Event Details

The Thomashefskys

Michael Tilson Thomas

In an evening of music and memories, MTT re-creates the world of his grandparents, Yiddish theater legends Boris and Bessie Thomashefsky. The premiere performance in 2005 was an instant sell-out. Subscribing is the only way to guarantee your seats for these performances. Don’t miss out.

Please note: There are no Inside Music talks prior to these performances.

Sorry, group discount does not apply.

These performances are made possible by The Barbro and Bernard Osher Staged Production Fund

Program Notes

Conductor/Performers

Michael Tilson Thomas
conductor

Judy Blazer
Bessie

Neal Benari
Boris

Ronit Widmann-Levy
Young Bessie

Eugene Brancoveanu
Young Boris

Patricia Birch
stage director

Program

The Thomashefskys: Music and Memories of a Life in the Yiddish Theater (semi-staged production)

Performance Date(s)

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