The Polish cabaret scene held its breath after the moving appeal of Dariusz Kamys, co-founder of the Count's Cabaret. The artist asked fans and all people of goodwill to ask for support for Joanna Kołaczkowska, who has been struggling with cancer for respective months. In a peculiar entry on social media, Kamys called for the creation of a "stream of good", which is to give strength to the artist in this hard fight. The situation is so serious that the Cabaret of the number decided to suspend his activity for over a year, stressing that Joanna Kołaczkowska is the irreplaceable heart of the formation. The appeal met with an immediate and tremendous reaction, showing how much sympathy and respect the artist enjoys.
"Strum of Good" for Joanna Kołaczkowska. The moving words of Darius Kamys
Dariusz Kamys, the pillar of the Count's Cabaret, posted on his Facebook profile an entry that profoundly touched fans. He asked for direct and highly individual support for his phase partner, Joanna Kołaczkowska. "I know not all believe the same—but we all believe in the good," he began his appeal, uniting people regardless of their beliefs.
The central point of his request was to call for a circumstantial act at noon. “Pray if you believe. Send good energy, if that's what you believe. Just think of Asi warm and loving” – Kamis wrote. This call for intellectual and spiritual support aims to make a powerful, affirmative wave directed towards a sick artist.
Kamys described the intent of this collective action in a plastic way. "Let this common stream of good, love and hope strike with all its might. Let her know we're with her. Let her feel that she is not alone” – he continued. He stressed that although it is only a minute for a single person, together it can be "made a large deal of it." These words show large determination and religion in the strength of the community in the face of dramatic events.
The Count's cabaret is suspending. “Aska is the heart of these four”
Information about Joanna Kołaczkowska's illness besides has very real, professional consequences. In late April, the Cabaret number issued an authoritative message in which he informed of the suspension of all phase activities. This break is expected to last until until the end of August 2025which is simply a powerful blow for fans of 1 of the most popular cabaret groups in Poland.
In the communication, the group clearly stressed the key function of Joanna Kołaczkowska in the team. "The Count's cabaret is 4 people. All of us are important, but Aska is the heart of these four. We cannot imagine the number without her” It's written. This conviction clearly shows that the decision to suspend performances was the only possible one, and the formation is full solidarity with its colleague.
For thousands of fans this means canceling scheduled routes and no fresh appearances for more than a year. This decision, although difficult, met with full knowing and support of the audience, who in the comments under the message wished the artist a fast recovery, putting her well-being above phase entertainment. It's evidence of the peculiar bond the Count's Cabaret has with their viewers.
What do we know about Joanna Kołaczkowska's disease?
The first information on the artist's wellness problems appeared in late April 2024. It was then that the Cabaret of the Count, in a communication about the suspension of activity, informed that the origin was Joanna Kołaczkowska's disease. Then and now the squad consistently protects the privacy of their friend.
Publicly confirmed that Joanna Kołaczkowska is struggling with cancer. However, both in the first message and in Darius Kamys' latest appeal, no details were disclosed concerning the kind of disease, the phase of treatment or negotiations. This is simply a conscious decision aimed at providing the artist with peace and comfort at this highly hard time.
Fans and media respected this request for privacy, focusing on sending words of support alternatively than on speculation. The attitude of the band and the artist herself is an example of a large class and dignity in the face of a serious life crisis. The most crucial information is the fact that the fight is ongoing and Joanna Kołaczkowska can number on unconditional support from her friends and a immense crowd of fans.
Who is Joanna Kołaczkowska? Legend of the Polish cabaret scene
Joanna Kołaczkowska is an absolutely iconic figure for the Polish cabaret. Her career is inextricably linked to the legendary green mountain artistic environment. Before becoming a key figure of the Count's Cabaret, she co-created the celebrated for many years cabaret Thenwho revolutionized the Polish humor scene in the 1990s.
After the end of her operation, she, together with Dariusz Kamys, Tomasz Majer and Łukasz Pietsch, founded the Count's Cabaret in 2002, which rapidly gained the position of 1 of the most crucial and most popular formations in the country. Her unique style, expression and different comic talent have become a hallmark of the group. He can amuse the audience with 1 gesture, a passing or a characteristic song.
On the authoritative website of the Count's Cabaret, her figure is described in an accurate manner: ‘Legendary female element. A monstrous sense of humor, unique style, striking charm”. For many generations of Poles, Joanna Kołaczkowska is not only a cabaret artist, but a real phenomenon, a symbol of intelligent and absurd humor at the highest level.
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