Born in New York's East Village 25 years ago, the Grammy-winning Klezmatics have been at the vanguard of the international klezmer revival. This joyous documentary follows the band for three years on tour in the U.S and Eastern Europe. From back stage to concert stage, at home and on the road, director Anjou candidly captures the band's triumphant highs, frustrating lows, and upbeat march forward as they continue pushing the musical boundaries as a group and as independent artists. Their sensational collaborations with music legends Chava Albertstein, Arlo Guthrie, Itzak Perlman and kosher-gospel artist Joshua Nelson have redefined contemporary Jewish music, earning them a special place in the hearts of Jewish and world music lovers.

Reel Talk Immediately Following Film

Invited Guest Speaker

Erik Greenberg Anjou, Director

Get into the mood starting at 5:00 PM in the Chase Family Gallery and enjoy the klezmer sound of the Heavy Shtetl band. Nosh on farm-fresh kosher delicacies from The Isabella Jewish Retreat Center, Falls Village, CT or purchase supper at the Mandell JCC's Cafe J.

Screening with THE TAILOR.