Exclusif Entertainment August 2014, Issue 5

Performers Dress For Success Thanks to Joan Taub Ades of “Joan’s Closet” in New York, struggling music students in Manhattan are able to “Dress For Success”. CBS 2’s Emily Smith reported that Joan’s Closet is giving over 200 Manhattan School of Music students high-end, slightly used dresses to wear to auditions. "I heard judges say they could look better. Coming from this school, they have to be the best. They have the best talent.” “This will help me probably look good for some of that,” said Caroline Braga, a senior opera singer. Joan Taub Ades stated, ‘I heard judges say they could look better.” Coming from this school, they have to be the best. They have the best talent.” she said. When the students leave Joan’s Closet they leave with an entire outfit; including shoes, scarf and handbag. Students can also enter a lottery for a chance to win one of six dresses, some of them cost more than $3,000 apiece. Packages may be sent to: Manhattan School of Music Mailing Address: 120 Claremont Ave. New York, NY 10027 Joan Taub Ades is a prominent member Please send packages ATTN: Joan’s Closet of New York’s premier music circles. She started the organization five years ago simply because she saw a need. For additional information go to: If you’re interested in giving donations: Donations can be dropped off in person at Manhattan School of Music and at Jeeves. http://www.msmnyc.edu/Give-toMSM/Ways-to-Give/Joans-Closet August 201 4 l Exclusif Entertainment l 8

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