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theatre
"Becomes a Woman" Brings a Hidden Gem to Life 
In the circle of the arts, hearing the name Betty Smith usually brings the book A Tree Grows in Brooklyn to mind. This classic novel captures the life story of Francie Nolan's coming of age as a woman in working class Brooklyn in the early 1900's. However, Smith had another part of her writing life that is seldom mentioned. That part is her keen interest in play writing and the theater.
Performing Arts School at bergenPAC to Hold Auditions for "Evita" 
(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- The Performing Arts School at bergenPAC (PAS) has announced auditions for Evita, as its renown summer musical program returns for its 10th production. The auditions will be held April 20-22, 2023.
music
Count Basie Center for the Arts presents New Found Glory: Make the Most of It Acoustic Tour 2023 
(RED BANK, NJ) -- Count Basie Center for the Arts presents New Found Glory: Make the Most of It Acoustic Tour 2023 on Friday, March 17th at 8:30pm. Tickets range from $25-$39. Doors are at 7:30pm.
Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites...3/9/23 
“Busy,” says guitar master and virtuoso Joe Satriani as he prepares for two local in-store appearances at Wentworth Galleries. “Yeah, time flies by right now and that always happens when you're really busy.”
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RVCC Professor Receives Local Arts Grant for Concert Series 
(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- Dr. Anna Keiserman, a pianist and Assistant Professor of Music at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg, has received a New Jersey State Council on the Arts Local Arts Program Grant from the Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission for the MOZAIKA concert series.
NJPAC presents an intimate evening with David Foster and Katharine Mcphee 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents an intimate evening with David Foster and Katharine Mcphee performing their hits and holiday favorites. See the power couple perform live on Saturday, December 12, 2023 at 8:00pm.
Stephane Wrembel to release "Django New Orleans" on Water Is Life Records 
(MAPLEWOOD, NJ) -- Acclaimed jazz guitarist Stephane Wrembel will release his 17th recording, Django New Orleans, on May 5, 2023, on vinyl, CD and all streaming platforms on his own Water Is Life Records. The release coincides with the 20th anniversary of his annual event, Django A Gogo Music Festival and Guitar Camp, which takes place May 3-7, 2023. Stephane Wrembel’s Django New Orleans will perform twice during the festival; Friday, May 5 at The Woodland in Maplewood, NJ, and Saturday, May 6 at The Town Hall.
Makin Waves with San Tropez: Time Travelers 
Members of some of the best bands ever to call New Brunswick home, such as Wreaths, Aviso Hara, kiaro skuro, Stuntcocks, Urchins, and Duochrome, make up the local supergroup San Tropez. With an awesome full-length debut, "Maybe Tomorrow," on the esteemed Mint 400 Records following two self-released EPs, the four veteran musicians are the epitome of why artists never should give up on their art.
film
The 21st Garden State Film Festival 
This year's Garden State Film Festival kicks off Thursday, March 23, and will be serving up a four-day weekend of more independent films and one-of-a-kind events than even the most die-hard moviegoer could take in.
dance
RVCC Students Participate in Dance Conference; Student's Piece Selected for Gala, Chosen as Alternate for National Concert 
(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Fifteen Raritan Valley Community College Dance majors and three faculty members participated in the American College Dance Conference, held March 1-5 at Montclair State University.
art
Mayor Baraka Unveils Harriet Tubman Monument 
(NEWARK, NJ) -- Newark Mayor Ras J. Baraka was joined by First Lady Tammy Murphy, State Senate Majority Leader M. Teresa Ruiz, and numerous other dignitaries on March 9, 2023 to unveil a new monument honoring Harriet Tubman and pay homage to the city's role in the Underground Railroad along with the Black liberation movement's rich history in the area. The ceremony also observed Harriet Tubman Day, which is March 10th. The monument stands in Harriet Tubman Square, at the intersection of Washington and Broad Streets, in downtown Newark.
Novado Gallery presents "Black'Ity Black" 
(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Novado Gallery presents "Black'Ity Black" from March 17 through April 18, 2023. The exhibition is curated by Jerome China.
SOPAC Rings in the Spring with a New Exhibition in the Herb + Milly Iris Gallery 
(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- Stuart Tyson's exceptionally up-close flora photographs invite the viewer to take a keen look—almost as if you’re peering at the flowers through a microscope. His captivating exhibition, PAPAVER—which is the scientific name for poppies—will be on display at the Herb + Milly Iris Gallery at SOPAC from Thursday, March 9 to Sunday, May 7.
books
Newark Artists and Prominent Actors to Celebrate Literary Legacy of Philip Roth During Weekend-Long Festival 
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center in collaboration with the Newark Public Library will present Philip Roth Unbound, a weekend-long festival that celebrates the life, legacy and work of novelist and Newark native. Over the course of three days, beginning Friday, March 17 and concluding Sunday, March 19, 2023, NJPAC will host a series of events, featuring more than 40 prominent writers, actors, artists, journalists and intellectuals in the nation. Designed to appeal to audiences of all backgrounds, the festival will feature star-studded stage readings, panel discussions and a comedy showcase. The program is designed to explore the significance and impact of Roth's unique literary legacy, using his writings as a springboard to explore broader questions about life in America today.
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EVENT CALENDAR
ART | COMEDY | DANCE | MUSIC | THEATRE | COMMUNITY
DANIEL HOPE: ZURICH CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 @ 7:30pm
State Theatre New Jersey
15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
category: music
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HPL & PPL: Frida Kahlo: Dreams, Demons, and Devotion
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 @ 7:00pm
Hopewell Theater
5 S. Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, NJ 08525
category: community
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Visiting Writers - Katherine Dykstra
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 @ 4:30pm
Monmouth University - The Great Hall
400 Cedar Avenue, West Long Branch, NJ 07764
category: community
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Seton Hall University Faculty Jazz Ensemble
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 @ 7:30pm
South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC)
One Sopac Way, South Orange, NJ 07079
category: music
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Rhythm India: Bollywood and Beyond
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 @ 7:30pm
Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC)
100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
category: dance
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MUSE - CIRQUE FLIP FABRIQUE
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 @ 7:30pm
State Theatre New Jersey
15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
category: dance
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George Street Playhouse presents "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee"
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 @ 8:00pm
New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) - The Arthur Laurents Theater
11 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
category: theatre
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WP Music WP Piano Night: Transcriptions and JS Bach WTC 300th Anniversary
Wednesday, March 22, 2023 @ 7:00pm
Shea Recital Hall 101
300 Pompton Rd, Wayne, NJ 07470
category: music
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