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New Jersey Stage Features Published During The Week Of 07-08-19

originally published: 07/08/2019



In addition to running about 60 news stories and event previews each week, New Jersey Stage runs several original features and interviews as well. Every Monday we shine a spotlight on the features run for the past week.
music

Richard Thompson and Joan Osborne LIVE! at the Ocean City Music Pier
 
By Spotlight Central
 
The crowd on the boardwalk in Ocean City, NJ this Tuesday, June 25, 2019 is ready to make its way inside the turn-of-the-century Ocean City Music Pier for a summertime concert of music by singer/songwriters Richard Thompson and Joan Osborne.



"Judy Garland at Carnegie Hall: The 50th Anniversary Concert" with Lorna Luft LIVE! at the Paramount Theatre
 
By Spotlight Central
 
On April 23, 1961, 3000 music lovers packed New York City’s Carnegie Hall to witness a monumental moment in show business history — a live concert by the legendary singer and actress, Judy Garland.



"Magical!" Jefferson Starship LIVE! at the Newton Theatre
 
By Spotlight Central
 
The packed house at the Newton Theatre in Newton, NJ, this Thursday, June 20, 2019 patiently awaits the arrival of tonight’s featured performing group — Jefferson Starship.



ROCK ON! This Week's Sound Bites...7/4/19
 
By Danny Coleman
 
When you're Franke Previte and you've had success as a front man for the popular 80's group Franke & The Knockouts; what's next? Well in Previte's case you pen two of the most recognizable tunes of a now iconic movie soundtrack, win Academy and Golden Globe Awards for "Best Original Song" and go on in life doing what you love and loving what you do.



Makin Waves with Chalk and the Beige Americans: 'Scene Synergy'
 
By Bob Makin
 
On the eve of the Garden State Hip Hop and Makin Waves Summer Rap ‘n’ Rock Tour, Chalk and the Beige Americans talk about hitting the road and entering the studio, while sharing their soul-hop history. 



Makin Waves Record of the Week: “Friendly Neighborhood Rhyme Slinger” by Chill Smith
 
By Bob Makin
 
Chill Smith was inspired by “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” and “Black Panther” to create his new EP, “Friendly Neighborhood Rhyme Slinger,” which looks at racism, homophobia and other social ills through the eyes of a black superhero.



Answering the Call
 
By Patricia K. Johnson,
JerseyArts.com
 
It’s officially summertime, and while the living may or may not be easy for you, one thing that will certainly help you celebrate is a fun jukebox musical – especially when the performance takes place near the shore.



Fans Weigh In as Chicago Performs LIVE! at BergenPAC
 
By Spotlight Central
 
The fans at Englewood, NJ’s Bergen Performing Arts Center this Wednesday, June 19, 2019 evening anxiously await tonight’s sold-out performance by the legendary horn band, Chicago.



The 2019 Happy Together Tour LIVE! at BergenPAC
 
By Spotlight Central
 
It’s a packed house at Englewood, NJ’s BergenPAC this June 18, 2019 evening for the tenth anniversary edition of the Happy Together concert tour.



comedy

PODCAST: 2 Guys From Jersey - Episode 83
 
The boys and Erin decide to tackle an impossible category as they discuss the most iconic movie moments of all time. Obviously some of these picks get personal, so we would love to hear feedback. Plus another installment of "Ask the Doctor."






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Tuesday Night Book Club - Mark Haddon, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

Tuesday, July 08, 2025 @ 7:30pm
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category: community

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Straight

Straight No Chaser - Summer: The 90’s Part 2

Tuesday, July 08, 2025 @ 7:00pm
Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC)
30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ 07631
category: music

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Vivid

Vivid Summer Solos: Where is Everybody?

Wednesday, July 09, 2025 @ 6:30pm
Visual Arts Center of New Jersey
68 Elm Street, Summit, NJ 07901
category: theatre

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Free

Free Summer Event: Country Line Dancing with Paul Stoddard

Wednesday, July 09, 2025 @ 6:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC) - Pioneer Park at Headquarter's Plaza
3 Speedwell Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960
category: dance

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Frisson

Frisson Winds

Thursday, July 10, 2025 @ 7:30pm
The Morris Museum Back Deck
6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, NJ 07960
category: music

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EVENT PREVIEWS

Strand

Strand Center for the Arts presents Chicago 9 – The Ultimate Tribute to Chicago

(LAKEWOOD, NJ) -- The iconic horns, unforgettable melodies, and powerful rhythms of Chicago come alive on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 8:00pm, as Chicago 9 – Tribute to Chicago takes the stage at the Strand Center for the Arts in Lakewood. They are widely recognized as the premier Chicago tribute band in the country.



The

The Summit Playhouse presents "Legally Blonde, The Musical"

(SUMMIT, NJ) -- The Summit Playhouse presents Legally Blonde, The Musical across two weekends from July 11-20, 2025. This is a fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, the musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams.



All-Bluegrass,

All-Bluegrass, All Night: Live at Albert Hall on July 12th

​​​​​​​(WARETOWN, NJ) -- On Saturday, July 12, 2025, Albert Music Hall will present an evening dedicated entirely to Bluegrass music. The event begins at 6:00pm and features six live performances, each offering a 30-minute set, showcasing both new and returning acts.



Heartwarming,

Heartwarming, Classic Musical "Meet Me in St. Louis" Comes to MCCC's Kelsey Theatre

(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- Celebrate a year of romance, opportunity, humor and heartbreak with the Smith family, culminating with a milestone, historic event when the Yardley Players present Meet Me in St. Louis, July 11-20, 2025 at Mercer County Community College’s Kelsey Theatre.



"RIFT"

"RIFT" Returns To Luna For Two Nights Only Before International Debut At Edinburgh's Traverse Theatre

(WEST ORANGE, NJ) -- Luna Stage's commissioned World Premiere play RIFT is headed to the Edinburgh Fringe for a four-week run at Traverse Theatre this August. On July 18-19, 2025 at 8:00pm each night, the powerful and timely new play returns to Luna for two benefit performances to support the company's travel to Scotland.