http://www.jstandard.com/content/item/ en _JStandard@js.com Copyright 2012 2012-05-25T03:04:29+00:00 /content/item/22142 http://www.jstandard.com/index.php/site/punchline_purim/#When:07:30:32Z Notice: Undefined offset: -1 in /var/www/vhosts/jstandard.com/httpdocs/system/core/core.functions.php(663) : eval()'d code on line 43 The Young Friends of the Museum of Jewish Heritage Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust in New York City are hosting “Punchline Purim” on Tuesday, March 6, at 7:30 p.m. Comedian Myq (pronounced “Mike”) Kaplan, a top five finalist from the 2010 season of “Last Comic Standing,” has appeared on “The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien,” “The Late Show with David Letterman,” and Comedy Central’s “Live at Gotham.” For young professionals. After-party follows with open beer/wine bar and Purim-themed fare. Dietary laws observed; all proceeds benefit museum programs. (646) 437-4253 or rroper@mjhnyc.org. Courtesy MJH Comedy 2012-02-24T07:30:32+00:00 /content/item/21510 http://www.jstandard.com/index.php/site/fun_night_with_kosher_comic/#When:07:47:04Z Notice: Undefined offset: -1 in /var/www/vhosts/jstandard.com/httpdocs/system/core/core.functions.php(663) : eval()'d code on line 43 Part of the book cover for Mordechai Schmutter’s “A Clever Title Goes Here.”So you think you are a comedian? You can check out how funny you are — whether you have got more guts or yucks — at an open microphone Comedy Night for would-be stand up comedians at Teaneck General Store this Saturday at 8 p.m. Headlining and hosting the event is humorist Mordechai Schmutter, a Passaic father of four, who writes a weekly Dave Barry-type humor column for the newspaper, Hamodia, and is author of three books — “Don’t Yell ‘Challah’ in a Crowded Matzah Bakery,” “A Clever Title Goes Here,” and “This Side Up,” (Israel Book Shop). He also writes a humorous advice column for the weekly Brooklyn-based Orthodox newspaper, The Jewish Press. “There aren’t a whole lot of Orthodox Jewish stand ups,” says the 32-year-old Schmutter, who adds that his brand of humor, a take on the absurd and everyday life is, decidedly “kosher.” When he is not writing or performing, Schmutter, who hails from Monsey, teaches language arts to yeshivah high school boys who, he adds, “don’t think tests are so funny.” Teaneck General Store owner Bruce Prince says the two-year-old café, bookshop, and gift store on Cedar Lane has hosted comedy nights in the past, a popular activity that has drawn up to 80 people. This is the first time, however, that Prince — who has hosted poetry readings, classes on Jewish topics, and other special events — has a local funnyman presiding over the comedy evening. Prince says everyone is invited to come in and enjoy, or get up on stage and try out his or her stuff. There are no prizes and no gongs; no cane pulling anyone off stage; no Simon Cowell-like jeers. Just a warm atmosphere that promises some fun. “Hey, anyone willing to do shtick is absolutely welcomed to be part of the evening,” says Prince. Comedy Night at Teaneck General Store begins at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 7. Teaneck General Store, 502A Cedar Lane, Teaneck. (201) 530-5046. You can email at info@teaneckgeneralstore.com. Comedy 2012-01-06T07:47:04+00:00 /content/item/21425 http://www.jstandard.com/index.php/site/comedy2/#When:07:45:30Z Notice: Undefined offset: -1 in /var/www/vhosts/jstandard.com/httpdocs/system/core/core.functions.php(663) : eval()'d code on line 43 Alex Lampert, left, Tom McTiernan and Brad Trackman courtesy Shomrei TorahCong. Shomrei Torah in Wayne’s Comedy Night features three comedians seen at popular New York City clubs and Las Vegas casinos. Alex Lampert, Tom McTiernan, and Brad Trackman, perform on Saturday, Jan. 14 at 7:30 p.m. Event includes cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a 50/50, and desserts. $36 includes one beverage with RSVP by Jan. 6. (973) 696-2500 or office@shomreitorahwcc.org.photos Comedy 2011-12-30T07:45:30+00:00 /content/item/21254 http://www.jstandard.com/index.php/site/comedy1/#When:07:30:30Z Notice: Undefined offset: -1 in /var/www/vhosts/jstandard.com/httpdocs/system/core/core.functions.php(663) : eval()'d code on line 43 Modi, voted one of the “Top 10 Comedians in New York City,” performs at Cong. Ahavath Torah in Englewood on Saturday, Dec. 17. Light reception at 7:30 p.m.; show at 8:30. (201) 568-1315 or http://www.ahavathtorah.org. Comedy 2011-12-16T07:30:30+00:00 /content/item/20979 http://www.jstandard.com/index.php/site/comedy/#When:08:00:10Z Notice: Undefined offset: -1 in /var/www/vhosts/jstandard.com/httpdocs/system/core/core.functions.php(663) : eval()'d code on line 43 Award-winning comedian Ari Teman performs for the Chabad Jewish Center of Northwest Bergen County in Franklin Lakes on Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7:30 p.m. Teman was the Jewish Federations of North America’s 2009 “Jewish Community Hero of the Year” for starting JCorps, the Jewish social volunteering network. (201) 848-0449 or www.chabadplace.org. Courtesy chabad Comedy 2011-11-25T08:00:10+00:00 /content/item/20282 http://www.jstandard.com/index.php/site/comedy_night_at_the_wayne_y/#When:08:00:10Z Notice: Undefined offset: -1 in /var/www/vhosts/jstandard.com/httpdocs/system/core/core.functions.php(663) : eval()'d code on line 43 The Wayne Y’s semi-annual Comedy Under the Stars, set for Saturday, Oct. 22, will feature Robin Fox, winner of the 2010 Gilda’s Club Laugh-Off. Others performing include Renee Minter, Danny Palmer, Camille Theobald, Johnny Deluxe, Heather Height, and David Harris. Show time is 8 p.m., with doors opening at 7:30. Cost for adults is $25 in advance, $30 at the door, and includes beer and wine, light appetizers, beverages, coffee, and dessert. Proceeds benefit the Y’s Parenting Center. Tables of 10 can be reserved in advance. Call Arlene Liebman, (973) 595-0100 ext. 280 or liebmana@ymha-nj.org. Comedy 2011-10-02T08:00:10+00:00 /content/item/18800 http://www.jstandard.com/index.php/site/joan_rivers_talks_to_the_standard_about_life_and_work_and_how_to_meet_men/#When:07:52:36Z Notice: Undefined offset: -1 in /var/www/vhosts/jstandard.com/httpdocs/system/core/core.functions.php(663) : eval()'d code on line 43 Ahead of her June 12 performance to benefit Gilda’s Club Northern New Jersey, the local chapter of a charity founded in memory of the comedian Gilda Radner to help those struggling with cancer, cancer survivors, and their families, Rivers spoke with The Jewish Standard about her love for Israel, her daughter and her grandson, and the reasons she uses her talent to do good. Jewish Standard: Lots of us admire your relationship with your daughter Melissa. Even when you have your differences, your strong connection and your love for each other shines through. What is it about your daughter that gives you the most nachas? Joan Rivers: I guess being able to see that my daughter is living a good life, that she has brains and is a terrific mom and is able to cope with adversity — all of that, for a parent, is important.Ahead of her June 12 performance to benefit Gilda’s Club Northern New Jersey, the local chapter of a charity founded in memory of the comedian Gilda Radner to help those struggling with cancer, cancer survivors, and their families, Rivers spoke with The Jewish Standard about her love for Israel, her daughter and her grandson, and the reasons she uses her talent to do good. Jewish Standard: Lots of us admire your relationship with your daughter Melissa. Even when you have your differences, your strong connection and your love for each other shines through. What is it about your daughter that gives you the most nachas? Charles William BushJoan Rivers: I guess being able to see that my daughter is living a good life, that she has brains and is a terrific mom and is able to cope with adversity — all of that, for a parent, is important. J.S.: It’s beautiful that you are doing this for Gilda’s Club. I also remember that when you were on “Celebrity Apprentice,” you chose the charity God’s Love We Deliver to receive your winnings. You have uplifted so many people with your comedy. Did you have the idea, when you were starting out, that you wanted to make the world a better place? Like in the sense of the Jewish value of tikkun olam? J.R.: No of course not, of course not.… But the nice thing is you can give back. It’s about karma. When you are able to help other people that’s just a great moment. I loved working on “Apprentice” because it brought a great charity, God’s Love We Deliver, to the forefront. The same with Gilda’s Club. My daughter does wonderful work for the Bogart [Pediatric Cancer Research Program] that [funds] cancer research and also helps the family members of children stricken with cancer. Gilda’s Club also helps people cope and get through it, not only the child or adult who is sick but also the rest of the family. If the brother is dying of cancer everyone focuses on the [ill] child and this charity [also] takes care of the other children.… That’s very important psychologically. It’s also nice to be involved because I knew Gilda a little bit—we met on the Carson show. J.S.: I remember back in the ‘80’s, you had the “Find Joan a Hubby” contest in which you were looking for a husband. Didn’t you meet someone through that? J.R.: Yes, a Jewish doctor. J.S.: From the South, right? J.R.: From Nashville, Tenn. J.S.: Are you looking to meet someone now and would he have to be Jewish? J.R.: I just think the more you have in common the easier it is. It isn’t essential you should marry a Jew. J.S.: How do you meet men? J.R.: At my age, I read the obituaries. J.S.: Who do you think is the sexiest man in entertainment today? J.R.: I think George Clooney is an elegant, charming man. J.S.: What do you think of your friend Donald Trump’s foray into politics? J.R.: I think Trump should have gone further. I was disappointed when he stopped. Donald is smart and a businessman. He can’t get bullied. He might not have been the best president but he would have been strong, not afraid to speak out, and not afraid to represent us as still one of the great powers. We could use a little more of that. We are walking around now like a second-rate power. Poor us, scared to say this to this one and that to that one. This whole thing with Israel is terrifying — they surrounded Israel — soldiers shot [15] people. Guess what? They were [being mobbed by] thousands. J.S.: It is wonderful that you stand up for Israel’s right to self-defense. So few celebrities, including Jewish ones, do. Who do you like for president? J.R.: We’ll see. Where they stand on Israel is my first concern [as a voter]. J.S.: This is a question my mom asked me to ask you. If you had not gone into show business, where do you think you’d be? And if you could do it all again, would you? J.R.: I’d do it all again in a second. I love the business and I love what I do. If I hadn’t gone into to show business I would’ve been a dentist’s wife and miserable and would probably be doing decorations at a Hadassah luncheon … and I would not have been liked in that group. J.S.: Another Jewish question. Do you think you have mazel? J.R.: Oh, I think I’m the luckiest woman going. We are healthy and happy — my daughter is fine and my grandson is happy. I have no complaints on anything. We all have problems in life and we’ve all gone through our share. Enjoy the good times when you have it — is your toilet flushing? Are you wearing shoes? [Then] stop complaining you gained three pounds. You’re ahead of the game. Joan Rivers’ “Laugh Out Loud” event to benefit Gilda’s Club Northern New Jersey will take place Sunday, June 12, at 7 p.m. at the Bergen Academies, 200 Hackensack Ave., in Hackensack. To purchase tickets ($39-$100), visit http://www.showclix.com or call 1-888-718-4253. For more information about Gilda’s Club Northern New Jersey visit www.gildasclubnnj.org. Comedy 2011-05-27T07:52:36+00:00 /content/item/18555 http://www.jstandard.com/index.php/site/arts_night/#When:07:00:07Z Notice: Undefined offset: -1 in /var/www/vhosts/jstandard.com/httpdocs/system/core/core.functions.php(663) : eval()'d code on line 43 The Bergen County High School of Jewish Studies hosts an Arts Night on Sunday, May 15, at 7:30 p.m., at Ma’ayanot Yeshiva High School for Girls in Teaneck. More than 40 BCHSJS students will participate at the free event which includes a student art gallery, performances of scenes from Jewish plays, and Jewish-infused comedy from theater students who study with Giselle D’Souza and Danny Hoffman of Teaneck-based Black Box Studios. (201) 488-0834 or badler@bchsjs.org. Arts, Comedy, Theater 2011-05-13T07:00:07+00:00