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NJ Stage Features Published During The Week Of 12-20-20

originally published: 12/20/2020 NJ Stage Weekly Features

In addition to running about 60 news stories and event previews each week, New Jersey Stage runs several original features and interviews as well. Here's a look at the features run for the past two weeks.

theatre

Experience "A Christmas Carol" the Way Dickens Presented It

By Gary Wien, JerseyArts.com

Few stories connect us to the past the way “A Christmas Carol” does. For more than 175 years, people have enjoyed watching one of the most miserable characters in the history of literature (Ebenezer Scrooge) go through a complete transformation, thanks to the miracle of Christmas. For two weekends in December, Algonquin Arts in Manasquan presents a special one-man version of the classic tale - exactly the way Charles Dickens himself performed it for years.

music

Brett Altman Releases "Holding on to Now"

By Gary Wien

Hoboken based singer-songwriter Brett Altman released "Holding on to Now" on Friday, December 18th. The song features music & lyrics by Brett Altman and Max Feinstein. The song is about living in the moment, a task which Brett admits has always challenged him.

Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Not for Sale" by Blaise

By Bob Makin

“Not for Sale” is a new single by Blaise co-written with and produced by former Deal Casino frontman Joe Parella and video directed by sought-after videographer Kris Khunachak. Makin Waves premieres the clip at New Jersey Stage having done the same with the single earlier in the week on “Radio Jersey” at The Penguin Rocks.

Makin Waves Record of the Week: "Simple Times" by MattyPasq

By Bob Makin

Since 2014, Jersey Shore rapper MattyPasq has kept busy releasing dozens of singles, EPs, and LPs as a solo artist and a member of the trio TrapBang. This summer, he released his latest solo EP, “Simple Times,” and I’m glad I finally got to catch up with it. Fans of the great Jersey City trip-hop duo P.M. Dawn will dig the four-song rap-adelic collection, which was expertly produced by Fresno beat master Kasino Kam.

Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...12/17/20

By Danny Coleman

What do you do when the new album you are set to release gets pushed back by a pandemic? Well, if you're Candice Night you create an EP of timeless Christmas classics designed to enlighten and revive the holiday spirit in all.

An Interview With Tommy Strazza About His Best Of Album

By Gary Wien

Tommy Strazza has been a big part of the New Jersey music scene for over 20 years as a singer-songwriter putting out great records and as a lead guitar for several bands (The Strazzacasters, Hey Bulldog, Misguided Muse, The DeLoreons) and solo artists (Anthony Walker, Anjelia, Emily Grove, and Michael Askin). His guitar work earned him the Top Guitarist Award at the 2011 Asbury Music Awards and he's earned nominations with the records. New Jersey Stage featured him in a 2014 magazine article.

Classic Jersey Releases Xmas 2020 Radio Mix With 85 Tracks By Jersey Artists

By Gary Wien

(BELMAR, NJ) — If you’re in the mood for some Christmas music, New Jersey Stage has 85 tracks by artists connected to New Jersey for you to listen to. Recorded as a mixtape, the show is available in one standalone form (with nearly 5 hours of music) or as individual hour broadcasts. Either way you’ll get some of your favorite holiday tunes and originals from indie artists to the biggest names in New Jersey musical history.

Makin Waves Song of the Week: “Invisible” by Ian Bamberger

By Bob Makin

Brooklyn-based, Jersey-raised singer-songwriter-guitarist Ian Bamberger has released a new single, “Invisible,” which was written during and inspired by the pandemic.

Makin Waves Record of the Week: "In Kayfabe” by Tony Appleseed

By Bob Makin

Jersey Shore studio wizard Tony Appleseed’s latest LP, “In Kayfabe” is a dancedelic dream.

An Art School Quaranteam Keeps the Caroling Going at Kirkpatrick Chapel

By Christopher Benincasa, JerseyArts.com

Since 1958, Christmas in Carol and Song has been an annual tradition at Rutgers University’s historic Kirkpatrick Chapel in New Brunswick. Patrick Gardner, distinguished professor of music and director of choral activities at the Mason Gross School of the Arts, has led the Rutgers Kirkpatrick Choir and the Rutgers University Glee Club for more than 25 years.

Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...12/10/20

By Danny Coleman

WARNING: The following article contains strong language.

"It Goes Like This, The Peppermint Twist!" Spotlight on The Starliters' Joey Dee

By Spotlight Central

Spotlight Central recently caught up with Joey Dee, who shared insight into his childhood as a budding musician, recounted his rise to fame with Joey Dee and the Starliters, and filled us in on highlights of his six-decade-long career in the music business.

Celebrating Hope, Joy, and Resilience with Princeton Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday POPS! Concert

By Christopher Benincasa, JerseyArts.com

Princeton Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday POPS! concert series is one annual tradition that will not be cancelled because of COVID-19. This year, the concert will be available virtually, free of charge, every weekend before Christmas.

art

Border Photographer Ada Trillo in Noyes Museum Exhibition

By Susan Wallner, JerseyArts.com

Ada Trillo is a bilingual documentary photographer who grew up–literally–crossing the border. Born in El Paso, her family moved to Juárez when she was young, but she attended school in Texas. It meant an hours-long commute over the border every day. Trillo went on to become a painter, but Donald Trump’s hateful comments about Mexicans when he was first running for president caused her to make a radical shift. She had to show the people she knew.

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State Theatre To Reopen On October 6th With Ribbon Cutting & Marquee Lighting Event

Novins Planetarium at OCC Announces Lineup of Shows for October

New Jersey Team Hope Walk To Support HDSA on October 2nd in Edison

Middlesex County's softball tournament raises $1,000 for pancreatic cancer research, total reaches over $22,500

Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners announce successful 2021 summer tourism season

SOPAC To Remain Closed Until December Due To Hurricane Ida Damage

Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion presents Pause 4 Paws on October 2nd

AddamsFest Returns To Westfield In October

New Jersey Hall of Fame To Induct Class Of 2021 Virtually October 16th

Top 10 Most Read Stories at New Jersey Stage For Week of September 12-18

Monmouth County Clerk Hanlon Sworn in as President of Statewide Constitutional Officers Association

mignolo arts center To Hold Grand Opening Festival Benefit On Saturday

Statue of Newark Mayor Kenneth Gibson Unveiled In Front of City Hall

The New Jersey Social Justice Remembrance Coalition To Hold Soil Collection Ceremony October 24th

Vocalist Alexis Cole Joins Faculty At William Paterson University

EVENT CALENDAR

ART | COMEDY | DANCE | MUSIC | THEATRE | COMMUNITY

Zero Gravity
Friday, September 24, 2021 @ 7:00pm
NJ Film Festival
71 Hamilton Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
category: film

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Year One
Friday, September 24, 2021 @ 8:00pm
Premiere Stages - Bauer Boucher Theatre Center
1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083
category: theatre

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The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band
Friday, September 24, 2021 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Outdoor Show
450 Ishmael Road, Tuckerton, NJ 08087
category: music

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Brian Regan
Friday, September 24, 2021 @ 8:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
category: comedy

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Europium Dancetheater Film Premiere: "365" Plus Director Linda Erickson Q&A
Friday, September 24, 2021 @ 6:30pm
Hopewell Theater
5 S. Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, NJ 08525
category: dance

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Films That Made Music: Rockfield: The Studio On the Farm
Friday, September 24, 2021 @ 9:00pm
Hopewell Theater
5 S. Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, NJ 08525
category: film

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Year One
Saturday, September 25, 2021 @ 3:00pm
Premiere Stages - Bauer Boucher Theatre Center
1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083
category: theatre

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Year One
Saturday, September 25, 2021 @ 8:00pm
Premiere Stages - Bauer Boucher Theatre Center
1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083
category: theatre

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Kinderhook
Saturday, September 25, 2021 @ 7:30pm
Lizzie Rose Outdoor Show
450 Ishmael Road, Tuckerton, NJ 08087
category: music

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JOHN HIATT AND THE JERRY DOUGLAS BAND
Saturday, September 25, 2021 @ 8:00pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
category: music

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Matt O'Ree Band Plays Led Zeppelin
Saturday, September 25, 2021 @ 8:00pm
Hopewell Theater
5 S. Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, NJ 08525
category: music

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Films That Made Music: Rockfield: The Studio On the Farm
Saturday, September 25, 2021 @ 2:00pm
Hopewell Theater
5 S. Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, NJ 08525
category: film

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NJ Stage Features Published During The Week Of 12-20-20

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more in community

State Theatre To Reopen On October 6th With Ribbon Cutting & Marquee Lighting Event

Novins Planetarium at OCC Announces Lineup of Shows for October

New Jersey Team Hope Walk To Support HDSA on October 2nd in Edison

Middlesex County's softball tournament raises $1,000 for pancreatic cancer research, total reaches over $22,500

Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners announce successful 2021 summer tourism season

SOPAC To Remain Closed Until December Due To Hurricane Ida Damage

Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion presents Pause 4 Paws on October 2nd

AddamsFest Returns To Westfield In October

New Jersey Hall of Fame To Induct Class Of 2021 Virtually October 16th

Top 10 Most Read Stories at New Jersey Stage For Week of September 12-18

Monmouth County Clerk Hanlon Sworn in as President of Statewide Constitutional Officers Association

mignolo arts center To Hold Grand Opening Festival Benefit On Saturday

Statue of Newark Mayor Kenneth Gibson Unveiled In Front of City Hall

The New Jersey Social Justice Remembrance Coalition To Hold Soil Collection Ceremony October 24th

Vocalist Alexis Cole Joins Faculty At William Paterson University

EVENT CALENDAR

Zero Gravity

Year One

The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band

Brian Regan

Europium Dancetheater Film Premiere: "365" Plus Director Linda Erickson Q&A

Films That Made Music: Rockfield: The Studio On the Farm

Year One

Year One

Kinderhook

JOHN HIATT AND THE JERRY DOUGLAS BAND

Matt O'Ree Band Plays Led Zeppelin

Films That Made Music: Rockfield: The Studio On the Farm