Eleanor Reissa is a Brooklyn-born native Yiddish speaker whose work on both English and Yiddish stages as a director, actor, writer, and singer has earned her a Tony Award nomination. A longtime favorite and friend of Yidstock audiences, Eleanor debuts a new ensemble – led by her frequent collaborator, trumpeter Frank London of the Klezmatics – to share her unique takes on Yiddish song, as she continues to reinvent the art of storytelling through Yiddish cabaret.
Yidstock: The Festival of New Yiddish Music is back, in-person, bringing the best in klezmer and new Yiddish music to the stage at the Yiddish Book Center in Amherst, Massachusetts. Don't miss out on what promises to be a great festival of music, talks, workshops, film, and dance. This event is sponsored by WAMC Northeast Public Radio. PLEASE NOTE: Lineup is subject to change. All ticket sales are final. Visitors over the age of 12 will be required to show their vaccination card and proof of booster. Vaccines will be required for children who are eligible. Full schedule and registration at www.yiddishbookcenter.org/yidstock.
Sponsor: WAMC Northeast Public Radio