The Panther Club
The Panther Club - The Panther Club was a Paterson-based Jewish social club that was established in 1928 and lasted for more than 30 years. The Club sponsored yearly picnics that drew many families and young adults. The Club also staged elaborate musicals and comedy shows at the Paterson Y that were very popular with the Jewish community. Many times the shows involved men dressed up as women who performed in drag to loud applause and catcalls from the audience. Below are photos of some of the shows that were produced. Please help us identify the names of these shows, the folks that participated in them and the dates of the photos.
A Panther Club show featuring ladies in gowns and crowns.
A Panther Club show with what appears to be ladies dressed for a musical skit.
A Panther Club musical performance with what looks to be a Scottish theme. To the right of the tall guy/white shirt in the back row is Joe Walkowitz. Third from the right in the black blouse is Helen Ozegowsky.
Another Panther Club show with ladies in elaborate costumes.
A Panther Club show with what appears to be a farmer theme.A Panther Club show with what appears to be a farmer theme. Fourth from the left is Helen Ozegowsky. On the right, sitting on the floor is Joe Walkowitz.
A Panther Club musical skit featuring men in drag. Third from the left is Joe Walkowitz.