NEAT production wowed the crowd

On March 21 and 22, the New England Academy of Torah students put on a production titled “Living the Good Life,” under the guidance of Debbie Raskin, Tichyeh Schochet and Janice Kaidan. Based on Marcus Lehmann’s book, “A Portrait of Two Families,” this story takes its audience through a transformative and turbulent time in Jewish history, presenting timeless lessons and shining examples of strong faith in the face of difficult challenges.

Through song, dance and drama, the talented cast moved their audience to laughter and tears, bringing the tale to life.  Members of the audience were wowed by the students’ talents in so many areas. It was evident to all who attended (from both near and far) that the girls had truly prepared in many ways (both on the stage and off) for this fantastic presentation.  Special recognition must be given to the student heads, Rochel Golden and Tzipporah Kapilevich, who devoted many hours and much energy to this project, and to the many other students who headed various aspects of the show. 

NEAT shines in many areas, offering its students a college preparatory program, an intense Judaic studies curriculum and opportunities to shine in creative arts and drama. The song, dance and drama production was enjoyed by alumni from New York, out-of-town friends, and women from the Sharon, Massachusetts, and Boston communities.  Alumni from NEAT often comment on the ahdut (unity) of the girls and on the middot and life skills that they gained at NEAT.