Alyssa’s Bat Mitzvah: September 4, 2022
The insanity prevailed again this fine evening at the Grand Luxe, “a night to remember” was oft quoted by those in attendance. As was “here we go again”… and again we did go. My second time around with this family, and the ante was upped just a bit, but slow down we must… let’s start at the beginning.
This outing began at a rehearsal at Adath Israel on Friday afternoon, a glorious day by Toronto standards. We met, we laughed, we wandered, we photographed, we just had so much fun that the next outing, Sunday night, would seal the deal. Sunday was the day when insanity prevailed, it was a literal open mic for theatre singers and aspiring wanna-bees. And we have not yet addressed the woman of the hour, Alyssa. She was spectacular on both occasions, read a beautiful torah portion at rehearsal, and kicked it up onstage with the rest of the family. Magen Boys held court, specifically Chief Boy himself, Paige, as Karen Rachlin conducted the behind the scenes with effortless aplomb. This was just one outstanding party by everyone’s standards. Singers from Evan Hanson dropped by (when does that ever happen?), there was confetti, candy to fill a boat, some well rehearsed original lyrics to old show tunes, just all around craziness. Alyssa, you were fantastic. Can’t wait for the next one, mazel tov guys.
The Story of Alyssa’s Bat Mitzvah: Selected Photos HERE
All the Photos: HERE
•Clothing (Mom): Lucian Matis
•Jewellery: Classic Creations
•Makeup: Susan Kirsch
•Hair: Terry Alix
•Decor: Rockpaper Events
•Event Planner: Karen Rachlin
•Photographer: Jonni Super
•Videographer: Elan Baron
•DJ Entertainment: Megan Boys
•Venue: Adath Israel and Grand Luxe Event Boutique
•Caterer: Toben
•Rabbi: Adam Cutler
