Join us in celebrating the birthday of Comedian Harmonist, Roman Cycowski! Roman Cycowski shared in an interview in 1995 that he was technically born in April of 1900 but because of the Russian government delays on his government paperwork, his birthday is considered January 24, 1901. He was a Polish-German operatic baritone and cantor, […]
The below is written by Michael Duling D’Angora, a producer on Harmony. We asked Michael to share why he wanted to help bring Harmony to Broadway. Below is what he shared with us. To be part of Harmony is to be part of something bigger than oneself. After all, you can’t sing harmony on […]
Check out these Jewish Midtown eateries: Russ & Daughters: 502 W 34th Street Milk N’ Honey NYC: 12 E 46th Street Miznon: 157 E 53rd Street Ben’s Kosher Delicatessen: 209 W 38th Street If you are willing to travel outside of Midtown, you might enjoy: Sarge’s Delicatessen & Diner: 548 3rd Ave 2nd Avenue […]
The Comedian Harmonists were an internationally famous, German ensemble boy band that performed between 1928 and 1934 as one of the most successful musical groups before World War II. The group consisted of members Harry Frommermann, Josef Roman Cycowski, Erich A. Collin, Erwin Bootz, Ari Leshnikoff, and Robert Biberti. READ about Harry Frommermann […]
Seeing new Broadway shows is like stepping into a portal of vibrant storytelling. It’s not just entertainment; it’s a celebration of art, pushing boundaries with original music, dazzling sets, and powerful performances. You’ll laugh, cry, and connect with characters grappling with real-world issues, leaving you with a fresh perspective and a head full of catchy […]
One of my favorite Broadway shows I’ve ever seen ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I loved this show so much! It was the perfect blend of funny, classic musical theatre and moving. The ending was so beautifully emotional but left me with such hope and inspiration. The cast is next level and the music is out of this world. […]
Who or what inspired the creation of The Comedian Harmonists? In 1927, Harry Frommermann was inspired by The Revelers, a popular vocal group from the United States. He wanted to use a similar format but create the German equivalent. That is just what he did! There were a few specific elements that sparked Frommermann’s […]
Harmony: A New Musical was directed and choreographed by the acclaimed Warren Carlyle. Most recently, he choreographed the revival of The Music Man at the Winter Garden Theatre for which he was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Choreography. Carlyle also served as the director of Harmony during its Off-Broadway at National Yiddish […]
Andrew, a friend of Harmony’s, shared this photo of his father, Norman, at his Bar Mitzvah in 1969: “You may recognize the cantor, Roman Cycowski, who had a great impact on my dad growing up in San Francisco. My dad said Cantor Cycowski never mentioned The Comedian Harmonists or anything prior to the war […]
Our producer Ken Davenport recently received a message from Rabbi Michael C. Simon who said, “I came up to NY to see Harmony last month. What a moving show.” He also linked to a sermon he had just given on Harmony and he gave us permission to share it with you. “May those stars in […]