“To Life, To Laugh, L’Chaim!” is a choral celebration of the classic Yiddish writer Sholem Aleichem.
Each selection has some connection to him: humorous songs, in keeping with his famous quote, “Lakhn iz gezint, doktoyrim heysn lakhn” (laughing is healthy—doctors prescribe laughter); tributes to the pen name “Sholem Aleichem” (peace unto you); works by Mark Warshawsky, a prolific Yiddish singer-songwriter discovered and promoted by Sholem Aleichem; songs from the musical Shver tsu zayn a yid (It’s Hard Being Jewish), adapted from a Sholem Aleichem play; musical settings of his poems; and songs from a Yiddish adaptation of Fiddler on the Roof.
Jewish People's Philharmonic Chorus
Binyumen Schaechter, conductor
Seth Weinstein, pianist
Cantor Joel Caplan, soloist
Temma Schaechter (of "Di Shekhter-tekhter"), soloist
The JPPC is a vibrant, multigenerational ensemble of dedicated amateur musicians led by arranger-composer-pianist Binyumen Schaechter.
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th @ 4:30 PM
Show Finder
To Life, To Laugh, L'Chaim!
First Preview: Aug 31, 2016
Opening Date: Aug 31, 2016
Closing Date: Sep 26, 2016
Running Time: 01:40
Playing @
Merkin Concert Hall
129 West 67th Street, New York, NY 10023
Show Notes: 1 Intermission
Age Guidance: 13
Audience Advisory: All songs are in Yiddish with English translations provided
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Full-price tickets:
$15.00 - $40.00
Lottery & Rush
$15 - Students - Tickets only available at box office or by phone (212 501 3330).
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Box Office
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Restroom
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Seating
445 seats -
Elevator\Escalator
Yes, an elevator and an electric lift -
Entrance
The entrance to the building is on the ground level. There is an electric lift into the main lobby and an elevator to the balcony. -
Water Fountain
One wheelchair-accessible water fountain in the lobby. -
Assisted Listening System
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Wheelchair Info
Merkin Concert Hall has three wheelchair locations.
