Saturday, September 27, 8:30 p.m.
I Love You Rosa
Ani Ohev Otach Rosa
Israel, 1972
Hebrew with English subtitles
Director: Moshe Mizrachi

Jerusalem’s Orthodox community at the turn of the 20th century is the setting for this now-classic film about the life of a young Sephardic widow. Under Levirate law, as delineated in the Book of Deuteronomy, Nissim has the duty and obligation to marry his brother's spouse on the death of his brother. Nissim is very fond of Rosa, and grows to love her. However, he is only eleven, and newly single Rosa is not interested in either child-rearing or remarriage, so she shoos him away. Quite a few years later, Nissim comes back with marriage in mind. Their conflicts and growing love resolve in a satisfying conclusion. Based on the life of director Mizrachi’s mother, the film addresses the implications of ancient religious tradition on modern life, particularly for women’s rights. Nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film, 1973 Academy Awards.

Tickets:

$9 M/$10 NM per film
Rady Jcc 477-7510 or www.radyjcc.com-Click on Ticket Central
Berney Theatre
Programs are subject to change

If you would like to receive information on Israeli cultural and social programming contact Moshe at 477-7508 or mkempner@radyjcc.com 

Saturday, November 22, 8:00 p.m.
House on Chelouche Street
Ha-Bayit Berechov Chelouche
Israel, 1973
Hebrew with English subtitles
Director: Moshe Mizrachi

This feature film from one of Israel’s leading directors presents a vivid picture of a family and community during a period of political oppression and national struggle for independence. The film focuses on Sámi, a teenager from a newly-arrived and poor Sephardic family growing up in the slums during the turbulent last days of the British Mandate in Palestine, from the summer of 1946 to the War of Independence in 1948. Nominated for the Best Foreign Language Film, 1973 Academy Awards.

Tickets:
$9 M / $10 NM per film
Rady JCC 477-7510 or www.radyjcc.com – Click on Ticket Central

Berney Theatre
Programs are subject to change.

If you would like to receive information on Israeli cultural and social programming contact Moshe at 477-7508 or mkempner@radyjcc.com  

Chen Zimbalista, marimba and percussion (Israel)
with Rena Sharon, piano (Vancouver)

Israeli born percussionist Chen Zimbalista is a force of nature. Mastering over forty exotic instruments from dozens of countries, Zimbalista has proven himself equally adept at performing complex classical compositions as he is at home with world music and jazz. On stage, Chen is an explosive, riveting presence. Zimbalista uses his entire body to coax rhythmic sounds from his fascinating array of instruments. Chen has dazzled audiences around the globe with his popular percussion performances. He has performed with all of the leading orchestras in Israel, and is currently the Music Director of the incredible Tam Tam (percussion) Festival in Netanya, Israel. In Winnipeg Chen will be accompanied by Vancouver based Rena Sharon, on piano, who is often referred to as Canada’s “national treasure”. Rena is Professor of Collaborative Piano Studies at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, and is heard regularly in performance on CBC national radio. A sold out success on his last visit to Winnipeg, Chen has been brought back by popular demand. A visual, visceral experience that must be seen, not only heard!

“Zimbalista is a young, muscular, intense dynamo with charisma to burn and a precise technique that knows no stylistic bounds” (Los Angeles Times)

“Mr. Zimbalista has availed himself with distinction” (Zubin Mehta, Conductor)

 

Michal Cohen, vocals (Israel)
Ted Poor, drums (New York)
Myron Schultz, clarinet (Winnipeg)
Steve Kirby, bass (Winnipeg)
Will Boness, piano (Winnipeg)

Born in Israel to Yemenite parents Michal Cohen’s music has been described as Yemenite Jazz. With a strong Sephardic vibe, her range extends from ancient Yemenite songs through to contemporary jazz. During her military service, Michal performed throughout Israel as the lead singer of an army band. She has performed regularly in clubs and festivals in and around Tel Aviv. Michal’s unique, powerful sound and versatility has brought her to many stages around the world. Her recordings include collaborations with numerous great artists. Her vocals have appeared on two movies: Historias Minimas, by Carlos Sorin, and Pearl Gluck’s Divan. She was recently featured in a program of original electronic music in Berlin. Michal sings in English, Hebrew, Arabic, Bulgarian, Spanish, Yiddish and Portuguese. She was a finalist in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, as well as taking the Vocal Jazz Cleo Laine Award. Her recently launched Henna CD has enhanced her growing reputation as a unique talent on the world music scene. An unforgettable evening of international and home grown talent!

“Michal Cohen, a versatile award-winning singer and composer brings alive the ancient songs of her Middle-East Yemenite culture with energy and passion…” (BBC London)

“Michal Cohen, a female vocalist who has a hauntingly angelic voice…” (The Town Talk)

 

Mattan Klein, Flute
Meytal Muallem, vocals
Manu Koch, piano
Described as Israeli music ambassadors, Seeds of Sun, led by Mattan Klein, blends music written in Israel in a jazz /world music vein, with original Israeli jazz and folk. Klein, born in Jerusalem, has performed with Billy Childs, Giovanni Hidalgo, Victor Mendoza, and has toured with Israeli stars Miki Gavrielov and Yoni Rechter. Since 2006, Mattan has been artist in residence at the Jewish Community Centers of North America (JCCs) Maccabi Artsfest for the jazz discipline. Mattan is on the faculty of the School of Sacred Music at Hebrew Union College in New York. Joining Mattan in Winnipeg are Israeli born Meytal Muallem, vocals, and Swiss born Manu Koch, piano. Seeds of Sun share their love of music and their love of Israel in an infectious, uplifting concert that catches audiences throughout the world and has them singing along. Don’t miss this wonderful evening of Israeli culture

“Mattan Klein is one of the finest contemporary jazz flutists performing today.” (Nashville Jazz Workshop)

“The virtuosity, versatility, and enthusiasm that the band members brought to their music made the concert the high point of our annual Jewish Cultural Weekend.” (Rabbi Kominsky, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA)  

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