'Adventures in the Free World' (2011-05-17)
9 videos • 87 views • by capnkoons Live at Housing Works Bookstore Café in New York, NY (www.housingworks.org) In a surprise evening of live music, reading and conversation, Regina Spektor, Jack Dishel (of Only Son) and David Bezmozgis explore the influence of Soviet Jewish culture on their work. Spektor, Dishel and Bezmozgis share the experience of emigrating from the Soviet Union at a young age. In this one-night-only event, they collaborate in exploring the relationship between their history and their art. Featuring singing by Spektor and Dishel, and all performing selections from Bezmozgis's new novel The Free World. All proceeds benefit the Housing Works mission of fighting AIDS and homelessness.