Joie de Diva
Sentimental Journey: Songs & Stories of Harmony, Heritage & the Homefront
From the Barrio to the Battlefield
Presented by Jeudi Cornejo Brealey
with Richard Berent on piano.
In a season dedicated to remembrance (VE Day, D-Day, Memorial Day, and the coming 4th of July) Jeudi invites you on a heartfelt Sentimental Journey—part cabaret, part poetry reading, part storytelling—that reveals World War II through the perspective of her family’s experience.
Tracing her family’s immigrant journey, Jeudi honors the greatest generation’s sacrifice—five tíos serving in different military branches and her mom and tía laboring in airplane factories. Jeudi paints a vivid picture of duty and unity from the vibrant barrio where her family found community, to the battlefield, this one-of a-kind evening is a tender tribute to heritage, resilience, and enduring hope—celebrating the music, in English and Spanish-- that brought comfort, lifted spirits, created harmony and kept hope alive even through the hardest of times.
Experience an intimate evening of songs and stories that honor history while lighting the way forward.
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Jeudi Cornejo Brealey, the “Vintage-Voiced Chanteuse” and creator of the wildly popular Jazz-Age juke box musical “Love Outshines the Moon”* is once again taking up residence at the Jeweled Universe, this time with her Joie de Diva monthly cabaret concert series, exploring different musical themes designed to lighten your woes and transport you to a joyous place. Let’s time-travel together via song!
Jeudi continues her post-concert hat sale to benefit her friend, milliner, Andie Cohen- Healy in the aftermath of her losses in the Eaton Fire. 100% of these hat sales go directly to Andie's GoFundMe page.
Jeudi says: "The Jeweled Universe is my "Home in Pasadena" (If you know, you know). This special setting is a unique artistic boutique that celebrates the visual, wearable and performing arts. It's a delightful place filled with treasures perfectly suited for grown up Easter baskets."
As always, vintage or festive attire is encouraged!
Bistro Boxes (**Scroll down for pictures!**)
Those who purchase early tickets will have an opportunity to pre-order a French bistro box of charcuterie delights to enjoy during the performance.
- Traditional Boxes - $18
- Vegetarian Boxes - $15
Advanced Tickets Essential.
“Love Outshines the Moon” premiered and was developed over a generous 14-month sold-out residency at the Jeweled Universe. To learn more about it’s future, buy merch and become a patron, visit jeudi.biz/about-the-play and join the mailing list.
Quotes
“There’s a smile in the lady’s voice and her contented perspective seems to be inuenced by the wearing of rose-colored glasses”. Rob Lester, Talkin’ Broadway
“Jeudi likes to dig deep for vocal gems of the ‘30s to ‘50s. She can inhabit several decades. Jeudi is not your typical singer of standards or the American Songbook, she is a vintage singer”. Joe Bebco, Syncopated Times
“Jeudi is heart-warming performer who will cast you in her spell. Her soothing lyrical voice has wit and charm. With her beaming smile, Jeudi brings joy to her audience”. Peisha McPhee, Vocal Coach, American Idol
“The vintage-voiced chanteuse shines bright”. John Sanders, Pasadena Weekly
Sentimental Journey: Songs & Stories of Harmony, Heritage & the Homefront
From the Barrio to the Battlefield
Presented by Jeudi Cornejo Brealey
with Richard Berent on piano.
In a season dedicated to remembrance (VE Day, D-Day, Memorial Day, and the coming 4th of July) Jeudi invites you on a heartfelt Sentimental Journey—part cabaret, part poetry reading, part storytelling—that reveals World War II through the perspective of her family’s experience.
Tracing her family’s immigrant journey, Jeudi honors the greatest generation’s sacrifice—five tíos serving in different military branches and her mom and tía laboring in airplane factories. Jeudi paints a vivid picture of duty and unity from the vibrant barrio where her family found community, to the battlefield, this one-of a-kind evening is a tender tribute to heritage, resilience, and enduring hope—celebrating the music, in English and Spanish-- that brought comfort, lifted spirits, created harmony and kept hope alive even through the hardest of times.
Experience an intimate evening of songs and stories that honor history while lighting the way forward.
-
Jeudi Cornejo Brealey, the “Vintage-Voiced Chanteuse” and creator of the wildly popular Jazz-Age juke box musical “Love Outshines the Moon”* is once again taking up residence at the Jeweled Universe, this time with her Joie de Diva monthly cabaret concert series, exploring different musical themes designed to lighten your woes and transport you to a joyous place. Let’s time-travel together via song!
Jeudi continues her post-concert hat sale to benefit her friend, milliner, Andie Cohen- Healy in the aftermath of her losses in the Eaton Fire. 100% of these hat sales go directly to Andie's GoFundMe page.
Jeudi says: "The Jeweled Universe is my "Home in Pasadena" (If you know, you know). This special setting is a unique artistic boutique that celebrates the visual, wearable and performing arts. It's a delightful place filled with treasures perfectly suited for grown up Easter baskets."
As always, vintage or festive attire is encouraged!
Bistro Boxes (**Scroll down for pictures!**)
Those who purchase early tickets will have an opportunity to pre-order a French bistro box of charcuterie delights to enjoy during the performance.
- Traditional Boxes - $18
- Vegetarian Boxes - $15
Advanced Tickets Essential.
“Love Outshines the Moon” premiered and was developed over a generous 14-month sold-out residency at the Jeweled Universe. To learn more about it’s future, buy merch and become a patron, visit jeudi.biz/about-the-play and join the mailing list.
Quotes
“There’s a smile in the lady’s voice and her contented perspective seems to be inuenced by the wearing of rose-colored glasses”. Rob Lester, Talkin’ Broadway
“Jeudi likes to dig deep for vocal gems of the ‘30s to ‘50s. She can inhabit several decades. Jeudi is not your typical singer of standards or the American Songbook, she is a vintage singer”. Joe Bebco, Syncopated Times
“Jeudi is heart-warming performer who will cast you in her spell. Her soothing lyrical voice has wit and charm. With her beaming smile, Jeudi brings joy to her audience”. Peisha McPhee, Vocal Coach, American Idol
“The vintage-voiced chanteuse shines bright”. John Sanders, Pasadena Weekly
Sentimental Journey: Songs & Stories of Harmony, Heritage & the Homefront
From the Barrio to the Battlefield
Presented by Jeudi Cornejo Brealey
with Richard Berent on piano.
In a season dedicated to remembrance (VE Day, D-Day, Memorial Day, and the coming 4th of July) Jeudi invites you on a heartfelt Sentimental Journey—part cabaret, part poetry reading, part storytelling—that reveals World War II through the perspective of her family’s experience.
Tracing her family’s immigrant journey, Jeudi honors the greatest generation’s sacrifice—five tíos serving in different military branches and her mom and tía laboring in airplane factories. Jeudi paints a vivid picture of duty and unity from the vibrant barrio where her family found community, to the battlefield, this one-of a-kind evening is a tender tribute to heritage, resilience, and enduring hope—celebrating the music, in English and Spanish-- that brought comfort, lifted spirits, created harmony and kept hope alive even through the hardest of times.
Experience an intimate evening of songs and stories that honor history while lighting the way forward.
-
Jeudi Cornejo Brealey, the “Vintage-Voiced Chanteuse” and creator of the wildly popular Jazz-Age juke box musical “Love Outshines the Moon”* is once again taking up residence at the Jeweled Universe, this time with her Joie de Diva monthly cabaret concert series, exploring different musical themes designed to lighten your woes and transport you to a joyous place. Let’s time-travel together via song!
Jeudi continues her post-concert hat sale to benefit her friend, milliner, Andie Cohen- Healy in the aftermath of her losses in the Eaton Fire. 100% of these hat sales go directly to Andie's GoFundMe page.
Jeudi says: "The Jeweled Universe is my "Home in Pasadena" (If you know, you know). This special setting is a unique artistic boutique that celebrates the visual, wearable and performing arts. It's a delightful place filled with treasures perfectly suited for grown up Easter baskets."
As always, vintage or festive attire is encouraged!
Bistro Boxes (**Scroll down for pictures!**)
Those who purchase early tickets will have an opportunity to pre-order a French bistro box of charcuterie delights to enjoy during the performance.
- Traditional Boxes - $18
- Vegetarian Boxes - $15
Advanced Tickets Essential.
“Love Outshines the Moon” premiered and was developed over a generous 14-month sold-out residency at the Jeweled Universe. To learn more about it’s future, buy merch and become a patron, visit jeudi.biz/about-the-play and join the mailing list.
Quotes
“There’s a smile in the lady’s voice and her contented perspective seems to be inuenced by the wearing of rose-colored glasses”. Rob Lester, Talkin’ Broadway
“Jeudi likes to dig deep for vocal gems of the ‘30s to ‘50s. She can inhabit several decades. Jeudi is not your typical singer of standards or the American Songbook, she is a vintage singer”. Joe Bebco, Syncopated Times
“Jeudi is heart-warming performer who will cast you in her spell. Her soothing lyrical voice has wit and charm. With her beaming smile, Jeudi brings joy to her audience”. Peisha McPhee, Vocal Coach, American Idol
“The vintage-voiced chanteuse shines bright”. John Sanders, Pasadena Weekly
Advanced ticket holders for Joie de Diva shows will have the opportunity to purchase curated bistro-boxes to enjoy during the performance! You may choose from a traditional box or a vegetarian option.
Unless the vegetarian option is selected, boxes include: Bread, salami, cheddar, Brie, cornichons, kalamata & green olives, carrots, celery, pea pods, radish, almonds, dried apricot, dried cranberries, blackberries, blood orange, grapes, edible flower, merengue cookie, chocolate. Dijon mustard and marmalade available as well
