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theatre
HACPAC presents Richard Skipper Celebrates Sixty Years of Hello, Dolly! on October 26th (HACKENSACK, NJ) -- The Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) presents Richard Skipper Celebrates Sixty Years of Hello, Dolly! — an extraordinary evening of music, memories, and magic — on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 8:00pm. This one-night-only performance marks a milestone in musical theatre history, celebrating the 60th anniversary of the beloved Broadway classic Hello, Dolly! with an unforgettable tribute by the internationally acclaimed performer and historian Richard Skipper. The evening is directed by James Beaman and Musically Directed by Dan Pardo.
"The Weir" enters final weekend at Centenary Stage Company (HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Centenary Stage Company, continues their run of Conor McPherson's, The Weir, with performances continuing from October 16–20, 2024 in the Sitnik Theatre. This will be the final weekend of the production. The Weir is set in a bar in Sligo, Ireland, where local men swap spooky stories in an attempt to impress a young woman from Dublin who recently moved into a nearby "haunted" house, and then she spins a yarn of her own.
The Theater Project Now Accepting Submissions for 23rd Annual Young Playwrights Competition (UNION, NJ) -- The Theater Project, a leading incubator for rising talent and a showcase for New Jersey artists, is accepting submissions for its 23rd annual Young Playwrights Competition. All high-school aged students in the state are eligible.
music
Makaya McCraven and SHABAKA to Unite for a Genre-Defying Jazz Experience at McCarter Theatre Center (PRINCETON, NJ) -- Prepare for a transcendent evening of music as two trailblazing forces in contemporary jazz, Makaya McCraven and Shabaka, unite for an extraordinary performance at McCarter Theatre Center on Saturday, October 19, 2024. Showtime is 7:30pm.
Imogen Clark to Open for Robyn Hitchcock at Outpost in the Burbs show (MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Imogen Clark will open the night for headliner Robyn Hitchcock at Outpost in the Burbs on Saturday, October 26, 2024. She's touring the U.S. in support of her new album The Art of Getting Through released earlier this year and a deluxe edition released earlier this month. The show takes place at the First Congregational Church of Montclair. Imogen Clark will open the night. Doors are at 7:30pm, showtime is 8:00pm.
RVCC Theatre presents Trout Fishing in America on November 16th (BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg will present a concert by the musical duo Trout Fishing in America on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00pm. The performance is part of the Theatre's Family Matinee series, designed for children and young teens and their families.
BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 10/14/24 "Banding Together 2024 Compilation, Rhonette Smith, Tod The Mod, The Successful Failures, Chris Fox & the Beasts, Paul Rosevear, knumb the geek, and Big Rips. Plus a look back at "New Tattoo" by The Blakes.
film
NBPAC to Screen "Running To Stand Still – Migrants Search For Hope In The Promised Land" with Talkback Afterwards (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) will present a free screening of the documentary film Running To Stand Still – Migrants Search For Hope In The Promised Land on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 6:00pm. The film runs 25 minutes and there will be a 45-60 minute talkback afterwards.
community
ArtPride New Jersey Unveils New Online Hub to Champion the Arts in New Jersey (BURLINGTON, NJ) -- As part of its efforts to promote New Jersey's thriving arts and culture scene, ArtPride New Jersey has re-launched JerseyArts.com – an entirely new online experience that makes it easier than ever for residents and visitors to discover and support the arts community. This launch coincides with the 17th consecutive year of Discover Jersey Arts Month, a statewide celebration spotlighting New Jersey's vibrant arts and culture.
books
Probe the Paranormal with Stanley Milford, Jr. in Ocean County Library Virtual Author Talk (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Worlds collide when a Native American in law enforcement patrols the very lands in which he was taught to fear superstition and witchcraft. The Paranormal Ranger is Stanley Milford, Jr.'s chilling chronicle of his brushes with the bizarre that he’ll relate in his Ocean County Library Virtual Author Talk on Thursday, November 7, 2024. The event begins at 7:00pm.
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EVENT PREVIEWS
Remembering Frank Sinatra: A Swellegant Celebration to Take Place in Avon
December 6, 2025
Friends of Symphony Hall presents "An Evening of Smooth Jazz" with Gerald Albright
December 6, 2025
Human Nature presents "CHRISTMAS. MOTOWN. And MORE" at Golden Nugget Atlantic City
December 6, 2025
Atlantic City Ballet to present "The Nutcracker" at Levoy Theatre
December 6, 2025
Shea Center for Performing Arts presents An Evening with Judy Collins
December 6, 2025
People Helping People presents 2025 Festival of Short Plays & Visual Arts
December 6, 2025
Split Level Concerts presents Tim Easton and Quincy Mumford at Jersey Shore Arts Center
December 6, 2025
Vivid Stage presents A Very Special Special Holiday Variety Show on December 6th
December 6, 2025
A Swingin' Sleigh Ride: Squirrel Nut Zippers to Hit the Road for the Holidays
December 6, 2025
CarteretPAC presents Vic DiBitetto
December 6, 2025
