25044 APAP 2026 Showcase
Sun, Jan 11
|New York
25044 is a deeply moving theatrical storytelling experience that recounts the true story of Kaback’s grandfather, Szyjek Magier (pronounced SHEE-yek MAG-er), a Jewish Polish teenager who survived four years in Nazi labor and concentration camps during World War II.


Time & Location
Jan 11, 2026, 5:00 PM – 5:20 PM
New York, 1335 6th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USA
About the event
Kaback’s unique performance style integrates original songs, live guitar, compelling character portrayals, and expressive gestures to immerse the audience in his grandfather’s journey. His work is informed by extensive personal interviews, survivor testimonies, historical research, and creative interpretation, resulting in a performance that is both emotionally resonant and historically vital.
With its intimate storytelling and powerful musical elements, 25044 invites audiences to reflect on one young man’s resilience in the face of unthinkable adversity. Kaback’s performance serves as a testament to the endurance of life and hope, ensuring that these stories continue to be shared and remembered by future generations.
