Magda Fishman

Interview: Lisa Fishman & Co. Bring Cross-Cultural Concert SOUL TO SOUL to NYC
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 13, 2025

The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene and the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue present the acclaimed cross-cultural concert Soul to Soul, exploring the intersections between Yiddish and African-American musical folk traditions.

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene To Present SOUL TO SOUL Concert At Stephen Wise Free Synagogue
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 26, 2024

The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene and the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue are joining forces to present the acclaimed cross-cultural concert “Soul to Soul” in a special augmented production commemorating the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday at the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue, 30 West 68th Street, on Sunday January 19 at 7pm. (2025 marks the 30th anniversary of the MLK Jr. holiday.)

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene to Stream 2024 Gala Featuring Steven Skybell & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2024

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's 2024 gala concert, “A Celebration of Jewish Pride and Creativity,” featuring a company of rising young stars, will be available for free streaming on the company’s website. Learn how to watch!

NEW YORK SINGS YIDDISH! Featuring Yiddish Concert & Theatre Stars to Take Place This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 12, 2023

Join in this Wednesday, June 14 in Central Park, when National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene and Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage present New York Sings Yiddish!,  featuring an illustrious lineup of Yiddish theater and concert superstars celebrating the rich cultural legacy of Yiddish music.

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Brings NEW YORK SINGS YIDDISH! to Central Park
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2023

Join in this coming Wednesday, June 14 in Central Park, when National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF) and Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage present New York Sings Yiddish!,  featuring an illustrious lineup of Yiddish theater and concert superstar celebrating the rich cultural legacy of Yiddish music.

AMID FALLING WALLS (TSVISHN FALNDIKE VENT) & More Set for National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's 109th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2023

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene is raising the curtain on a dynamic 109th season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets!

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Announces Cast And Cameos In: A YIDDISH RENAISSANCE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2021

This July, National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene will bring together more than 140 actors, singers and musicians from across globe for a sensational, one-time event - A Yiddish Renaissance: A Virtual Concert Celebration - filled with music and appearances by some of the most renowned Yiddish performers.

Registration Now Open For National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's SOUL TO SOUL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2021

The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF) production of Soul to Soul, the electrifying and emotionally captivating theatrical concert that explores the parallels between African American and Jewish music, will be presented virtually this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

African American and Jewish Music Meet In Celebration Of Two Cultures: SOUL TO SOUL
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 18, 2020

The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF) production of Soul to Soul, the electrifying and emotionally captivating theatrical concert that explores the parallels of African American and Jewish history, will be presented virtually this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's Chanukah Spectacular Entertains Global Audience Of More Than 22K
by Stephi Wild - Dec 9, 2020

More than 22,000 people from across the globe tuned in to the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene's star-studded celebration, the Folksbiene Chanukah Spectacular, an evening filled with song, dance, comedy and cameo celebrity appearances - all highlighting the vibrancy and joy of Yiddish theater.

Virtual Theatre Today: Tuesday, December 8 with Norm Lewis and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 8, 2020

Today (December 8) in live streaming: Norm Lewis chats with the Chaos Twins, a Red Bucket Follies celebration, and so much more!

Carol Burnett, Billy Crystal, Beanie Feldstein, Mandy Patinkin & More Join FOLKSBIENE CHANUKAH SPECTACULAR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2020

Yiddish song, dance, comedy and celebration - from across the globe - come together when the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene presents a Folksbiene Chanukah Spectacular this December, featuring an international array of more than 50 stars - from Broadway music, movies and television to the Yiddish stage.

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Presents Magda Fishman's A SWEET NEW YEAR
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 9, 2020

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (Folksbiene)-led by Zalmen Mlotek, Artistic Director, and Dominick Balletta, Executive Director-is presenting original, dynamic virtual programming as part of its ongoing Folksbiene! LIVE series in September and October, featuring Magda Fishman's 'A Sweet New Year' on Wednesday, September 16th.

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Announces September and October Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2020

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (Folksbiene)-led by Zalmen Mlotek, Artistic Director, and Dominick Balletta, Executive Director-will present original, dynamic virtual programming as part of its ongoing Folksbiene! LIVE series in September and October.

Photo Flash: National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Presents SOUL TO SOUL
by Stephi Wild - Jan 21, 2020

Soul to Soul, the electrifying and emotionally captivating theatrical concert that explores the parallels of African American and Jewish history took the stage at the Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day weekend on Sunday, January 19. Presented by the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF), Soul to Soul included for the first time the participation of Oscar- and Grammy-nominated IMPACT Repertory Theatre.

Folksbiene's SOUL TO SOUL Explores Parallels Of African-American And Jewish Experience Through Music
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2020

Soul to Soul, the electrifying and emotionally captivating theatrical concert that explores the parallels of African American and Jewish history takes the stage this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day weekend. Presented by the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF), Soul to Soul will include for the first time the participation of Oscar- and Grammy-nominated IMPACT Repertory Theatre. The event will begin with an introduction by Rabbi Joseph Potasnik, Executive Vice President of The New York Board of Rabbis, and New York City Council Member Robert E. Cornegy, Jr., who represents the Council's 36th District spanning Bedford Stuyvesant and Crown Heights.

The National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Presents SOUL TO SOUL
by Stephi Wild - Jan 6, 2020

Soul to Soul, the electrifying and emotionally captivating theatrical concert that explores the parallels of African American and Jewish history takes the stage this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day weekend. Presented by the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF), Soul to Soul will include for the first time the participation of Oscar- and Grammy-nominated IMPACT Repertory Theatre. The annual concert will play on Sunday, January 19, 2pm, Off Broadway at the Museum of Jewish Heritage - A Living Memorial to the Holocaust, Edmond J. Safra Plaza, 36 Battery Place, NYC.

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Announces Season Of Spiritual Resistance
by Julie Musbach - Aug 28, 2019

On the heels of its spectacular, sold-out run of the Yiddish presentation of Fiddler on The Roof and this summer's Hannah Senesh, National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF), today announced a schedule of signature programming for the upcoming fall, winter, and spring seasons.

National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Unveils 2019-2020 'Season Of Spiritual Resistance'
by A.A. Cristi - May 2, 2019

On the heels of its spectacular, sold-out run of the Yiddish presentation of Fiddler on The Roof, National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF) has announced the 2019-2020 season. For the first time ever, NYTF will present a season with four mainstage productions with a flexible season subscription. The productions, concerts and readings were curated to accompany the incoming exhibit Auschwitz: Not long ago. Not far away on display at the Museum of Jewish Heritage beginning on May 8, 2019.

SOUL TO SOUL Returns Off Broadway On Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 3, 2019

Soul to Soul, the electrifying and emotionally-captivating theatrical concert that explores the parallels of African American and Jewish history takes the stage this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Presented by the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF), this annual concert will play on Sunday, January 20, 2pm, Off Broadway at the Museum of Jewish Heritage A Living Memorial to the Holocaust, Edmond J. Safra Plaza, 36 Battery Place, NYC.