Piosenka Jest Dobra Na Wszystko – A Musical Tribute to the Legendary Kabaret Starszych Panów

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of laughter and nostalgia as we invite you to a sing-along with our very own Older Gentlemen, Waldemar Izdebski and Martin Labazevitch!

Join us in celebrating the enchanting songs that brought warmth and joy to Polish post-war entertainment. Step back in time to when Older Gentlemen’s Cabaret captivated audiences across Poland with its sharp wit, elegance, and charm. Thanks to the brilliant talents of composer Jerzy Wasowski and writer Jeremi Przybora, Polish entertainment reached new heights, offering a clever commentary on Polish life.

Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the Older Gentlemen or just discovering their magic, this is a night you won’t want to miss! Let’s sing, reminisce, and revel in the joy of this remarkable legacy together!

The year 2024 has been declared by Poland’s government a Year of Older Gentlemen’s Cabaret as we commemorate the 40th anniversary of the death of composer Jerzy Wassowski (1984) and the 20th anniversary of the death of the lyricist Jeremy Przybora (2004)

This is a Polish language event

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Photo from the set via Wikipedia Commons

Performers:

Waldemar Izdebski

holds a Master of Arts degree from the Aleksander Zelwerowicz College of Theatrical Arts. He acted in film, television, and theater for six years before moving to the United States. For 35 years, he has participated in various events at the Polish Embassy, the American Center of Polish Culture, and the Kosciuszko Foundation.

In addition to his performing career, he has actively managed cultural events for over two decades. As Program Director of the Jan Karski Institute and the American Center of Polish Culture, he has led numerous initiatives to promote Polish history and culture through the arts. In recognition of his contributions to promoting Polish culture, he was honored with the Knight’s Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland in 2012.

Pianist Martin Labazevitch

has performed at concert halls and festivals around the world. As a soloist, he has collaborated with leading orchestras and worked alongside renowned artists and contemporary composers.

He has received numerous awards in piano competitions, and his performances have been broadcast on major radio stations. In 2015, Dr. Labazevitch released his first commercial recording on Delos Music, which garnered enthusiastic reviews.

A Steinway Artist, Dr Labazevitch is the Artistic Director of the Berkshire Piano Academy in Massachusetts and Kosciuszko Foundation Chopin Piano Competition in Washington DC. An enthusiastic educator, he teaches at the Levine School of Music in Washington DC and at the Paderewski Piano Academy in Zurich, Switzerland.