(BOUND BROOK, NJ) -- The 2021 season of the Brook Arts Center in Bound Brook, NJ got off to a spectacular start in April and they have a full lineup of shows throughout May. The lineup includes great tribute bands, comedians, magicians, plays, and dance. All seating is socially distanced and CDC safeguards followed.
Saturday May 1, 2021 at 1:00pm. Metuchen Dance Centre's, Teen Dance Co, Dance Reflections presents an afternoon of original dance works by fourteen NY/NJ choreographers. Throughout the course of the past 12+ months, these pre-professional dancers were encouraged to master new techniques, learn from new artists and explore various forms: exuberantly culminating in DANCESCAPES 2021. ?Advance Tickets $28
?Saturday May 1, 2021 at 8:00pm. ?Starman presents the entire dynamic David Bowie Experience, covering all stages of his career. This high energy performance with mid-set costume changes are executed flawlessly to represent Bowie’s ever-evolving stage personas and musical styles. These dedicated musicians perform David Bowie's catalogue with care, humorous reverence, and impeccable attention to detail. Starman The Bowie Tribute was chosen as one of the top 10 NJ tribute band. Advance $20 Door $25???
Sunday, May 2, 2021 at 3:00pm. ?The original film version of the famed musical Chicago was actually a silent film. Its plot is based on the true story of a woman suspect in a spectacular murder of the early 1920s. Cecil B. DeMille produced this cheeky Jazz Age movie in 1926. 95 years later CHICAGO is coming to the Brook Arts Center with live music played by Bernie Anderson, an organist who specializes in bringing silent films back to life. To celebrate our return to the Brook Arts Center offering free to everyone who attends. At Check out apply the Promo Code : FREEADMISSION
Saturday, May 8, 2021 at 8:00pm. The Eagle Tribute Band, Winslow performs the signature sounds of The Eagles’ halcyon era. Together recreate the songs, the music, the vocals and the magic of one of America’s greatest rock bands. Winslow’s sound transports the audience back in time! ?Advance $20 Door $25
?Sunday, May 9, 2021 at 3:00pm. America’s Tenor Dominic Mantuano will showcase some of the latest and greatest hits from Broadway, opera, classic and contemporary hits from the 50s and ’60s, pop tunes, and country music. Blessed with a sonorous, compelling, and engaging voice, Dominic puts his heart and soul into each note of music and every live performance. Known for his versatility, expansive repertoire, and impressive vocal range, Dominic astounds his audiences. Advance $25 Door $30 Senior and Veteran Discount Available.
Sunday, May 23, 2021 at 3:00pm. ?An afternoon of “Blues, Ballads, Bossa, and a little bit of Bop” performed by AMANI. These talented professional musicians, Marty Eigen on flute & sax, Fred Fisher on piano, Flip Peters on guitar, vocalist Stephen Fuller, bassist Alex Gressel and drummer Vern Mobley will perform the best of the music from “The Great American Songbook”. Advance $20 Door $25 ?
?Sunday, May 30 at 7:00pm (rescheduled from April 11). Celebrate the music of the iconic feel good 70s supergroup The Carpenters. This talented band takes pride in the rock 'n roll flavor, dynamics,and energy of the unforgettable classic hits and deep cuts of this renowned duo. As the brand of wholesome music went out of style over the years fans went into the closet. We are grown up now and it’s time to come out of the dark and celebrate the music of Karen and Richard Carpenter! Advance Sales $20 Door $25? ????
Brook Arts Center is located at 10 Hamilton Street in Bound Brook, New Jersey. The Brook Theater, now known as the Brook Arts Center, built by local developer Alexander Morecraft, opened its door on January 9, 1927, as a vaudeville house. The theater was designed by architect W. H. Lehman of Newark, NJ, and Interior Designer Vincent Marilette of New York. The Brook Theater was considered an architectural masterpiece. The foyer adorned with marble walls, stained glass Tiffany chandeliers hung from the ceiling, and wall sconces illuminated the gold-framed billboard arches and beveled mirrors accents. Guests were welcomed into the Grand Lobby by a crimson red carpet and a Louis XIV design walls of marble leading to the luxurious lounge, which accommodated period chairs, marble fireplaces, and an Art Nouveau decorative water fountain.
The Historic Brook Theater is the only existing vaudeville theater remaining in Somerset County, and one of eight in New Jersey, was listed in the National Register of Historic Places on May 5, 2014.
From the time of its inception, the Brook has been a contributing component to the community and region. Through the various interior and management changes over the years, the theater stands structurally intact, possessing most of its original features and offering its historical significance as a cultural lightning rod for artists. While there is still much work to be done to bring the theater back to its former splendor, it is a fully operating multi-use facility. The SCCAC’s objective is to continue its mission to restore the Brook Theater to its former grandeur through updates and modernizations which will turn this “hidden gem” into a state of the art facility offering affordable quality entertainment and arts education.
