203 5242

    CLASSES Beginning This Week!

    Brooklyn Jewish Dance Institute Season – Classes begin Sun Oct 18!
    Brooklyn Jewish Dance Institute: Fall classes begin Sunday, Oct 18th. Join us for our second year of excellence in dance training in a frum environment! Youth program: Ages 3-18 - ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop. Adult program: ballet, hip hop, and flamenco. Coming soon: Adult women's workshops in tap and jazz and ongoing classes for boys/men!

    Xpressions! New Lyrical Jazz/modern Dance Workshop
    Beginning after Sukkot, a new exciting creative arts dance program for teens through post high school will be opening up at Lifeplex in Monsey, NY. This class will be focusing on Jazz and modern dance technique with the goal of developing students’ natural ability and unique creative expression. This will be achieved through challenging the students’ on a technical level as well as a mind/body/emotional level where they will be experimenting with musical interpretation and the relationship between music and movement. The dancing emphasized here will be taught in a very passionate and expressive style where students will learn how to relate “stories” through every movement made. This is a 12 week exclusive program, spots are limited, and students will need to commit to a full semester. This is NOT a drop in class. Classes begin October 21st and end January 4th. The class will be held Wednesday evenings from 8:00-9:30. For further information please contact 845-323-9557

    ART CLASSES IN JERUSALEM with Yochana Chava – Classes Beginning
    Classes held on Rechov Usishkin #14 Art Workshops starting after sukkot ... Foundations of drawing 4 week intensive for women (mornings) come away with practical skills to draw anything you see and improve your art using contour drawing, negative space, working on contrast and composition. Small group 3 hour class 375 shekel for 4 week course. Drawing for Teen Girls (monday afternoon/evening) beginning class for serious learners. 2 hr class 250 shekel for course. Recycled Art for Teen Girls (monday afternoon/evening) tapping into the students creativity- come up with imaginative art- 3 dimensional, mixed media. 2 hrs 250 Shekel course. Art for Girls 9-12 yr olds (still open timing) Printmaking, collages, painting, and more... 1 1/2 hrs 220 shekel per course. Art for Girls 7-9 yr olds (tuesday afternoons) All different projects to bring out the little artists talent and creativity. 1 1/2 hrs 220 shekel per course. Yochana studied Fine arts at Emuna College, Illustration and Design at Pratt, Cooper Union, SVA and Parsons. Art Therapy, Drama Therapy and Creative Writing in the New School for Social Research. She has close to 20 years of teaching experience. She founded and ran RLT ("The Road Less Traveled") a creative road trip camp for girls on the US West Coast

    THE WRITING WORKSHOP: New Creative Writing Class in Flatbush! Begins Sunday Oct 18
    THE WRITING WORKSHOP, a haven for girls to express themselves amongst friends who share their love of the written word. It is a place dedicated to letting the voice of the writer ring out loud and clear. Each session will consist of four parts. It will start with a brief exercise to inspire that class’s creative assignment. The students will be given a chance to write and, then, critique each other’s work. We will end with a group project. No piece needs to be completed, nor will any project be graded. The students will be writing just for the sake of writing, and I am sure the quality of the work will surpass our expectations. It can then be published and shared with other teens. 7-9th graders, Sundays Oct 18-Nov 22. 10th-12th graders Mondays Oct 19-Nov 23: 7-8:30pm. Cost $25, Package Deal; $165 for 8 sessions. Early Bird $150 for 8 sessions. The Writing Workshop by Miss Malka Alter. 646-872-5756. 1323 East 32nd St between Avenues N and M. The Writing Workshop, because you, too, deserve a solo.

    Musical Theater Classes in Teaneck – Fall Semester getting started
    At The Jewish Center of Teaneck off Cedar Lane/near Teaneck Road, Black Box Studios offers NY-style collaborative theater workshops for kids, teens, and adults at all levels and from all backgrounds. For Tuesday's afternoon's Starting Out On Stage workshop, grades K-3rd, there are two spaces left starting with the next session on 9/29, from 4:30-5:30. This group is are working towards a short musical/ comedy production for early January. Additionally, there are two spaces left for kids in grades 2nd-6th in Thursday's Pro Musical Theater Workshop, starting with the next session on 10/1, from 5-6:30. This group is working on a production of Into The Woods Junior for early January. Please call (201) 567-6664 immediately.

    Pottery Classes Jerusalem
    Pottery classes for begginers and advanced students. The classes will be held on Sunday morning and another class on Monday afternoon. the teahcer is a Bezalel pottery gradute and an experienced potter in Jerusalem. Call Sara: 0544945791

    Art School in Jerusalem
    Early-bird Registration. Sign up now for the lowest price. The new school year starts after the Chagim. Please email me for a copy of the brochure explaining the courses, schedules, and pricing. sarahlevinsonart@ gmail.com Join Us in My Garden Studio! Sarah Levinson, B.A., Fine Art Shana Tovah!

    Women’s Pilates and Dance classes in Jerusalem
    Find classes or private lessons in your area just right for you!! ballancedmovement at gmail

    DRAMA Chuggim for Girls – Jerusalem – Beginning Nov 11
    Develop Your Girls'... * CREATIVITY * SELF EXPRESSION * CONFIDENCE * TEAM SKILLS ......AND HAVE FUN! Through drama games, movement and exercises with professional and experienced drama teacher Sara Kohn (the French Chief from Rebetzen Green's play). Registration Now Open for Chuggim Starting in November! Rechavia, Rechov Narkis - Wednesdays starting Nov 11, Ages 5-6 3-3.45pm, Ages 7-9 4-5pm, Ages 10-12 5.15-6.30 * Option for ages 13-15 may open, please inquire. Old City - Thursdays starting Nov 12: Ages 5-6 3-3.45pm, Ages 7-9 4-5pm, Ages 10-12 5-6pm. For info. and bookings: 054 304 9846

    Art, Pottery and Dance Classes – Passaic
    Alysa Komarow: art and pottery classes for boys and girls as well as aerobic classes for ladies. Tumbling class for toddlers. Call 973-470-0036.

    Guitar Lessons New Jersey
    Private lessons for students of all ages and levels of musicianship- -from the beginner taking a first music lesson to the student preparing for a professional career in music. e-Mail or call today! (201-527-8069) Thanks, Uri.

    Pilates for Women – Malden, MA – beginning Sun Oct 18
    Congregation Beth Israel of Malden is arranging Pilates classes for women only - Sunday mornings from 10:30-11:15am.

    Music Lessons in Boston, Male Teacher
    Violin, Viola or Piano. Adults and children welcome - ages 5-105. Daniel Broniatowski: 857-756-5230. www.violinsoul.com

    “Music of the Jewish People” Online Course
    Online course at the college level. Survey that discovers the musics of the Jewish People at different times and places. Study will involve learning about the origins of traditional materials, examination of source readings and articles relating to music of the Jewish people, and class discussions of topics in Jewish music in their historical context. Course will investigate the role that music has played in Jewish life and identity from ancient to modern times, including music at the time of the Bible, rabbinic attitudes toward music, the development of the modes for scriptural cantillation, Jewish folk and popular music in the Diaspora, Jewish art music in the modern era, and Jewish music in modern America and Israel. To register for the course: mjaye@hebrewcollege.edu *About the Teacher*: Judith Pinnolis M.M. from The College-Conservatory of Music of the University of Cincinnati ; and B.A. in Music from Tulane University. Her Jewish music scholarship extends to journals and encyclopedias including /Encyclopedia Judaica/ (2006); /Women and Music in America Since 1900: An Encyclopedia/ (2002); and /Reader's Guide to Judaism/ (2000) and the forthcoming 4th edition of the /A Basic Music Library: Essential Scores and Sound Recordings/ published by the American Library Association.

    AUDITIONS & JOBS

    CASTING CALL for Drama for Life!'s 2nd annual ALL WOMEN'S production!
    Young Women ages 6th grade- College/Seminary are invited to audition! The production will be'h take place in May 2010. AUDITION TIMES AND DATES: 1) Sunday, October 18th at Executive Baby, 1015 Cedar Lane, Woodmere, NY 12:30-2:30. 2) Sunday, October 18th at Congregation Bnai Israel, 3190 Bedford Avenue between Aves. J & K from 5:00-7:00 pm. 3) Tuesday, October 20th in West Hempstead, NY from 7:30-9:30. 4) Wednesday, October 21st at Bais Yaakov of Queens (BYQ) 124-50 Metropolitan Avenue, Kew Gardens, NY from 5:00-7:00 pm. For more information, please call Rina C. Hirsch, Founding Director, at 516-385-1959

    OPEN CASTING CALL: Harmony VIII
    A Kol Rayus Production, to Benefit Project Extreme. Children's choir (grades 5-8) sunday october 18th and 25th,10am to 12pm. Children (grades 3-5) & Adult ballet dance saturday evening, october 24, 7:45-9:45 pm Children's dance ensemble (grades 6-8) Sunday October 25th, 10am -12pm. Location: Torah Academy for girls high school 636 lanett avenue (off beach 9th street) Far rockaway. Adult choir audition & rehearsal Monday evening, October 19th, 8:00-9:45 pm location: 822 roosevelt court (off of beach 9th st) Far rockaway former members need not audition, please note- we will be starting rehearsal at this time.

    ACTRESS NEEDED – New Play/Musical for Women. Open part for woman, age 15-35
    Reading/workshop of new play about lives of women in the orthodox community, including friendship, issues in single-hood and marriage, and fitting into the religious community. Two parts open: married woman struggling with family and career (age 20-35), and rebellious “teenager” (age 15-25). Rehearsal for Workshop/reading: Sunday mornings Oct 18 & 25. Workshop Reading Sun Nov 1, 6pm. Call immediately with interest 917-686-1211

    DANCE INSTRUCTOR Needed
    Ocean Parkway Jewish Center is looking to begin a dance class for women on Sunday nights. Location: Ocean Parkway between Ave F and Ditmas Ave.

    ACTRESS Needed for Frum Commercial – Brooklyn, Age 55+
    Seeking: Woman over the age of 60 who acts. we looking for an old woman to play the grandmother. also required if she has white/gray hair.

    ACTOR Needed – Israel, male, 20s
    Seeking actor with foreign accent (i.e. any accent other than Israeli) 22-25 years old for a supporting role in an independent feature film. No experience necessary. 2 days of shooting in October. For more information, please be in touch with Adi at 0546260126

    Documentary Seeking Interviews
    A filmmaker (Leah Aharona in Monsey) is making a film called "Holy Generation" a documentary. Please answer these questions and send them to her so she can interview you. What do I do that is holy? What does holy mean to me? Include headshot Men and women age 28-40.

    Internship – Web development – Association for Torah & the Arts
    Work directly with Editor of The Arts & Torah Journal, publishing relevant articles on the intersection of Judaism and the arts. Help with layout, site management, and liaison with authors.

    Brava Ladies Choral Ensemble! Choir for Women – Ave J & East 32nd led by Rivka Nahari
    Announcing openings for the Brava Ladies Choral Ensemble! Choral membership includes training in reading music, blending, phrasing, interpretation, and an introduction to vocal technique. Open to singers in the New York area ages 15 and up. All interested singers should contact Rivka Nahari at the dance studio: 718-513-6257.

    Opportunity for Jewish Musicians
    Heimishe Greetings is seeking Jewish musicians interested having their music loops inserted in our online electronic cards. Music must be available in MIDI format and loops should be 30 seconds-1. 5 minutes long. The music should portray different common tunes relating to Jewish simchas (celebrations). Musicians will be given credit for their work if it is used on a card. For more information: call 646 961 3889, visit www.HeimisheGreetings.com.

    Women’s Vocal Ensemble, Kensington, Brooklyn
    The Ocean Parkway Jewish Center will offer the option for women to start a choir or a cappella ensemble. Group would meet weekly on Sunday nights to learn songs. Once group develops a repertoire, performance opportunities would be scheduled. With interest in joining, contact ampmayil at gmail.

    ANNOUNCEMENTS

    A Light for Greytowers a Groundbreaker in the Ashkelon Jewish Eye Film Festival!
    A Light for Greytowers, the first feature length musical film made for women and girls only, will be making its Israeli premiere at the Jewish Eye World Jewish Film Festival in Ashkelon at noon October 25 and 26! Filmmaker Robin Garbose is planning to attend, along with actresses Rivka Siegel and Nili Gross. The festival will take place at the cinematheque of the International Conference Center of the Ashkelon Academic College, which has allowed the Jewish Eye to use its luxurious halls and state-of-the-art cinema equipment. http://www.jewisheye.org.il/en.html A Light for Greytowers tells the Victorian-era saga of a Russian Jewish girl abandoned in an English orphanage and at the mercy of its tyrannical matron. Based on the much-loved young adult novel by the same name, Greytowers is a work of art from a community that until now has not had a cinematic voice. To date, nearly 30,000 women and girls have laughed and cried together at screenings in communities around the world. The film’s universal themes such as the strength and confidence mothers can instill in their children through faith and perseverance despite adversity powerfully resonate with people from diverse backgrounds. Filmmaker Robin Saex Garbose, a graduate of Brown University, directed some 45 plays at theatres including Ensemble Studio Theatre, Jewish Repertory Theater, Naked Angels and the Juilliard Theatre Center. She has directed such noted actors as Laura Linney, Jon Tenney, Peter Riegert, Helen Slater, Fisher Stevens, Ricki Lake, Jason Alexander, Gina Gershon, Judd Nelson and the late Bruno Kirby. Television credits include America’s Most Wanted and Head of the Class. She co-wrote the screenplay The Spark, about a Jewish girl’s search for faith, which was selected for the Sundance Institute Writers Lab. Ten years ago, Robin founded the groundbreaking Kol Neshama Performing Arts Conservatory as an effort to provide professional artistic training and performance opportunities for Jewish girls and women in a setting that integrates modest dress, kosher food and religious values. A Light for Greytowers is an outgrowth of that project. Robin lives in Los Angeles with her husband and producing/writing partner, Levi Yitzhaq, and their children. A Light for Greytowers, which is now in worldwide non-theatrical distribution, is her first of hopefully many more, IY"H! A Light for Greytowers was made in part through a grant from The Jewish Community Foundation.

    Article on Elli Meyer, the Founder of “Shomer Shabbat Actors of America”!
    VosIzNeias.com/39890

    Article on Ashira Women’s Band in Israel!
    VosIzNeias.com/32309

    NEW SITE! Kol Me’odecha http://www.zazzle.com/kolmeodecha
    Gifts and More – T-shirts and mugs inspired by Art and Music

    NEW ALBUM! Malky Giniger: Raindrops
    New Solo Album of the spectacular Malky Giniger, songwriter, musician, and director of RATZON, music, dance and theater classes for girls in locations throughout the Northeast. Raindrops has 14 original songs, with arrangements by Leib Yaacov Rigler and Nochi Krohn. Available in all Jewish book stores and through Mostlymusic.com.

    NEW ALBUM! Dina Storch - There’s a Place in My Mind: Songs that Speak
    Music that speaks to the soul – songs in English. From the composer of “Someday We’ll All be Together,” “Bird of Hope” and “Daddy Dear” comes an all new album! There’s a Place in My Mind: Songs that Speak, with all new original music by Dina Storch. In book stores and Mostlymusic.com. Contact Storch Educational Entertainment Productions

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    Film

    Cinema Utopia! Jewish Film Festival in Fresh Meadows, Queens
    Utopia Jewish Center: 64-41 Utopia Parkway, 718.461.8347. 2009/2010 (6th year!) Schedule: 1. Saturday Sept, 12, 2009 - "InSight" (all are welcome to stay for Selichot, later in the evening) - We start our season with a powerful Israeli drama. As the sun sets on the day of Yom Kippur 1973, David and Yoel, best friends ever, climb into their tanks heading off to a desperate battle… An unbearable conflict in the soul of a religious young man: why has his own life been chosen by the Almighty, and not his friend's? based on Haim Sabato’s award winning book. 2, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009 -"Yoo Hoo, Mrs Goldberg" - From Aviva Kempner, maker of The Life and Times of Hank Greenberg, comes this humorous and eye-opening story of television pioneer Gertrude Berg, first Best Actress Emmy in history, and paved the way for women in the entertainment industry. 3. Saturday November 28, 2009 - "Holyland Hardball" - When Boston bagel maker Larry Baras wanted to create a professional baseball league in Israel, his idea was met with dismissal; an engaging account of the dream to bring America 's pastime to the Middle East .4. Saturday December 26, 2009 - "Max Minsky and Me" From Germany comes this dramedy of Jewish teenage angst. Based upon a novel by Holly-Jane Rahlens that earned the prestigious 2003 Deutscher Jugendliteraturprei s as the best young adult novel published in Germany. 5. January 16, 2010 - "The Four Seasons Lodge" - In 2005, New York Times journalist Andrew Jacobs found a group of Holocaust survivors who, since 1979, have spent their summers together at the Four Seasons Lodge. 6. January 30, 2010 – “Rafting To Bombay” - The Laufer family travels to Bombay to tell the story of the father, Nahum, and his mother, who found refuge in the city after they escaped from the Nazis. As the family arrives in Bombay , they find themselves in the midst of the November 2008 terror attacks. All their plans are disrupted... 7. February 13, 2010 -"Perlasca, An Italian Hero" - is a 2002 Italian drama about the real-life hero Giorgio Perlasca, who posed as a Spanish ambassador and tricked Nazi officials to save the lives of five thousand Jews during the Holocaust. 8.. March 6, 2010 - "Two Lives Plus One " We’re back to dramedy, this time from France. This touching tale of female fulfillment is told with Gallic charm and Jewish heart. 9.. May 22, 2010 - "The Beetle" We close our season with a charming documentary from Israel. Director Yishai Orian’s wife, pregnant with their first child, insists he scrap his beloved VW Beetle for a safe family car. A 2008 HotDocs Film Festival Audience Top Ten choice. Special Event [date not set] - Annual Community Kristallnacht Program - "Saved By Deportation" - In 1940, a year before the Nazis started deporting Jews to death camps, Joseph Stalin ordered the deportation of approximately 200,000 Polish Jews from Russian-occupied Eastern Poland to forced labor settlements in the Soviet interior. Re-traces the path Asher and Shyfra Scharf traveled more than 60 years ago from Poland to Siberia to the former Soviet states of Tajikistan and Uzbekistan in Central Asia. This little-known story of survival is both a harrowing adventure and an affirmation of human goodness during a time of great darkness. So mark your calendars for another season of Cinema Utopia, North East Queens' slo-mo Jewish Film Festival at the Utopia Jewish Center (64-41 Utopia Parkway, Fresh Meadows, NY) 718.461.8347

    Bureau(art) Jerusalem at the Jerusalem Cinematheque, Nov 4-11
    PHOTOGRAPHY http://www.bureauart.com Limited opportunities for sponsors and partners. For more information contact agoldstein@bureauart.com. Current Lineup (final lineup and schedule TBA). See website for more details and updates. Photography: Stefano De Luigi-Cinema Mundi, Seamus Murphy-A Darkness Visible: Afghanistan, Joergen Geerds-Luminous New York, Jocelyn Bain Hogg-Tired of London? Tired of Life, Michael Eastman-Vanishing America, Henrietta Molinaro-Wild Life, Carly Sioux-Over the Bridge, Under the Radar. FILM Aspen SHORTSFEST Directors' Selection (International) with the festival directors, Cook County (United States) with the director. Adela (Philippines) with the director. Zero Bridge (Kashmir), Sorry, Thanks (United States), Carcasses (Canada), Momman's Man (United States)