B’nai Torah Congregation, in partnership with the National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene (NYTF), presents the Boca Raton debut of Rising Stars, an afternoon concert celebrating the next generation of Yiddish and Jewish cultural talent.
This dynamic showcase features emerging artists mentored through NYTF’s acclaimed young artist initiative, highlighting performers whose careers are already gaining momentum across stage and screen. Audiences will experience a vibrant program of Yiddish songs, musical storytelling, and contemporary interpretations that honor tradition while embracing the future of Jewish performance.
The program includes standout talents such as Yair Keydar, a two-time Star Search champion; Margot Weintraub, a rising actress and singer with Off-Broadway and television credits; Mia Tweel, an accomplished young violinist; and Riki Rose, a Yiddish rock artist bringing a modern edge to the genre. The concert also features special guest Cantor Magda Fishman and musical direction by Zalmen Mlotek, a leading figure in the preservation and evolution of Yiddish music and theater.
Rising Stars offers a rare opportunity for South Florida audiences to experience world-class emerging performers in an intimate setting, while celebrating the richness and ongoing evolution of Yiddish culture.
The event takes place Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at B’nai Torah Congregation, 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton, FL. Tickets start at $36 for general admission, with premium seating and virtual options available.
B’nai Torah Congregation is the largest Conservative synagogue in the Southeast United States, serving more than 1,300 member families. A vibrant, multi-generational community, it offers a wide range of worship services, educational programs, cultural events, and opportunities for social action and engagement.
Tickets and additional information are available at https://www.btcboca.org/rising-stars/.
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